Suppose you want to get to know Oman’s tourists, want to invest in this field or need this information. In that case, this report has detailed statistics and information on the number of incoming and outgoing trips of different nationalities, including Omanis. We have analyzed it thoroughly.
The report shows that the population of Indians, Iranians, and Pakistanis in Oman has remained almost constant or slightly decreased. In contrast, the population of Bangladeshis and Egyptians has significantly reduced, and the Sudanese population has increased considerably. In the tourism sector, the provinces of Dhofar, Muscat, Musandam, and North of Al-Batneh are the most popular destinations for hotel reservations in March. Omanis and Europeans make up the most significant number of hotel guests, although the number of European tourists has decreased slightly in 2024. Regarding inbound and outbound trips, the number of outbound Omani passengers has decreased, but the number of outbound passengers from other nationalities, especially Yemenis, has increased significantly. Emiratis remain top regarding inbound travelers, and the number of Yemeni visitors has also increased considerably. Despite limited natural and historical resources, Oman has been able to attract many tourists and create good opportunities for investment in the tourism sector.
Comparison of the most inflows and outflows in March 2023 and 2024 Oman
In the following charts:
- The statistics for March 2023 and 2024 have been compared.
- The red color is used for 2023 and light blue for 2024.
According to the presented statistics, it is evident that:
The Indians
Although the number of Indian exports has increased, inflows are still higher than outflows. However, the net number of Indian arrivals in 2024 (1,713 people) is significantly lower than in 2023 (3,215 people).
The Iranians
The number of incoming and outgoing Iranians has both increased. However, their net number of arrivals has decreased slightly (254 in 2024 compared to 366 in 2023). This shows that despite the increase in entry and exit, the population of Iranians in Oman has remained almost constant.
Bangladeshis
The net number of Bangladeshi arrivals has decreased significantly. In 2023, inflows outnumbered outflows (10,419 people), but in 2024, outflows outnumbered inflows, with a net inflow of -8,296 people. This indicates a significant decrease in the population of Bangladeshis in Oman due to the non-issue of visas for them.
The Egyptians
The net number of Egyptian inflows has been negative in both years, meaning there have been more outflows than inflows. This trend intensified in 2024, and the number of arrivals reached -2078 people.
Pakistanis
Pakistani inflows and outflows have increased, but net inflows have declined (4,166 in 2024 compared to 5,022 in 2023).
The Sudanese
Sudanese are the only nationality with a significant increase in net arrivals (9,001 in 2024 compared to 661 in 2023). This shows that the Sudanese population has increased in Oman due to the problems of the war and the disorder of the Sudanese situation.
conclusion
In general, demographic changes in Oman have been different among these nationalities. The population of Indians, Iranians, and Pakistanis has remained almost constant or slightly decreased. In contrast, the population of Bangladeshis and Egyptians has reduced significantly, and the Sudanese population has increased considerably. Except for Iranians, the rest of the nationalities generally live in Oman and are not considered tourists.
Percentage of hotel reservations by Omani tourists in March 2024
This chart shows the percentage of hotel reservations in different provinces of Oman in March. This information can help us understand the tourism pattern in Oman and the popularity of different areas for travelers.
Provinces with the most reservations
Dhofar (52.2%): This province had the highest percentage of reservations, which could be due to its natural attractions and mild weather in March.
Muscat (45.2%): As Oman’s capital and commercial center, Muscat is always popular with tourists.
Musandam (44.7%): This province is a popular destination for nature lovers due to its mountain and sea views.
North of Bataneh (43.0%): This province attracts many tourists due to its beautiful beaches and historical monuments.
Provinces with the most minor reservation
Al-Barimi (1.6%): This province had the lowest reservation percentage, which could be due to its geographical location and lack of tourist attractions.
Al-Dhahera (26.2%): This province also has a low reservation percentage, which may be due to the lack of tourism infrastructure.
South of Al-Batneh (25.5%): This province also has a low reservation percentage.
Interior (27.9%): This province also has a relatively low reservation percentage.
Factors affecting the reservation percentage
Tourist attractions: Provinces with more natural, historical, or cultural attractions usually experience a higher percentage of reservations.
Weather: The mild weather in March can be one of the main reasons for high bookings in provinces like Dhofar and Muscat.
Tourism infrastructure: suitable hotels, restaurants, and recreational facilities can help increase the number of reservations in a province.
Accessibility: Provinces with more straightforward access (such as Muscat and Dhofar, which has an international airport) usually have more reservations.
conclusion
The percentage of hotel bookings in March in Oman shows that the provinces of Dhofar, Muscat, Musandam, and North of Al-Batneh are the most popular tourist destinations this month. The provinces of Al-Barimi, Al-Dhahera, South of Al-Batneh, and Dariyeh have the lowest percentage of reservations. This information can be useful for planning and developing tourism in Oman.
Nationality of tourists and hotel guests in March 2023 and 2024 in Oman
The information presented in this chart shows that in March, most of the guests of hotels in Oman were Omanis, followed by Europeans. In 2024, the number of Omani guests and other GCC nationalities increased, while European guests decreased slightly.
Omanis: They make up the most significant number of hotel guests every two years
Europeans: The second largest group of hotel guests, although their numbers will decline slightly in 2024.
The number of guests from other Persian Gulf Cooperation Council member countries has increased significantly.
Other Nationalities: The number of guests from different nationalities (Asian, American, African, Oceania) has also increased, although this increase is less compared to Omanis and GCC countries.
Comparison of nationality statistics of passengers departing from Oman in the first quarter of 2023 and 2024
This section presents the number of outbound travelers from Oman from the beginning of the year to
the end of March in 2023 and 2024 for the top five nationalities. In both years, Omanis accounted for the largest number of outbound travelers, followed by Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshis, and Yemenis.
Reduction of Omani passengers: The number of Omani passengers departing from Oman in 2024 has decreased significantly compared to 2023. This decrease can be due to various reasons, including economic, social or political changes.
Increase in passengers of other nationalities: On the contrary, the number of outgoing passengers from other nationalities has increased. In particular, the number of Yemeni travelers has more than doubled. This increase can be due to various factors, including political and economic developments in Yemen.
Minor changes in other nationalities: The number of Pakistani and Bangladeshi travelers has also increased, but these increases are less significant than those of Yemeni travelers. There has been a slight decline in the number of Indian passengers.
Comparison of the nationality of tourists entering Oman in the first quarter of 2023 and 2024
Information on incoming visitors to Oman shows that:
Emiratis accounted for the most significant number of tourists in both years, slightly increasing from 261,753 in 2023 to 265,166 in 2024.
Yemeni visitors increased significantly from 21,697 in 2023 to 49,822 in 2024.
Indian and Italian visitors also experienced modest increases.
German visitors decreased from 66,664 in 2023 to 59,612 in 2024.
Nationality of incoming and outgoing passengers in the first quarter
of 2023 and 2024 in Oman
Overall, in the first quarter of 2024, the number of inbound travelers from the GCC countries, Asia, the number of inbound travelers from the Americas, Africa, and Oceania decreased, while the number of inbound travelers from other Arab countries and Europe increased. Regarding outbound passengers, the number of Omanis and passengers from the GCC countries and America has decreased. In contrast, the number of passengers from other Arab countries, such as Asia, Europe, and Africa, has increased.
conclusion
Oman has shown that despite not having a large share of natural and historical-civilizational resources like other countries, it hosts many tourists, which has provided good opportunities for investment in the country’s tourism sector.
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