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AlcoholOman

What travelers need to know about alcohol in Oman. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Alcohol in Oman: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Non-Muslim travelers may bring up to 2 litres of duty-free alcohol into Oman; Muslim travelers may not bring alcohol.

Detention and fines; authorities may require a blood test if alcohol use is suspected.

§ US State Dept — Oman
CONDITIONAL

Alcohol may only be bought and consumed in licensed venues (hotels, restaurants, and bars) in Oman; drinking in public, being drunk in public, and drink-driving are illegal, and you may be arrested for possession of alcohol or driving under the influence.

Fine and possible imprisonment; airport transit passengers under the influence may be arrested.

§ US State Dept — Oman
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