The Sultanate of Oman has some of the finest roads in the world. The condition of the asphalt is excellent, traffic lanes are well defined, signals, driving regulations and guidelines clearly posted at regular intervals. Motorways link Muscat with all major cities and towns in Oman. There are excellent roads leading to Dubai. An international driving license is valid in Oman.

Observe speed limits. Don’t drink and drive - offenders can incur detention, severe fines, prison sentences and possible deportation. If you have a motor accident, remain with your vehicle and immediately report to the police. It is an offence to leave the scene of the accident before the police have arrived.

Local residents and expatriates have to take a driving test before a license is issued.

Vehicles are driven on the right side of the road. It is essential to carry vehicle documentation and driving licenses.

Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence and is strictly prohibited.

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.

Please note that the incidence of road accidents is very high in Oman, compared to other countries in the world. This is primarily due to over-speeding and bad driving. Road safety programs are always being updated in Oman to make their roads better for drivers. The authorities 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.

Road conditions, lighting, and traffic safety in cities and on major highways are good. The condition of rural roads varies from good to poor.

Taxis, minivans, and small buses may swerve to the side of the road to pick up passengers with little notice or regard for other vehicles.

A 4WD is highly recommended if you are planning to drive in wadis (unsealed valley roads in river beds). Also, ensure that you have an experienced guide and a 4WD that is well-equipped to handle any emergency if you are planning to go on off-road desert adventures (known as "wadi-bashing") in Oman.

Driving in Oman can become very dangerous in the case of a slight rainfall. This is of course true everywhere, but the combination of very smooth roads and possibly, previous long periods of drought must be the cause of exceptionally slippery surfaces.