Worst Immigration officer - I met in Oman

Thanks to the ever-changing immigration rules, I experienced my worst immigration experience ever while crossing the Oman-UAE border. I was rejected twice. Once at the UAE checkpost and then at the Oman checkpost. Watch this video to know how did I manage to clear the Immigration after almost 14 hours. This video was shot in December 2021.
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[@khizar8286]

Varun bhai, I am a Pakistani and currently living in Europe. I have been following you for a long time. You're such a pure soul, a true representative of Indo-Pak. I felt really bad to know how you suffered in this video but I am also glad that you exposed this black sheep and met that nice Omani man. We Indo-Pak and BD belong to the same soil. Much love and peace to your viewers. VISIT PAKISTAN

[@God14366]

Lots of love from 🇮🇳.....thank you..for a swt comment

[@divine7401]

Keep this mindset Bhai..we need this as neighbors

[@God14366]

@@divine7401 yes brother

[@SSBboyies]

Indian ko visa nhi dete pakistan

[@muddasir1895]

@@SSBboyies pakistan de data ha lekin india wale boht hard process magte ha Dunai badal ge magr hum dono desh neh badle

[@mountaintrekker]

I am recovering from COVID now. Thanks for all the good wishes. Subtitles will be available by evening. USA series will resume after this.

[@shashanksrs]

Take care and get well soon Bhai.. Do not take stress in editing and uploading the video, we all can wait 😊

[@hoorjahan7042]

Ok🙂

[@kushalsarmah5903]

Sir please reply on Instagram I am big fan of you sir please reply

[@hungrysoul5546]

Take care. And get well soon

[@koreanstorysong9406]

Yahi bolne Wala tha USA ki series complete Kar do tab tak

[@mohanachowdhury5270]

When you get upset or go through a bad experience, it affects us all. Wishing you a speedy recovery and hope to see more of your experiences soon. You truly are a gem of a person.

[@stollenkid9504]

Shame on you! Tourists ki images kharab kar raha hai.

[@ashiqueambalan9314]

Had a similar incident with Oman immigration and we changed our mind and went back.

[@lyyyyyyy365]

Really

[@jeetumishraabhijeet]

We both are fighting covid right now, i pray for your speedy recovery.Uncle's remark on Indians brought tears to my eyes, world is full of good people and we can feel their love through your channel..Thanks❤️

[@sangitabhattacharya.745]

You faced a lot of hurdles and struggles in the beginning, that at a point you were really upset about the current situation... but God has something else in his mind, that you got to meet some really kind people, who stepped forward to help you. You are really precious, and you are loved by a lot of souls. And the love and positivity of all those souls who really care for you will always be there, to protect you, to comfort you. I hope you are recovering quickly. Have lot of rest, and get well soon.✨

[@Tell-a-Tales]

Rightly said

[@lucifernoobpubglite3504]

right

[@oneplanet1050]

Ekdom aunty..thik bolechen.

[@user-ej5bw5qv9n]

@@oneplanet1050 get a life grandfather, and if possible visit a doctor, because your brain needs treatment ...

[@Travel_for_Self]

Varun Bhai.. despite so many obstacles in the journey you kept it.. made all efforts to overcome them.. this is the true traveling spirit.. and I also learn from them through ur experiences

[@AK-wn5ri]

Immigration is always pain but for Indians it used to be hell. I remember my first foreign trip, hongkong immigration took me to some room and questioned me for 2hrs. They could not understand a lick of English though I had all the bookings and details in hard copy. My first US trip was also bad experience, immigration was rude. My second trip to US was during Trump years and immigration officer was rude at the beginning. So when he asked purpose of visit for 5th time, I said I am there to see Nazis as my grandpa had fought against them in WW2. This was couple of days after that Virginia rally by Nazis. He stared at me for a good long minute and stamped my passport. It is not good to loose patience with immigration but life has improved for travelling Indians in the past 10-15years

[@lachlanbrown409]

Australians are treared the same by US Immigration and we have a good relationship. The only Nazis or racists in US history were the Democrats who championed slavery while Republicans freed their slaves. It's history

[@headlinesgenerator5426]

I had a ball with the french immigration in paris

[@cevihings]

So saddened to hear that you had a very difficult and rough ordeal at Oman border post...on the positive side you got meet some very helpful people to get you to another international border check post thru which you could cross into UAE....wishing you safe and more pleasant and cheerful journeys and stay...wherever your next road/highway may lead you too.

