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Oman Customs: Personal luggage worth up to RO 300 eligible for duty exemption for travellers aged 18+

Travellers aged 18 and above can qualify for customs duty exemption on personal belongings and gifts valued at up to RO 300, provided they meet the conditions set by Oman Customs.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

MUSCAT – The exemption applies to items that are for personal use and are not intended for commercial purposes, according to the Directorate General of Customs.

To qualify for the customs duty exemption, the traveller’s belongings and gifts must be of a personal nature and their total value must not exceed RO 300.

Oman Customs said the items must not have a commercial character, while the traveller must not be a frequent user of customs services.

The exemption also requires the traveller to be at least 18 years old.

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