Payment methods in Oman

Hello Priscilla,

First of all you are welcome to Oman and I wish you a good stay. The most common payment method in Oman is CASH - no kidding- as the Debit/Credit cards are not used everywhere like local markets and shops, fish and Vegetable markets

However, you can use debit/ credit cards in all government establishments, Hypermarkets, insurance companies, Medical Centers and some fuel stations

For rents some landlords or real estate agencies would  take Cheques as deposit for 3 months but I recommend you transfer by Bank Application which can guarantee that you are doing payment regularly

Local or small groceries in Muscat started using credit/ Debit card machine but I am not sure about the interiors or other provinces

Welcome in Muscat/Oman, in advance.

As far as transaction question concern my strong feeling use 90% Debit or Credit card except 10% places like cash transaction for Taxi use, take tea/coffee from small vendors.. Except every where pls use card only.

So you will not loose money from pocket/purse or even you can save round of money/coins.

Please save my what app numbers also if you require to ask in other points too.

Regards/Nishant