Oman Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA)
- Website: https://www.caa.gov.om
- Contact: permits@paca.gov.om
Estimated Processing Time
Requirements by Operation Type
Private and corporate flights require full permits. Same 72-hour lead time and documentation requirements as non-scheduled operations.
All non-scheduled flights require prior PACA permission with 72-hour minimum lead time. Comprehensive documentation required.
Scheduled services operate under bilateral agreements with designated carrier approvals.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA)
- Lead Time: Minimum 72 hours in advance of intended overflight
- Validity: +72 hours from approved flight date
- Fees: Route navigation facility charges apply; no separate permit processing fee
All non-scheduled aircraft overflying Oman must quote permit number on each flight plan. Permission required for all non-scheduled flights into, from, or over Oman territory whether or not for taking on or discharging passengers, cargo, or mail.
Submit application to PACA at least 72 hours before intended overflight. Provide operator name and address, aircraft type and MTOW, registration marks, ACAS-II availability, callsign, IATA code, dates/times, entry/exit points within Muscat FIR, purpose of flight, passenger numbers, crew names, and copies of valid aircraft documents.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA)
- Lead Time: Minimum 72 hours in advance of intended landing
- Validity: +72 hours from approved flight date
- Fees: Landing and parking fees apply at Muscat International and Salalah airports
Non-scheduled flights must include embarkation/disembarkation points, purpose of flight, and charterer details if applicable.
Submit application to PACA with full operator details, aircraft documentation, crew list, flight itinerary, charterer information, passenger/cargo details, and valid copies of AOC, COR, COA, and insurance.
Cabotage
Not permitted for foreign operators
General Remarks
Oman has a large FIR (Muscat FIR - OOMM). PACA requires detailed documentation for all non-scheduled flights. Serviceable ACAS-II and transponder must be noted in applications.