Bureaucracy

  • Visas: Required.
  • Vaccinations: See Travel Vaccinations.
  • Driving: A local licence must be obtained from the police by presenting a national driving licence or International Driving Permit. There are heavy penalties are imposed for drinking and driving (including immediate 48-hour prison sentences) and on-the-spot fines are imposed on anyone using a mobile phone whilst driving.
  • Country Representatives:
    In UK: 167 Queen's Gate, London SW7 SHE, tel (020) 7225 0001, fax (020) 7589 2505.
    In Country: PO Box 185, Mina Al Fahal PC 116, Muscat, tel 609 000, fax 609 010.