Alert – Tropical Cyclone Biparjoy (June 8, 2023)

June 8, 2023 Location: Oman Event:  Based on information from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and local media, Tropical Cyclone Biparjoy is likely to intensify over the Arabian Sea in the next 24 hours.  Although the CAA has not advised of a specific direct impact on the Sultanate of Oman, U.S. citizens are encouraged to review their personal …

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Weather Alert – Cyclone Hika

Weather Alert – Cyclone Hikaa U.S. Embassy Muscat, Oman September 24, 2019   Based on information from the Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA), U.S. Embassy Muscat advises U.S. citizens that cyclone Hikaa is approximately 200 kms away from Masirah Island.  The cyclone includes heavy rains and winds ranging from 45 to 55 knots and …

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution Reminder (Updated January 2019)

Embassy of the United States of America   Muscat, Sultanate of Oman This January 2019 update to the Department of State’s Worldwide Caution provides U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence and criminal activity that transpire abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking …

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Weather Alert: U.S. Embassy Muscat, Oman (October 11, 2018)

Embassy of the United States of America Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Weather Alert: U.S. Embassy Muscat, Oman (October 11, 2018) Location: Southern Oman; possible heavy rains and wind. Event: Tropical Cyclone Luban continues to strengthen as it moves westward toward the coastal areas of Dhofar governorate and Yemen.  The storm is still not expected to …

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Absentee Voting in U.S. Elections

The U.S. Embassy in Muscat encourages all eligible U.S citizens to participate in elections.  Learn more at the Federal Voting Assistance Program’s (FVAP) website, FVAP.gov .   Note:  Eligible overseas voters who wish to participate in elections should start the process by completing the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) , which is standardized for use across all States.  The FPCA acts …

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Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Tropical Cyclone Chapala

Based on information from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center and local media, U.S. Embassy Muscat advises U.S. citizens that Tropical Cyclone Chapala is heading towards Oman. Landfall in Oman is expected on or about Saturday, October 31 in the southern Dhofar and al Wusta governorates. We advise U.S. citizens residing in or traveling through Oman to be vigilant, monitor …

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Update: Global Technical Issues with Passport and Visa Systems

The Department of State’s visa systems are now back online. All applicants can now schedule appointments and attend current appointments as normal. We have printed all approved applications. Visa applicants with passports at the Embassy and collection dates of June 9-28, 2015 may collect their passports from 8 am to 1 pm Sunday through Thursday …

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Update: Global Technical Issues with Passport and Visa Systems

Consular Systems Technical Issues The Bureau of Consular Affairs continues to address technical problems with our visa systems.  Some visa applicants will experience delays in receiving visas.  Others will be contacted directly to reschedule their appointments.  Passports are still being processed. This issue is not specific to any particular country or visa category; this is …

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Global Technical Issues with Passport and Visa Systems

The Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs is currently experiencing technical problems with our overseas passport and visa systems.  This issue is not specific to any particular country, citizenship document, or visa category. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working urgently to correct the problem and restore full operability. Passport applications accepted overseas …

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The Holy Month of Ramadan 2015

The Islamic month of Ramadan is expected to begin this year on or about Friday, June 19, 2015. Ramadan is a month of fasting and spiritual discipline for Muslims all over the world.  It is a time of personal purification and renewal.  Muslims are required to abstain totally from food, drink, tobacco, and sensual pleasures …

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Worldwide Caution

The Department of State is updating the Worldwide Caution to provide information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Recent terrorist attacks, whether by those affiliated with terrorist entities, copycats, or individual perpetrators, serve as a reminder that U.S. citizens need to maintain a high …

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