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Foreign Ministry urges Omani citizens in Shiraz and Bandar Abbas to assemble for evacuation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an urgent consular announcement outlining arrangements for the repatriation of Omani citizens currently in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

TAS News Service

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Sunday, June 15, 2025

MUSCAT- As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safe return of Omani citizens from Iran, the Ministry has called on citizens currently in Shiraz and surrounding areas to assemble at a designated location for transportation to the city of Bandar Abbas.

According to the Ministry, citizens in Shiraz and nearby areas are requested to gather today at exactly 12 pm local time at the following location:

  • Assembly Point: Rudaki Ferdowsi Intersection – opposite Sorna Hotel and Talar Hotel
  • Contact Number: +98 917 877 0878

In a parallel arrangement, the Ministry has also called on Omani citizens currently near Bandar Abbas or residing in nearby areas to proceed directly to one of the following assembly points in Bandar Abbas by 3 pm local time:

Assembly Points in Bandar Abbas:

  • Vazra Hotel – Imam Khomeini Street, after City Center, Halle Alley
  • Naz Hotel – Imam Khomeini Street, after City Center, Halle Alley
  • Atamis Hotel – Imam Khomeini Street, after City Center, Gholam Ajar Alley

Contact Numbers in Bandar Abbas:

  • +968 9202 0300
  • +968 9988 1166

The Ministry emphasized the importance of adhering to the specified times and locations to ensure smooth coordination and to safeguard the safety of all citizens as part of the Ministry’s repatriation plan. Citizens are urged to fully cooperate with the consular teams and local authorities facilitating the process.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its thanks to all citizens for their cooperation and wished everyone safety and a secure return to the Sultanate.

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