Visitors to Oman through land ports urged to abide by traffic rules

Muscat : Due to the increasing number of arrivals through the land ports to visit the tourist sites in the Sultanate of Oman, the Royal Oman Police (ROP), has urged visitors to abide by traffic rules and regulations, and to the speeds specified on the roads.

The land ports of the Sultanate of Oman during this period witnessed an increase in the number of transits and tourists coming with their vehicles from the GCC countries and heading to various tourist sites, especially Dhofar Governorate, which is characterised by the Khareef season.

Lieutenant Colonel Badr bin Saif Al Yarubi, Director of Passports and Civil Status at the Al-Buraimi Governorate Police Command, said that the Royal Oman Police is making every effort to facilitate the passage of tourists through various ports, and simplify procedures related to customs aspects, passports and visas. In addition to providing advice and guidance and responding to inquiries raised by them. It is also keen, before the start of the Khareef season, to find out all the necessary needs and requirements.
 
Lieutenant Colonel Badr Al Yarubi called on those coming through the land crossings to adhere to traffic laws in order to preserve their safety, and the need to maintain the vehicle and ensure the safety of the tyres before travelling with it and adhere to the speeds specified on the roads, the specific load of the vehicles and the permissible blackout percentage that does not exceed 30 percent. As for the trailers that some people install behind the vehicle, the number plate and rear lights of the vehicle must be clear and not obscured.

Those coming from the GCC countries may accompany escorts (domestic workers, drivers, and private cooks) either by pre-e-visa or by issuing it upon their arrival at the port. Residents of the GCC countries can also enter the Sultanate of Oman on a tourist visa through various ports.

The Royal Oman Police affirms its continuity in providing aid, assistance and all facilities to visitors to the Sultanate. Everyone can communicate and request service via the emergency phone (9999).