Al Dhahirah Royal Oman Police - Oman Road Rules Test 2

Q: How many questions is the Al Dhahirah Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test?

The official Royal Oman Police light vehicle theory test in Al Dhahirah has 30 questions and you need 23 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 20 questions.

Q: Is this the real exam?

These are original practice questions to help you revise. They are not the official Oman exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the Royal Oman Police, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the Royal Oman Police.

Q: Is this practice test free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no signup or payment, and you can retake it as many times as you like.

Q: What does the Al Dhahirah light vehicle theory test cover?

Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.

Question 1

At a signalised pedestrian crossing in Oman, pedestrians have a green signal and are crossing. You have a green light for your direction. Who has priority?

Accepted Answer

The pedestrians - you must wait until the crossing is completely clear. When pedestrians are crossing on their green signal, they have priority even if a driver also has a green for a turn. You must wait until the crossing is fully clear before moving.

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You do, because your traffic light is green

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Whoever entered the crossing area first

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Drivers always have priority over pedestrians at signalised junctions

Question 2

Where in Oman are pedestrians most likely to appear unexpectedly on or near the road?

Accepted Answer

Near souqs, mosques, shopping centres, and residential areas with no footpaths. In Oman, pedestrians often walk on or cross roads near souqs (markets), mosques, shopping areas, and residential neighbourhoods where footpaths are absent. Drive defensively in these areas, especially at dawn and dusk when visibility is reduced and foot traffic increases around prayer times.

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Only on marked pedestrian crossings

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Only on rural roads with no street lighting

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Only in designated school zones

Question 3

When reversing a vehicle in Oman, what is the primary rule?

Accepted Answer

Only reverse when necessary, over the shortest safe distance, and with full checks for pedestrians and other vehicles. Oman law requires that reversing is done only when necessary, over the shortest possible distance, and after thoroughly checking for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles. Reversing along a main road or for an excessive distance is prohibited.

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Reversing always gives you right of way over other vehicles

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You must always have a second person outside guiding you

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Reversing is only permitted in car parks

Question 4

Is it legal to reverse from a side street or driveway onto a main road in Oman?

Accepted Answer

No - you must exit a side street or driveway by driving forward, not by reversing onto a main road. Reversing onto a main road is prohibited in Oman. You should always exit a side street or driveway by driving forward. Reversing blind into fast-moving traffic is extremely dangerous and is treated as an offence.

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Yes, if you check your mirrors carefully beforehand

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Yes, on roads with a posted limit below 60 km/h

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Yes, as long as you activate hazard lights during the manoeuvre

Question 5

Your car breaks down on an Oman road and a friend tows you with a rope. What is a key safety requirement?

Accepted Answer

The tow rope must be clearly visible, a safe distance must be kept, and a qualified driver must be in the towed vehicle. When towing with a flexible coupling in Oman, the rope must be clearly marked (often with a flag or high-visibility material), a licensed driver must sit in the towed vehicle to steer and brake, and a safe gap must be maintained. Confirm the maximum permitted rope length with the Royal Oman Police.

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Any rope length is acceptable as long as both drivers agree

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The towed vehicle may be left unmanned to reduce risk

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Towing with a rope is always illegal; only a professional tow truck may tow

Question 6

What speed restriction applies to a vehicle towing another vehicle on an Oman road?

Accepted Answer

A speed lower than the normal posted limit; confirm the exact figure with the Royal Oman Police. Towing reduces braking ability and vehicle stability, so Oman sets a lower speed limit for towing. The exact permitted speed should be confirmed with the Royal Oman Police. Always tow conservatively and allow far greater stopping distances than normal.

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The same as the normal posted road limit

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No speed restriction applies to towing

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Always 40 km/h on every road type

Question 7

When may a private car use the hard shoulder of an Oman highway?

Accepted Answer

Only in a genuine emergency or breakdown; it is not a driving lane. The hard shoulder (emergency lane) is reserved for breakdowns, emergencies, and emergency service vehicles. Using it to bypass traffic or overtake is illegal and dangerously blocks access for ambulances and the Royal Oman Police.

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When traffic is very heavy and movement is slow

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To overtake vehicles on the right at any time

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During rush hours when it is opened as an extra lane

Question 8

You see a bus lane marked on an Oman road. When may a private car use it?

Accepted Answer

Only outside the operating hours shown on the bus lane sign, or if the sign does not restrict private cars. Bus lanes in Oman display their operating hours. Outside those times, private cars may generally use the lane unless the sign specifies 24-hour operation. Always read the sign carefully before entering the lane.

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At any time as long as no bus is currently using the lane

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Only at night when bus services have stopped

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Private cars may never use a bus lane under any circumstances

Question 9

How does extreme heat in Oman affect your vehicle, and what precaution should you take?

Accepted Answer

Heat can raise tyre pressure and cause engine overheating; check tyre pressure when cold and monitor the temperature gauge. Oman's high summer temperatures cause tyre pressure to rise (which can lead to a blowout) and can overheat the engine. Check tyre pressures when the tyres are cold, monitor the engine temperature gauge, carry extra water, and pull over safely if the temperature warning light comes on.

