Quick answer
Personal belongings and gifts up to OMR 300 duty-free (18+, non-commercial, not a frequent traveller) under ROP Decision 110/2026.
50 g of 22K gold is worth about OMR 2,321 at today's rate.
Duty-free allowance in Oman
Personal belongings and gifts up to OMR 300 duty-free (18+, non-commercial, not a frequent traveller) under ROP Decision 110/2026. 🟣 Reported
5% customs duty plus 5% VAT on the excess. 🟣 Reported
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⛔ Oman
- E-cigarettes / vapes: E-cigarettes and vaping devices are prohibited.
- Meat, milk & dairy: Pork products are prohibited.
- Weapons & ammunition: Firearms and ammunition without prior ROP authorisation are prohibited.
- Narcotics & drugs: Illegal drugs are prohibited in practically every country. Penalties can include long prison sentences or worse.
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- Alcohol: Non-Muslim travellers need a Royal Oman Police permit to bring alcohol. Muslims may not import alcohol.
- Medicines: Personal-use medicines are usually allowed with a prescription. Controlled medicines (strong painkillers, sedatives, ADHD drugs) may need prior approval.
- Plants, seeds & fruit: Plants, seeds and fresh fruit usually need a phytosanitary certificate. Declare them.
Leaving Pakistan
- Gold bullion, precious stones and gold jewellery bought in Pakistan face export restrictions. Jewellery you declared on arrival can be taken back out. ✅ Official
- Declare foreign currency over US$5,000 (or equivalent) when leaving. ✅ Official
⚖️ If you don't declare
- Undeclared goods above the allowance can be confiscated, and you may pay the duty plus a penalty (often up to the value of the goods).
- Undeclared cash over the limit can be seized until you prove where it came from.
- Smuggling, prohibited items or large commercial quantities can lead to arrest and prosecution.
- Illegal drugs carry very severe penalties in most countries, including long prison sentences.
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Frequently asked questions
How much can I bring duty-free from Pakistan to Oman?
OMR 300. Personal belongings and gifts up to OMR 300 duty-free (18+, non-commercial, not a frequent traveller) under ROP Decision 110/2026.
Can I carry Gold jewellery from Pakistan to Oman?
No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply.
How much cash can I carry to Oman?
Declare large cash amounts (threshold reported as OMR 6,000–10,000, so verify).
Can I pay customs duty online before travelling to Oman?
There is no online pre-payment for Oman at the moment. Declare at the red channel on arrival if you are over the allowance.
Popular routes
Sources
- 🟣 Reported Oman Observer – ROP Decision 110/2026, Art. 19 (OMR 300)
- 🟣 Reported EntryBrief – Oman customs (reviewed Jul 2026)
- ✅ Official State Bank of Pakistan – Foreign Exchange Manual, Ch. XVIII
- ✅ Official FBR – SRO 1751(I)/2022, Rule 7A (outbound declaration)
Last checked: 2026-11-09