Country Currency

Oman Currency

The Omani rial is the official currency of Oman.

Official currency
RegionMiddle East & Africa
Central bankCentral Bank of Oman

Country money overview

Currency arrangements

Official currencyOmani Rial (OMR, ر.ع.)
Central bankCentral Bank of Oman
Currency arrangementOman uses OMR as official currency.

Paying in Oman

Cash, cards and local payments

Cash use

Card and cash acceptance varies across Oman; travelers should keep access to the local currency for merchants that do not accept their preferred payment method.

Travel money guidance

Planning a conversion

Before travel

Compare card, ATM and cash-exchange costs in OMR, including any disclosed spread, fixed fee and foreign-transaction charge.

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

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Oman currency questions

Which currency is used in Oman?

The Omani rial is the official currency of Oman.

Does Oman have multiple official currencies?

Oman has one official currency: the Omani rial (OMR).

How can I compare the Omani rial?

Use the conversion links on this page to compare Oman's official currency with other major currencies.