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Also known as the pearl of Arabia, you can immerse in one of the richest histories and cultures of the Arabian region in Oman as well as relax in the natural beauty.
The country is also relatively safe with an honest and efficient police force. As such, there are only a few hassles to watch out for.
Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared.
Emergency number
- General emergency: 9999
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Taxi scams in Oman
2 0How it works: Situation: despite Oman being pretty much hassle free for tourists, there can still be taxi scams to watch for. Overcharging: metered taxis have been rolled-out in 2019…
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Visa scam in Oman
2 0How it works: While applying for a visa, you may encounter third party websites which try to pass themselves off as legitimate government sites. What really happens is that they…
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Attire scam in Oman
2 0How it works: If you intend to visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, you have to be dressed conservatively – you have to cover up your ankles, shoulders, arms and…
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Pickpockets in Oman
2 0How it works: Pickpocket cases here are actually very rare and they tend to be opportunistic individuals rather than the professional gangs which work the rounds in Europe. Places to…
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