New UAE-Oman border crossing opens in Fujairah

Thursday, 27 February 2025 07:43

By ARN News Staff

A new border crossing has opened between the UAE and Oman, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has announced.

Operations began at the Wam border crossing in Fujairah effective Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

The new border post will facilitate travel between the UAE and Oman, enhancing connectivity and easing trade and passenger traffic.

ICP Director-General Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili said that the start of operations at the Wam border crossing is an important strategic step in the process of strengthening cooperation between the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman.

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