Thursday 22 / January / 2026
Muscat: Planning a road trip to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is about to become more affordable for residents and citizens of the Sultanate of Oman. Oman has announced that the fee for the mandatory "Orange Card" insurance which is essential for any vehicle crossing the border, will be slashed to just one Omani Rial effective January 2026.
The Orange Card is a unified insurance document required under the Arab Unified Motor Insurance Card Agreement. It provides motorists with essential third-party liability coverage while traveling through participating Arab countries, including the UAE. By reducing the fee to a nominal OMR 1, the Financial Services Authority (FSA) is making it significantly easier and cheaper for drivers to ensure they are legally protected the moment they cross the border.
The benefits of the Orange Card extend beyond just legal compliance. It offers simplified procedures for handling traffic accidents on international roads and provides financial protection against civil liability claims. This fee reduction is designed to remove financial barriers for frequent travellers, support the smooth movement of vehicles between neighbouring countries, and bolster the tourism and logistics sectors.
