With the next UAE public holidays for National Day celebrations set for Tuesday, December 2, and Wednesday, December 3, Oman is always a popular choice for those looking for a quick getaway.
The drive from Dubai to Muscat is about 450km, which takes between four and five hours, so there’s no need to book a flight if you want to go and explore the city's corniche, Jebel Akhdar’s peaks or the turquoise Sea of Oman.
But before setting off, what is needed for the trek? Is paperwork at the border needed, how much does it all cost and how long does it really take door-to-door?
The National set off to find out.
Before you go: Orange cards, visas and insurance
There are a few things that need to be organised before embarking on a road trip to Oman. An Orange Card is mandatory for all vehicles travelling between the two countries. To get this, travellers should first check that their car insurance covers driving in the sultanate.
If it does, they can request the card, essentially a car insurance certificate valid in Oman, from their insurer. This is usually free of charge and can be presented as an emailed electronic format or as a physical card – it's worth noting that it's not always orange.
If the current policy doesn't cover Oman, a temporary Orange Card can be purchased at the border crossing. However, this typically covers third-party damage only.
Depending on nationality, an Oman visa may be needed. GCC citizens are exempt from this, while some other nationalities can obtain it on arrival. Applying online can save time at the border, but make sure to complete the application at least five days in advance. Typical processing times are 24 hours, but it can take longer. If it’s not processed by the time of arrival, reapplying is necessary (as is payment) for an on-arrival visa.
The visa fee depends on length of stay and nationality, but prices start from five Omani rials (Dh50). Check that there is at least six months validity in a passport and empty pages for exit/entry stamps. Travellers may also be asked to provide their address while in the sultanate, so they should ensure they know their accommodation details.
Getting to Oman through the Hatta-Al Wajajah border
From Dubai, it took an hour and 20 minutes to reach the Hatta-Al Wajajah border, located 6km along the road from the Hatta Wadi Hub. Photographs and recordings are not allowed at border points, so phones are best left in the car.
The first part of the exit process is on the UAE side. Expect to hand over passports to the official on duty and pay a Dh35 exit fee. Proof of car ownership and registration may be asked for, and if not owning the car you are driving, a letter of consent from the owner that includes their contact details might be needed. The official will give an “opening file” ticket and, with that in hand, continue on to the next checkpoint.
Oman visas and exit fees
Turn left at the roundabout while entering the Hatta Border crossing, and there will be a series of cabins, each designated for light vehicles, buses or lorries. More important than the vehicle category is whether or not the cabin has an illuminated green traffic light in front of it, as this indicates that it is in operation.
If already with a visa or are eligible to travel without one, go straight to one of the cabins and hand over passports. The Omani Police website provides a list of what type of visa is needed.
If without a visa, park next to the building on the left and go inside to apply for an on-arrival visa. Bring a pen to fill out the application form, then head to the central desks to submit the completed form along with passport. The visit visa fee ranges from five Omani rials to 20 Omani rials for a one-month visa. Payments can only be made by credit card.
Visa complete, drive to one of the occupied cabins where Omani border police will check documents and then direct towards the vehicle inspection point. All car doors need to be opened, including the boot. Officers are thorough, so don't be surprised if they request to look inside any bags, luggage or glove compartments.
When cleared to go, a small piece of paper is given to hand over to the official in the next booth. Another checkpoint a few kilometres away typically requires visitors to slow down. When reaching the final checkpoint, it means travellers have made it to the Oman side.
Sights to see and where to fill up while on the road
A leisurely journey from Dubai to Muscat takes just under five hours, including a stop at a petrol station, a bathroom break and a pit-stop for a bite to eat.
The drive isn’t the most exciting in the world, but there are some things worth looking out for on the way. This includes Sharjah Mosque – the largest mosque in the emirate – located just after Exit 71, and the mountains of Mleiha, about 40 minutes into the drive.
Once in Oman, be on the lookout for roadside camels, and enjoy the impressive backdrop of the Hajar mountains. Take snacks for the journey and plenty of water – once past the border crossing, there aren't too many places to stop to refuel. It's also a good idea to refill tanks at the petrol station right after crossing into the Omani border.
Also, be aware of the speed limits on Omani roads. While locals will say that drivers can do about 10km per hour more than the limit before the cameras flash, there’s no official buffer zone, so it's best to stick to the speed that signs display.
