Embassy of Russia in Muscat, Oman; address Sarooj Street Way 3032, Muscat; phone +96824602894. Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Morgunov Ilya.
Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Morgunov Ilya, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Russia offers a rich array of cultural and natural attractions that can appeal to visitors from Oman. While it attracts around 6.4 million foreign tourists annually, its true appeal lies in the diversity of experiences available. With approximately 1.1 million Omanis traveling abroad each year, a portion may find Russia to be an intriguing destination.
Russia presents certain safety concerns for tourists from Oman. It ranks 30th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, but specific data for Oman is not available. According to the Global Peace Index, Russia is ranked 154th out of 160 countries, indicating it is less safe than Oman, which ranks 37th. In terms of crime statistics, Oman has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.2 per 100,000 people compared to Russia's 6.8. Additionally, female murder rates are 0.2 in Oman versus 3.3 in Russia. The Global Organized Crime Index also highlights disparities, with Oman scoring better across various categories, such as mafia groups (1.0 for Oman vs. 4.5 for Russia) and state crime (4.0 for Oman vs. 8.5 for Russia). Overall, while Russia has many attractions, tourists from Oman should be aware of the higher crime rates and safety concerns when planning their visit.
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