Situated in Western Asia, Oman 🇴🇲 (officially Sultanate of Oman) is one of the most interesting places you can land on when you spin the globe. With a population of about 5.3 million and a total area of 309,500 km², it offers far more than its statistics suggest.
Whether you discovered Oman through our random country spinner or searched for it directly, this guide covers everything you need to know: the flag, the capital city of Muscat, population figures, languages, currency, geography and a collection of memorable facts.
Where is Oman located?
Geographically, Oman belongs to Western Asia within Asia. Its territory spans approximately 309,500 km², which makes it the 73rd largest country or territory on Earth.
Oman has a coastline as well as land borders with Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen — a crossroads position that has influenced its culture and economy for centuries.
The capital city is Muscat, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how omani life really works.
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Who lives in Oman?
Around 5.3 million people live in Oman, making it the 125th most populous country or territory in the world. A person from Oman is called a Omani.
The main language spoken here is Arabic. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in Oman — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Good to know before you go
The official currency is the Omani rial (OMR, symbol ر.ع.). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Oman is +968. Websites from the country typically use the .om internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about Oman are its flag, its capital Muscat, and its approximate population of 5.3 million.
Neighbouring countries
Oman shares borders with 3 countries:
Fun facts about Oman
- Oman's flag emoji is 🇴🇲 — its two-letter country code is OM and its three-letter code is OMN.
- Oman covers 309,500 km², ranking 73rd in the world by area.
- With about 5.3 million people, Oman holds the 125th spot in the world population ranking.
- Oman is a member state of the United Nations.
- Oman shares borders with 3 countries.
Oman — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Oman?
- The capital of Oman is Muscat.
- What is the population of Oman?
- Oman has a population of approximately 5,281,538 people, ranking 125th in the world.
- Where is Oman located?
- Oman is located in Western Asia, part of the Asia region.
- What language is spoken in Oman?
- The main language spoken in Oman is Arabic.
- What currency is used in Oman?
- Oman uses the Omani rial (OMR).
