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Driving — Oman

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

Short answer

Driving in Oman: allowed only under specific conditions.

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CONDITIONAL

Visitors on a visit visa should hold an International Driving Permit to drive a rental car in Oman (rental companies often require one); drink-driving is a serious offence and any detected alcohol can mean a fine and imprisonment.

DUI: fine and possible imprisonment; traffic fines up to OMR 3,000 or up to 3 years.

§ UK FCDO — Oman

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