The Omani currency is the Rial Omani(RO). The Rial Omani is linked to the US $ at a conversion rate of $2.58: RO 1.000. Rate against the £Sterling fluctuates with the market.

Credit cards: All major credit cards are readily accepted in the main shops and hotels, as well as by an increasing number of traders in the souq. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are widely used but some of the smaller card operators, like Diners and Discover, are not served. To be sure that one has no problems check with credit card companies before leaving to assure overseas approval and for details of acceptability.

ATM / Auto bank cards: Most of the banks in the main urban areas have ATM/Auto banks that accept US/UK cards ('Cirrus' or 'More'). One can withdraw local currency up to a maximum of RO300 ($770) per day. Also, local currency will be exchanged for home currency at wholesale rates. However, make sure that the card's PIN number is no more than '4' digits or it will not work.

Travellers Cheques: Easily exchanged at banks, forex establishments and at the airport. Hotels also have the facility to change money for their guests at the current exchange rate. Outside banking hours, moneychangers operate during the evenings (4pm - 7pm) and at weekends. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, visitors are advised to take travellers checks in US Dollars.