Oman boasts an advanced and well-structured transportation system, making travel within the country a breeze. Whether you opt for public transport or prefer driving your own car, it is crucial for both drivers and commuters to have a thorough understanding of Oman’s traffic laws.
Speeding Violations and Penalties in Oman:
In Oman, speeding violations are classified based on the extent to which the driver surpasses the speed limit, leading to fines and penalty points being imposed accordingly. Here are the detailed categories of speeding violations along with the corresponding fines and penalty points:
- Speeding by up to 20 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 10 will be imposed, and no penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 21-30 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 15 will be levied, and 2 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 31-40 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 30 will be imposed, and 4 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 41-50 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 6 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 51-60 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 75 will be imposed, and 8 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 61-70 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 100 will be levied, and 10 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by 71-80 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 150 will be imposed, and 12 penalty points will be awarded
- Speeding by over 80 km/h beyond the limit: A fine of OMR 200 will be levied, and 15 penalty points will be awarded
It’s important to note that accumulating 12 penalty points or more may lead to the suspension of the driver’s license. Therefore, drivers are strongly advised to adhere to the posted speed limits to ensure their safety and avoid penalties.
Parking Infractions and Penalties in Oman:
- Parking in a No Parking Zone: A fine of OMR 10 will be imposed, and no penalty points will be awarded
- Parking in a Handicapped Zone: A fine of OMR 20 will be levied, and 2 penalty points will be awarded
- Parking in a Fire Lane or blocking an Emergency Exit: A fine of OMR 30 will be imposed, and 4 penalty points will be awarded
- Obstructing traffic: A fine of OMR 30 will be levied, and 2 penalty points will be awarded.
- Parking on the left side of the yellow line: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Trucks parked less than 50 meters from the yellow line on the right and the main road, without emergency: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Parking in an ambulance space: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Driving on the right side of the yellow line, unless there is an emergency: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Displaying or selling a car outside the designated area: A fine of OMR 35 will be levied
- Parking on a pedestrian path: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed
- Parking on a part of a roadway: A fine of OMR 10 will be levied
- Overtaking without Ensuring Safety or Violating Traffic Signals: A fine of OMR 100 will be imposed, and 4 black points will be recorded
It’s crucial to note that accumulating 12 penalty points or more can lead to the suspension of the driver’s license. Therefore, drivers are strongly advised to park only in designated areas and avoid parking in restricted zones or obstructing traffic.
Hauling or Transporting Offenses
Hauling or transporting violations in Oman may result in fines and penalties. Here are the distinct hauling or transporting violation categories and their respective fines:
- Overloading a vehicle with passengers: A fine of OMR 10 for every additional passenger beyond the maximum limit
- Using a vehicle with a load that is not properly secured: A fine of OMR 20 will be levied
- Using a vehicle with an exhaust pipe that emits excessive smoke or noise: A fine of OMR 20 will be imposed
- A vehicle that poses a threat to other motorists while being hauled or transported on a public road: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Commercial transportation using a temporary registration plate: A fine of OMR 15 will be levied, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Passengers transported in a vehicle or motorbike with a teaching plate: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Transport of more passengers than specified in the vehicle’s license: A fine of OMR 10 will be levied, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Passengers transported inside a cargo box: A fine of OMR 10 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
Other Violations and Penalties:
- Driving a vehicle in a category for which the driver does not hold a license: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Adding equipment that increases engine power or alters exhaust sound: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Covering the driver’s face beyond recognition: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Drifting: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Failing to stop at a checkpoint: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Misrepresenting vehicle panel data or covering the panel: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 3 black points will be recorded
- Driving a car with a canceled or withdrawn license: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Using a vehicle or bike in places where it is not permitted: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Driving a foreign car with temporary registration after the specified period: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed
- Violating regulations on renting offices or showrooms for vehicle sales: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied
- Installing stickers or additions to a vehicle without permission: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed
- Opening outlets on the road without administration approval: A fine of OMR 50 will be imposed
- Adding or modifying fuel tanks beyond factory specifications: A fine of OMR 50 will be levied
- Following ambulances on roads: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Riding a motorcycle without wearing a helmet (driver and/or passenger): A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Driving a vehicle without holding the steering wheel or sitting properly: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Leaving the scene of an accident before completing all procedures: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Failing to stop for a police officer: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Driving with export or import plates after the expiration of the prescribed period: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Driving heavy vehicles during prohibited times: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Failing to install the vehicle license plate in its designated location clearly: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Driving a foreign car for purposes other than tourism, passing through, or visits: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed
- Repairing a seriously damaged vehicle without prior consent from the police: A fine of OMR 35 will be imposed
- Using mobile phones or other electronic devices while driving: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 2 black points will be recorded
- Failing to follow the correct path at traffic lights: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Not adding reflecting markings on heavy vehicles and equipment: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Failing to turn on the light alarm for trucks and accompanying vehicles: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Installing a tool or device to place mobile phone or electronic devices for driver use: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Installing a box on a motorcycle without permission: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed, and 1 black point will be recorded
- Abandoning a vehicle on the side of the road: A fine of OMR 15 will be imposed
FAQs about Traffic Violations and Fines in Oman:
Ans: To check if you have a traffic violation in Oman, you can visit the Royal Oman Police website and enter either your vehicle registration number or your Civil ID number.
Ans: You can pay for a traffic violation online through the Royal Oman Police website or through their mobile app. You can also pay at any ROP service center or at any branch of Oman Arab Bank.
Ans: Certainly, in Oman, you can dispute a traffic violation by sending an objection letter to the Royal Oman Police. This should be done within 30 days of receiving the violation notice.
Ans: If you don’t pay a traffic fine in Oman, your vehicle registration may be suspended. Additionally, you may incur fines for each day the payment is delayed.
Ans: No, you cannot renew your driver’s license if you have unpaid traffic fines in Oman. You must pay all outstanding fines before renewing your license.
Ans: Traffic violations stay on your record for one year in Oman. After one year, they are removed from your record.