Driving to the UAE from Oman by car
Travellers can return to the UAE using the Al Ain border crossing at Khatm Al Shikla, which is a relatively simple journey, similar to the exit procedures. At the first cabin, Omani officials ask for passports and a car registration card before providing an exit stamp and waving passengers onwards.
Entry into the UAE includes a passport check from Emirati officials and a second checkpoint where each passenger undergoes what seems to be an EDE scan; there's no need to get out of the car for this.
A huge scanning machine is in operation for vehicles. When driving through, make sure to not exceed more than 5kph. Afterwards, officials may ask drivers to pull into a parking spot and open the boot for further inspection, although this is typically a faster process than on the Omani side. When clear, continue to the next window to hand over a stamped piece of paper, then continue into Al Ain to complete the last 160km to get back to Dubai.
No car? Take the bus to Oman
UAE residents who don't have a car can still take a road trip to the sultanate as there is a regular bus service connecting Dubai and Muscat.
Operated by Oman's Al Khanjry Transport, the service runs three times per day from Abu Hail Metro Station. Departure times are 7am, 3pm and 9pm, with journeys taking about six hours as there are a couple of stops along the way. Tickets cost Dh100, plus a Dh35 exit fee paid at the UAE border and Oman visa fee, and can only be purchased in person.
From Ras Al Khaimah, another bus service is available for those who want to visit Oman's Musandam. Operated via Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority from the main bus station in the northern emirate, buses run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with two departures per day, one at 8am and the other at 6pm. Tickets cost Dh50, excluding exit fees and visa costs.
Border crossings from the UAE to Oman
There are several ways to travel from the UAE to Oman. A newly announced border crossing named Wam opened at the end of February, providing an additional route from Fujairah. Here are the other available crossings for those who want to visit the sultanate:
Hatta/Al Wajajah Border: Popular crossing from Dubai to Muscat. It is accessible to tourists, UAE residents and GCC nationals.
Al Ain/Buraimi Border: Convenient for those travelling from Abu Dhabi or Al Ain.
Khatm Al Shikla (Al Ain): Mainly used by residents of Al Ain and nearby areas.
Kalba/Tibat Border: Located near Fujairah and is ideal for those heading to Musandam.
Mezyad/Hafeet Border: Also through Al Ain, frequently used for goods transport and residents travelling to central Oman.
Al Dhara Border Post: Located at the northern tip of Ras Al Khaimah, connecting to Musandam.
Khatmat Malaha Border Post: Located in Kalba (Eastern Sharjah), suitable for travellers driving from Fujairah or Kalba.
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2012-2015
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Friday 280.25m (14.12m)
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Sunday 170.25m (8.58m)
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Timeline
1947
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1962
250 GTO is unveiled
1969
Fiat becomes a Ferrari shareholder, acquiring 50 per cent of the company
1972
The Fiorano circuit, Ferrari’s racetrack for development and testing, opens
1976
First automatic Ferrari, the 400 Automatic, is made
1987
F40 launched
1988
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2002
The Enzo model is announced
2010
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2011
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• Sebastien Aguilar, who heads SimplyFI.org, a non-profit community where people learn to invest Bogleheads’ style
“It is thanks to Jack Bogle’s work that this community exists and thanks to his work that many investors now get the full benefits of long term, buy and hold stock market investing.
Compared to the industry, investing using the common sense approach of a Boglehead saves a lot in costs and guarantees higher returns than the average actively managed fund over the long term.
From a personal perspective, learning how to invest using Bogle’s approach was a turning point in my life. I quickly realised there was no point chasing returns and paying expensive advisers or platforms. Once money is taken care off, you can work on what truly matters, such as family, relationships or other projects. I owe Jack Bogle for that.”
• Sam Instone, director of financial advisory firm AES International
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His real gift to us has been the ability to invest in the stock market (buy and hold for the long term) rather than be forced to speculate (try to make profits in the shorter term) or even worse have others speculate on our behalf.
Bogle has given countless investors the ability to get on with their life while growing their wealth in the background as fast as possible. The Financial Independence movement would barely exist without this."
• Zach Holz, who blogs about financial independence at The Happiest Teacher
"Jack Bogle was one of the greatest forces for wealth democratisation the world has ever seen. He allowed people a way to be free from the parasitical "financial advisers" whose only real concern are the fat fees they get from selling you over-complicated "products" that have caused millions of people all around the world real harm.”
