Oman

SRI LANKAN COMMUNITY IN OMAN SIZE Approximately 90,000–110,000 Sri Lankans live and work in Oman. A close-knit and supportive community. MAIN SECTORS • Domestic workers (large group, particularly in private households) • Healthcare (nurses and technicians very welcome) • Construction • Retail and hospitality • Engineering EMBASSY SERVICES Embassy of Sri Lanka — Muscat: • Address: Way No. 3035, Al Khuwair, Muscat • Phone: +968-24697841 • Emergency: +968-93452614 • Hours: Sun–Thu 8:30AM–3:30PM WELFARE SERVICES • Embassy operates a Welfare Section for distressed workers • SLBFE Oman office: +968-24697841 ext. 203 COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS • Sri Lanka Association Oman (SLAO) • Sri Lanka Islamic Centre Oman • Sri Lanka Buddhist Society Muscat • Various cricket clubs participating in Oman leagues • Hometown associations (Colombo, Gampaha, Kandy, etc.) COMMUNITY EVENTS • Independence Day (4 Feb) — large community gathering • Sinhala & Tamil New Year celebrations (April) • Vesak Day events • Cricket matches and tournaments • Community picnics to Oman's beautiful beaches and mountains TIPS FOR NEWCOMERS TO OMAN • Omanis are extremely kind — respect them back • Take time to explore Oman's incredible nature (Wadi Shab, Jebel Akhdar, Wahiba Sands) • Salalah in Khareef season (June–September) is a must-visit • Muscat has a great public beach and Corniche for weekend relaxation