Capital city in Muscat Governorate, Oman
Internet in Muscat: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Muscat?
Median fixed broadband in Oman is 96 Mbps and mobile is 170 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Reliable wifi in cafés and malls; speeds vary. Tourist SIM data is a good backup.
Getting online in Muscat
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Omantel and Ooredoo in most areas; roughly 20–40 OMR a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Reliable wifi in cafés and malls; speeds vary. Tourist SIM data is a good backup. |
| Tourist SIM | Omantel, Ooredoo and Vodafone sell visitor SIMs at Muscat airport arrivals and malls; passport needed. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Omantel, Ooredoo Oman, Vodafone Oman |
| Monthly data plan | RO4–10 ($10–26) |
| Blocked services | Adult and LGBTQ+ sites are blocked; some VoIP calling is restricted. |
Coworking in Muscat
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Middle East
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Muscat?
Median fixed broadband in Oman is 96 Mbps and mobile is 170 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Reliable wifi in cafés and malls; speeds vary. Tourist SIM data is a good backup.
Which SIM card should I get in Muscat?
Omantel, Ooredoo and Vodafone sell visitor SIMs at Muscat airport arrivals and malls; passport needed.
Can I use an eSIM in Oman?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.