• Tuan Phan, a board member of SimplyFI.org
"In an industry that’s synonymous with greed, Jack Bogle was a lone wolf, swimming against the tide. When others were incentivised to enrich themselves, he stood by the ‘fiduciary’ standard – something that is badly needed in the financial industry of the UAE."
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COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Xpanceo
Started: 2018
Founders: Roman Axelrod, Valentyn Volkov
Based: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Smart contact lenses, augmented/virtual reality
Funding: $40 million
Investor: Opportunity Venture (Asia)
If you go
The flights
Etihad (etihad.com) flies from Abu Dhabi to Luang Prabang via Bangkok, with a return flight from Chiang Rai via Bangkok for about Dh3,000, including taxes. Emirates and Thai Airways cover the same route, also via Bangkok in both directions, from about Dh2,700.
The cruise
The Gypsy by Mekong Kingdoms has two cruising options: a three-night, four-day trip upstream cruise or a two-night, three-day downstream journey, from US$5,940 (Dh21,814), including meals, selected drinks, excursions and transfers.
The hotels
Accommodation is available in Luang Prabang at the Avani, from $290 (Dh1,065) per night, and at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort from $1,080 (Dh3,967) per night, including meals, an activity and transfers.
Who's who in Yemen conflict
Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government
Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council
Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south
Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory
UPI facts
More than 2.2 million Indian tourists arrived in UAE in 2023
More than 3.5 million Indians reside in UAE
Indian tourists can make purchases in UAE using rupee accounts in India through QR-code-based UPI real-time payment systems
Indian residents in UAE can use their non-resident NRO and NRE accounts held in Indian banks linked to a UAE mobile number for UPI transactions
FIXTURES
Saturday, November 3
Japan v New Zealand
Wales v Scotland
England v South Africa
Ireland v Italy
Saturday, November 10
Italy v Georgia
Scotland v Fiji
England v New Zealand
Wales v Australia
Ireland v Argentina
France v South Africa
Saturday, November 17
Italy v Australia
Wales v Tonga
England v Japan
Scotland v South Africa
Ireland v New Zealand
Saturday, November 24
|Italy v New Zealand
Scotland v Argentina
England v Australia
Wales v South Africa
Ireland v United States
France v Fiji
The biog
Hometown: Cairo
Age: 37
Favourite TV series: The Handmaid’s Tale, Black Mirror
Favourite anime series: Death Note, One Piece and Hellsing
Favourite book: Designing Brand Identity, Fifth Edition
Wicked: For Good
Director: Jon M Chu
Starring: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater
Rating: 4/5
Reading List
Practitioners of mindful eating recommend the following books to get you started:
Savor: Mindful Eating, Mindful Life by Thich Nhat Hanh and Dr Lilian Cheung
How to Eat by Thich Nhat Hanh
The Mindful Diet by Dr Ruth Wolever
Mindful Eating by Dr Jan Bays
How to Raise a Mindful Eaterby Maryann Jacobsen
Results:
5pm: Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 2,200m | Winner: AF Al Montaqem, Bernardo Pinheiro (jockey), Ernst Oertel (trainer)
5.30pm: Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 1,200m | Winner: Daber W’Rsan, Connor Beasley, Jaci Wickham
6pm: Handicap (PA) Dh85,000 1,600m | Winner: Bainoona, Fabrice Veron, Eric Lemartinel
6.30pm: Handicap (PA) Dh80,000 1,600m | Winner: AF Makerah, Antonio Fresu, Ernst Oertel
7pm: Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap (PA) Dh70,000 | Winner: AF Motaghatres, Antonio Fresu, Ernst Oertel
7.30pm: Handicap (TB) Dh90,000 1,600m | Winner: Tafakhor, Ronan Whelan, Ali Rashid Al Raihe
PROFILE OF HALAN
Started: November 2017
Founders: Mounir Nakhla, Ahmed Mohsen and Mohamed Aboulnaga
Based: Cairo, Egypt
Sector: transport and logistics
Size: 150 employees
Investment: approximately $8 million
Investors include: Singapore’s Battery Road Digital Holdings, Egypt’s Algebra Ventures, Uber co-founder and former CTO Oscar Salazar
