Oman Customs has issued comprehensive guidelines requiring travelers to declare cash or bearer-negotiable instruments valued at RO6,000 or more when entering, exiting, or transiting through Oman. The rules outline documentation for individuals and legal entities, extend to gold transactions, and impose strict penalties for false or non-declaration, reinforcing Oman’s anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorism-financing framework.
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