{
  "id": 17319932,
  "title": "UAE-Oman fuel trips: Does driving to the border really save you money?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/uae-oman-fuel-trips-does-driving-to-the-border-really-save-you-money",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T00:44:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/business/markets/uae-oman-fuel-trips-does-driving-to-the-border-really-save-you-money-1.500730234"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "UAE and Oman petrol prices are set to be reviewed in November, prompting a debate over whether driving to the border for fuel refills is cost-effective. The question arises due to Oman's decision to impose a temporary 30-litre cap on fuel purchases within 50 kilometres of border crossings. This measure, approved by Oman's National Subsidy Committee, aims to manage demand and ensure fuel availability for consumers. The restriction, applicable to petrol stations near the border, affects the amount motorists can purchase in a single transaction. The potential savings on a 30-litre petrol purchase, based on October prices, range from Dh60 to Dh61, excluding travel expenses and border charges. The calculation assumes an exchange rate of approximately Dh9.54 per Omani rial and uses the latest October fuel rates in both countries. A key factor is the distance traveled to reach the border station, as additional fuel consumption and visa or insurance costs could diminish the financial benefit. For instance, a vehicle consuming eight litres per 100 kilometres would use Dh34 worth of fuel on a 100-kilometre round trip, leaving around Dh26 of the initial difference after accounting for the trip. Motorists already travelling to Oman for work, family visits, or other reasons may find refuelling during an existing journey more economical. The temporary limit's impact varies depending on the specific circumstances of each trip, emphasizing the importance of considering all factors before deciding to cross the border for fuel.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Is it worth driving across the Oman border just to refuel? With UAE petrol prices set for their November review, the answer depends on how much fuel motorists can purchase, the distance travelled and whether they are already planning a trip. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. The question follows Oman's decision to introduce a temporary…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}