5 April 2026: Authorities in Dubai have introduced new customs rules allowing cargo to be rerouted through Oman, formalising a temporary land‑based corridor to maintain trade flows amid ongoing logistics disruptions.

Dubai Customs has issued a new directive setting out a detailed framework for routing cargo through Oman using a temporary land corridor via the Hatta border crossing. The measures were introduced under Customs Notice No. 06/2026 and are aimed at ensuring continuity of supply chains during disruptions affecting sea and air routes across the region.

Under the framework, cargo arriving in Dubai from international markets, as well as goods originating in Dubai for export, may be transported by road to Omani ports or airports before continuing to global destinations. The system applies to both sea and air cargo, allowing shipments to be sealed, moved in bonded trucks, and processed under coordinated customs supervision by Dubai and Oman authorities.

All cargo movements must be handled by approved bonded operators, with DP World Logistics designated for sea cargo and dnata for air cargo. The directive sets out mandatory documentation, seal verification, and inspection procedures at each stage of transit, reinforcing customs control while enabling faster rerouting during operational disruptions.

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