Oman
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Oman is one of the most beautiful Middle East destinations. Otaxi and Talabat cover the basics.
๐บ๏ธNavigation & Maps
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Works almost everywhere except mainland China. Offline maps are critical when roaming.
Strong for cities; offline for the desert.
๐ฑMessaging
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The dominant messenger in Europe, Latin America, India, Middle East, Africa.
Universal for tour operators.
๐ฑFood Delivery
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Dominant food delivery in Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain.
Food delivery.
Is Oman one stop of several?
Add your other destinations and get one combined app list, with the adapters and currencies for the whole trip.
The practical basics
Power & plugs
- Plug type
- G
- Voltage
- 240V
- Frequency
- 50Hz
- Type G: Three rectangular pins. The British plug, used in UK, Ireland, HK, Singapore, Malta, much of Africa and Middle East.
British plug.
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory; many restaurants add a service charge, otherwise rounding up or leaving 10% is generous. Tip hotel porters and drivers a small amount in cash.
CurrencyOMR
Arabic you'll actually use
Etiquette and scams to know
โ Do
- Greet with 'As-salamu alaykum' and shake hands with the same gender; wait for a woman to extend her hand first
- Use your right hand for eating, greeting, and giving or receiving items
- Dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees; women should carry a scarf for mosques
- Accept offered coffee (kahwa) and dates as a gesture of Omani hospitality
- Ask permission before photographing people, especially women
- Remove your shoes before entering homes and mosques
โDon't
- Don't show public displays of affection, which are frowned upon and can be illegal
- Don't drink alcohol in public or appear intoxicated; consumption is restricted to licensed venues
- Don't eat, drink, or smoke in public during daylight hours in Ramadan
- Don't point the soles of your feet at people, and don't show or point with your left hand
โ ๏ธ Common scams to know
- Unmetered taxis quoting inflated fares; agree on the price before getting in, as most taxis have no meters
- Overpriced 'authentic' souvenirs and frankincense in souqs; bargain politely
- Tour operators promising experiences that don't match what's delivered; book through reputable agencies
- Inflated currency exchange rates at informal kiosks
This page was last reviewed in September 2026. Apps launch, rebrand and pull out of countries all the time, so confirm anything your trip depends on. Spotted something out of date? Tell us โ here's how we check.