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Pilot license conversion in Oman
- CAA Oman · Civil Aviation Authority
- 2 min read
- Last checked 7 Nov 2026
We are not an aviation authority. This guide summarizes the official sources linked in each section. Rules change, so confirm with your authority before you enroll. Last checked November 2026.
In short
CAA Oman converts a foreign commercial license with instrument rating into an Oman license. Omani citizens can apply without a job at an Omani operator. Conversion means a written air law exam, an Oman medical, an English check and a skill test.
What you will need
- A current CPL(A) from an ICAO member state with valid ratings, including the instrument rating; CAA Oman checks them with the authority that issued them
- CPL flying training at an approved training organization: the CAA form lists at least 180 hours, including 50 hours of cross-country flying as pilot in command, 100 hours of instrument time and 5 hours at night
- CAA Oman's written air law exam, the only theory paper on its conversion exam form, and a skill test
- A current Class 1 medical from the state that issued your license, then an Oman medical certificate
- ICAO English Level 4 or higher
- A cover letter from you or your operator
Good to know
In Oman, validation of a foreign license is only for specific tasks such as ferry, test or demonstration flights, for up to 12 months, for pilots who work for a manufacturer, a training organization or an operator, and an Omani operator has to apply. It is not a route for new airline pilots.
Three things to check before you enroll
Does your home authority accept the school?
Some authorities only recognize training at foreign schools they have approved.
What will you sit at home?
Most authorities ask for at least an air law exam and a flight test, some for much more.
Do you need a sponsor first?
In some places the authority only converts a license when an employer or airline asks for it.
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Bringing your license home Sources and last checked
- CAA Oman FSD PEL 01-024, Foreign CPL/IR(A) conversion last checked 7 Nov 2026
- CAA Oman FSD PEL 01-191, Conversion theoretical knowledge exam last checked 7 Nov 2026
- CAA Oman FSD PEL 01-020, Validation for specific tasks last checked 7 Nov 2026
- CAA Oman FSD PEL 01-192, ATPL exams last checked 7 Nov 2026
- CAA Oman CAR-FCL Rev. 03 last checked 7 Nov 2026