Navy comparison: 
United Arab Emirates vs 
Oman
United Arab Emirates's 62 warships outnumber Oman's 15 (4.1:1 advantage). Counting auxiliaries, reserve and non-commissioned hulls, the fleets number 83 and 17.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
United Arab EmiratesWorld #40
12.1
SEAS Index / 100
United Arab Emirates leads on 5 of 5 categories
OmanWorld #49
8.7
United Arab Emirates
Oman
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight × size, era and propulsion factors, minor vessels capped at 30 % of the combatant points; the air-wing, sustainment, armament and availability multipliers apply on top) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| United Arab Emirates | Oman | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | United Arab Emirates Navy | Royal Navy of Oman | |
| Total ships | 83 | 17 | 🇦🇪 4.9× |
| Active ships | 83 | 17 | 🇦🇪 4.9× |
| On order / planned | 4 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 0 | — |
| Amphibious ships | 10 | 2 | 🇦🇪 5.0× |
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| Corvettes | 11 | 5 | 🇦🇪 2.2× |
| Patrol boats | 31 | 8 | 🇦🇪 3.9× |
| Mine warfare | 2 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Coastal boats | 8 | 0 | 🇦🇪 |
| Auxiliaries | 21 | 2 | 🇦🇪 10× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, United Arab Emirates or Oman?
United Arab Emirates has a larger navy with 62 warships in service compared to Oman's 15.
How do the United Arab Emirates and Oman navies compare in size?
United Arab Emirates's navy is 4.1 times larger than Oman's in terms of total ships (62 vs 15).