Moving to Serbia from Oman

moving to

What to Expect

A comprehensive look at what changes when you move from Oman to Serbia — from daily expenses to quality of life.

If you moved from Oman to Serbia, you would find that Serbia is 32.5% more expensive than Oman overall. A OMR28,838 salary in Oman would need to be roughly RSD8,693,903 in Serbia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Serbian. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Belgrade averages 62°F vs 91°F in Muscat, making it significantly cooler.

Planning this move? Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from vetted international movers. Get free quotes ↓

How Far Will Your Money Go?

How your spending power changes when you relocate from Oman to Serbia.

What does your salary buy?

OMR28,838 RSD8,693,903

To maintain the same standard of living in Serbia

Calculate with your salary →

The biggest cost differences at a glance

Restaurants

pay 2.7 times more

Groceries

pay 3.0% more

Transportation

pay 41.2% more

Housing

pay 6.5% more

Childcare

pay 6.4% more

Entertainment and Sports

pay 50.9% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 OMR = 266.59 RSD (July 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

Get free moving quotes to Serbia

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Key Indicator Comparison

How Oman and Serbia stack up on safety, healthcare, jobs, and infrastructure.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

OM
0.3
RS
1.0
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

OM
11.0
RS
7.4

Oman generally does better on safety, though Serbia leads in road traffic deaths.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

OM
$1,444
RS
$2,303
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

OM
20.6
RS
28.4

Serbia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Oman leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

OM
104.0
RS
45.0

Serbia performs significantly better than Oman across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

OM
10.9
RS
29.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

OM
116.7%
RS
5.7%

Oman generally does better on infrastructure, though Serbia leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

OM
1.5%
RS
8.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

OM
$40,000
RS
$24,500

Oman performs better than Serbia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

OM
76.9 yrs
RS
74.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

OM
14.4
RS
4.8

Oman generally does better on family life, though Serbia leads in infant mortality.

Data: Ministry of Finance, Oman, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Muscat Rain: 3.5 in/yr (90 mm)
91° / 75°F

Avg. annual high / low

Belgrade Rain: 26.9 in/yr (683 mm)
62° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Muscat Belgrade
Jan–Mar 81°/65°F (27°/18°C) 45°/33°F (7°/0°C)
Apr–Jun 100°/82°F (38°/28°C) 71°/53°F (22°/12°C)
Jul–Sep 97°/83°F (36°/28°C) 79°/59°F (26°/15°C)
Oct–Dec 87°/70°F (31°/21°C) 53°/39°F (11°/4°C)
View all months
Month Muscat Belgrade
Jan 77°/62°F (25.1°/16.7°C) 38°/28°F (3.5°/-2.3°C)
Feb 80°/64°F (26.4°/17.8°C) 44°/32°F (6.4°/-0.2°C)
Mar 85°/69°F (29.5°/20.3°C) 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.3°C)
Apr 94°/76°F (34.7°/24.2°C) 64°/46°F (17.5°/7.8°C)
May 103°/84°F (39.6°/28.7°C) 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.1°C)
Jun 104°/87°F (40.0°/30.3°C) 78°/59°F (25.3°/15.0°C)
Jul 100°/86°F (38.0°/30.1°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.3°C)
Aug 96°/83°F (35.6°/28.2°C) 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.1°C)
Sep 96°/80°F (35.6°/26.8°C) 75°/55°F (23.7°/13.0°C)
Oct 94°/76°F (34.6°/24.2°C) 65°/47°F (18.1°/8.3°C)
Nov 87°/69°F (30.3°/20.8°C) 52°/39°F (11.0°/4.0°C)
Dec 80°/65°F (26.8°/18.3°C) 42°/32°F (5.3°/-0.2°C)

Data: Directorate General of Meteorology - Civil Aviation Authority Directorate General of Meteorology - Civil Aviation Authority, Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Oman and Serbia. To live, work, or study long-term in Serbia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Serbia's immigration authority.

Oman passport

Oman passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Free
Oman passport holders can enter Serbia without a visa.
Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting Oman

Visa Free
Serbia passport holders can enter Oman without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Serbia than Oman?

Day-to-day costs in Serbia run about 13% higher than Oman on average; specific cities can swing further.

How much money do I need to move to Serbia?

A safe rule of thumb is 3 months of local expenses plus relocation costs. On a OMR28,838 comparable salary, that's around RSD2,173,476 in Serbia for everyday spending, before flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Serbia?

With 29.3 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, Serbia can support video calls in major cities. The hard part is paperwork — visa category, employer policy on overseas staff, and tax residency in Oman and Serbia.

Is Serbia safe for expats?

Oman generally does better on safety, though Serbia leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Serbia is 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.3 in Oman.

How is healthcare in Serbia compared to Oman?

Serbia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Oman leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 28.4 doctors per 10,000 people in Serbia, compared to 20.6 in Oman. Serbia scores 72 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Oman: 70).

What's the weather like in Serbia compared to Oman?

The average high temperature in Belgrade is 62°F, compared to 91°F in Muscat. Belgrade receives around 26.9 in of rainfall per year, while Muscat gets 3.5 in.

What language do they speak in Serbia?

The official language in Serbia is Serbian. In Oman, the official language is Arabic.

Share this

At a Glance

OM RS
Population 3,764,348 6,739,471
Currency Omani Rial (OMR) Serbian Dinar (RSD)
Languages Arabic Serbian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +968 +381
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 9999 112