Careem
A leading ride-hailing app in Oman and across the Middle East, owned by Uber, offering private car and delivery services.
What it helps with
- A ride in MuscatUpfront price.
- Food in the same appCareem Food.
- Paying in cashCash rides accepted.
About Careem
Careem is a Dubai-founded ride-hailing "super app," acquired by Uber in 2020, offering private car bookings alongside food and grocery delivery in Muscat and other Omani cities, widely used across the Middle East region.
Key Features
- Private Car Booking: Book a private car with upfront fare estimates before confirming.
- In-App Payment: Pay by card or cash depending on your preference and location.
- Careem NOW: Food and grocery delivery integrated into the same app.
- Driver Ratings and Tracking: Rate drivers after each trip and track your ride live on the map.
How to Get Started
- Download the Careem app and register with your phone number.
- Enter your pickup location and destination to see ride options and fares.
- Choose a ride type and confirm your booking.
- Pay through the app or in cash, and rate your trip afterward.
Before you use it
- Payment: Cash rides are accepted; change is added to your Careem Pay balance.
- Fees: Peak-time pricing applies at busy hours and in bad weather.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Careem work with a foreign bank card in Oman?
- Yes - Careem accepts foreign-issued cards in Oman.
- Is Careem available in English?
- Yes, Careem has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Careem?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Careem.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Careem?
- No, Careem doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Careem?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Careem cost?
- Upfront fare by distance and car type
Phrases for the driverArabic
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- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) من فضلك، خذني إلى هذا العنوان. min faḍlak, khudhnī ilā hādhā al-ʿunwān
- How much will it cost? كم الأجرة؟ kam al-ujra?
- Please turn on the meter من فضلك شغّل العداد. min faḍlak shaghghil al-ʿaddād
- Can I pay by card? هل يمكنني الدفع بالبطاقة؟ hal yumkinunī ad-dafʿ bil-biṭāqa?
- Stop here, please توقف هنا من فضلك. tawaqqaf hunā min faḍlak
- Thank you شكرًا. shukran