Oman is a land of nature and beauty. It has beaches, mountains, national parks, and rivers that a lot of people would deeply appreciate. It is a part of Southwestern Asia within the coasts of the Arabian Peninsula.
Driving in Oman is very easy. For safety, you should always follow the speed limit, which is set at 80 kph. Should you decide to rent a car, a 4x4 is recommended to fully appreciate the wonder of this great country, and will be particularly useful in rough terrain or when raining or muddy. If you are thinking of organising car hire in Oman, use the search boxes on the left to search for availability.
The sultanate of Oman does not necessarily ask for an International Driver's Permit in order for you to drive within the country, your UK licence will be fine. You should carry this with you at all times while within the country.
Traffic policemen in Oman do carry out vehicle registration checks from time to time. It is advisable for you to always keep important vehicle documents inside your car, like insurance papers and rental agreement. Also, they can and will arrest you for drinking and driving, so it is wise not to do so.
Oman is a mountainous and rocky land; you are advised to practice extreme caution while driving. Vehicles could appear at anytime, and the beaches could be impassable during heavy rains.
Seat belts should always be worn when driving. All passengers should be properly buckled up. Anyone caught driving without a seatbelt will be fined.
It is not advisable to travel at night or to travel alone. The roads are well maintained but they are not well designed. It is not really dangerous to drive in Oman but it is always good to be careful.
Road safety programs are always being updated in Oman to make their roads better for drivers. They are looking into strengthening and improving existing traffic laws.
Just like driving in any foreign land, it is mandatory that you practice caution if you are not familiar with the country’s actual road conditions.
Summary:
- Seatbelts should always be worn
- Children should sit in the back
- Children under 4 should use a child seat
- For safety reasons, you should never drink and drive
