King Charles III to host Sultan of Oman for state visit

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When will the Sultan of Oman visit the UK?

The Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik Al Said, will visit the UK for a state visit on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The visit is scheduled to take place at Windsor Castle.

What is the purpose of the Sultan of Oman's state visit?

The state visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Oman and the UK. Discussions are also expected to cover regional developments, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

When was the last state visit by an Omani Sultan to the UK?

The last state visit by a Sultan of Oman to the UK was in 1982, when Queen Elizabeth II hosted the late Sultan Qaboos bin Said. This current visit by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said marks the first such occasion in 44 years.