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Heat has no meaningful effect on a modern vehicle

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Deflate tyres slightly before driving in the heat to compensate for pressure rise

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Run the air conditioning on maximum to cool the engine down

Question 10

A sudden sandstorm reduces visibility to under 20 metres and you cannot safely pull off the road in Oman. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Slow to a very low speed, switch on low-beam headlights and hazard lights, and move toward the road edge seeking the nearest safe stopping point. If you cannot immediately pull off the road in a severe sandstorm, reduce speed dramatically, use low-beam headlights and hazard lights, and edge toward the road margin as you seek a safe stopping point. Stopping in a lane is very dangerous; leaving headlights on full can attract following traffic toward you. The Royal Oman Police advise avoiding travel entirely when extreme sandstorms are forecast.

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Accelerate to pass through the storm as quickly as possible

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Stop immediately in your lane with full headlights on so others can see you

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Follow the vehicle ahead at your normal following distance

Question 11

On a multi-lane road in Oman, which lane should you normally drive in?

Accepted Answer

The rightmost available lane. In Oman traffic moves on the right-hand side of the road. The rightmost lane is for normal travel; left lanes are for overtaking only. Staying in the right lane keeps traffic flowing and is required by Oman traffic regulations.

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The leftmost lane at all times

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The middle lane for maximum safety

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Any lane; there is no rule in Oman

Question 12

You are on a three-lane Oman highway and have just finished overtaking. Where should you go next?

Accepted Answer

Return to the right lane as soon as it is safe to do so. After overtaking, Oman law requires you to move back to the right as soon as it is safe. Lingering in a left or middle lane without overtaking is an offence and creates unnecessary hazards for other road users.

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Stay in the middle lane so you do not have to overtake again

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Move to the far-left lane to create space from slow traffic

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It does not matter which lane you remain in after overtaking

Question 13

Which lane is the fast or overtaking lane on an Oman dual carriageway?

Accepted Answer

The left lane. Oman drives on the right, so the LEFT lane is the overtaking lane. The right lane is for normal travel. Do not cruise in the left lane; use it only when passing slower vehicles, then return right immediately.

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The right lane

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The hard shoulder

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Both lanes are equally for cruising

Question 14

A driver is in the right lane at the posted speed limit on an Oman highway. A faster vehicle comes up close behind them. What should the slower driver do?

Accepted Answer

Move briefly to the left lane to allow the faster vehicle to pass, then return right. Even at the speed limit, you should move left to allow faster traffic through when it is practical and safe. This supports good lane discipline and prevents dangerous tailgating. Return to the right lane once the vehicle has passed.

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Speed up to match the faster vehicle

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Stay in the right lane; it is the other driver's problem

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Brake suddenly to signal dissatisfaction

Question 15

At a roundabout in Oman, who has priority?

Accepted Answer

Traffic already on the roundabout, which approaches from your left. Oman roundabouts circulate counter-clockwise. Traffic already on the roundabout comes from your left, and you must give way to it before entering. Only proceed when there is a safe gap.

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Traffic entering the roundabout

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The vehicle that arrives at the junction first

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Vehicles approaching from the right of the roundabout

Question 16

When leaving a roundabout in Oman, which signal should you use?

Accepted Answer

Right indicator. Because exits are on the RIGHT side of a counter-clockwise roundabout, you signal RIGHT before your exit to alert other road users that you are leaving. Cancel the signal once you have exited the roundabout.

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Left indicator

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Hazard lights

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No signal is needed

Question 17

You want to take the third exit at a roundabout in Oman. Which lane should you generally use on entry?

Accepted Answer

The left (inner) lane, signalling left on approach. For exits beyond the halfway point of the roundabout, such as the third exit, use the inner (left) lane on entry. Signal left on approach to indicate you are continuing around, then signal right as you near your exit. Always check mirrors and blind spots before moving.

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The right (outer) lane only

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Either lane; it makes no difference for a third exit

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The hard shoulder to gain space

Question 18

Traffic at an Oman roundabout is being controlled by temporary signals. Which rule applies?

Accepted Answer

Obey the signals; the normal roundabout give-way rule is suspended. When traffic signals override a roundabout, you must obey those signals. The standard give-way-to-traffic-from-the-left rule is suspended while signals are in operation. Treat the signals exactly as you would at any controlled junction.

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Give way to traffic from the left as normal, ignoring the signals

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Sound the horn and proceed with caution past the signals

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Treat it as an uncontrolled junction and give way to the right

Question 19

On which side do you overtake another vehicle in Oman?

Accepted Answer

On the left (you move into the left lane and pass on their left side). In right-hand-traffic countries like Oman you overtake by moving into the LEFT lane and passing the other vehicle on their left side. Overtaking on the right (the inside) is illegal except in very limited circumstances such as when the vehicle ahead is turning left.

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On the right (you pass on their right side)

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Either side, whichever is clearer

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Only on dual carriageways; no rule applies on single-lane roads

Question 20

Where is overtaking prohibited in Oman?

Accepted Answer

At pedestrian crossings, intersections, sharp bends, hill crests, and where a solid centre line is marked. Oman law prohibits overtaking at pedestrian crossings, junctions, sharp bends, hill crests, and wherever a solid (unbroken) centre line separates lanes. These locations have limited visibility or high conflict risk that makes overtaking unsafe.

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Only on single-lane roads at night

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Only where a specific no-overtaking sign is posted

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Overtaking is never prohibited if you can see clearly ahead

Al Dhahirah Royal Oman Police - Oman Road Rules Test 2

Al Dhahirah Royal Oman Police - Oman Road Rules Test 2

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