[@divine7401]

For those who are complaining that every time he has issue on a trip..to them please try to know he is trying to cover the trip by showcasing the different scenarios as a common man who does budget travelling..5 rial is not a big bucks for him but he is trying to show us what will be the situation if this happens..hats off Varun Bhai..

[@sharebazaar6807]

Absolutely right sir

[@pralay.k.haldar1121]

I know 5 rials may not be a huge amount of money, but this is supposed to be a travelling channel, not something where someone complains all the time. I am noticing for the last few weeks, he has been complaining about almost everything. This has become very irritating for people to see everytime we come to see his vlogs. And some of these looked very silly tbh. I would request Varun bhai to please start showing the beautiful locations you travel and to reduce these types of complaining wale videos. If you're complaining, then make sure you fight it out and show the resolution as well, yeh nahi ki kisi officer ne kuch keh diya toh dusre border chale gaye. That was not the solution. You should have fought him. Tab usko akkal aati aur baaki logo ko pareshaan na karega aise in the future.

[@harohalli]

Not, He is not helping the local economy by using local taxis, he expects some dude who watched his video to drive him across the border and show him the different places in the area. Not a genuine tourist

[@jerryl.b.5512]

Yeah, and look what not paying 5 Rials got him. He had to go to so many hassles, going from one border post to another, and these border posts are not near to each other by the way.

[@kjsing5004]

@@jerryl.b.5512 it's not about the money idiot! It's about following the rules and having self respect, I know you don't have this in you that's why you are hating someone😑

[@DrSandeepMaurya-eq9zi]

Daddu was so humble and with pure heart ❤️ love from India 🇮🇳

[@rajseep09]

Dear Varun , despite of all the obstacles you have been so stable and positive . Have been watching your videos since long time. It feels so good. U r sending the message of love and friendship in Oman and India . Kudos 💐👍🏻

[@Vedu3216]

I had worst experience with Oman at Muscat Airport, when I was Travelling to Germany Varun Bhai. Worst experience cant tell ! I will highly recommend if you are travelling any where, dont opt for Oman as transit port !

[@jerinjacob3043]

I am not a subscriber,but I pray for your smooth journey even at this time of COVID I salute your attempt to try and win in all bad situations..God bless you brother.

[@DoctorStrange489]

Just want to give a bit of a clarification for your viewers who might be planning to take the same trip by Hatta Wajaja border. The PCR validity is ONLY 48 HOURS for most travellers. (14 days validity is for GCC citizens only!) Secondly, cancellation of an EXIT stamp is not an option in any country. In Oman, the visa status is changed to "Cancelled" when traveller exits Oman. After that, there is no way you can enter without a new visa, be it even for 1 hour also. And since i travelled just 3 days ago, I had confirmed with Royal Oman Police, there is NO FREE VISA issued at land borders for Indians(irrespective of USA visa in passport), that facility is only available in airports. So the information provided to you by that officer is correct, You are required to pay 5 riyals for re-entry. I'm sorry you had an unpleasant experience. A bit of a research would have helped you avoid this confusion. Stay Safe :)

[@freya9751]

What is with the 5 rial though? Wasn't he asking for bribe?

[@DoctorStrange489]

@@freya9751 Not at all. 5 OMR is the standard fee for a 10 Day single entry tourist visa to Oman for Indians holding visa of USA, UK, etc (Visit ROP website for details)

[@mukulkarmakarwb153]

I agree - it’s completely the traveller’s fault here. He screwed everything not giving a mere 5 rl. The traveler is kind of stubborn here. So he should face the consequences.

[@purbadasgupta5410]

@@mukulkarmakarwb153 for a budget traveller, 5riyal can b a lot… specially whn u r a travel blogger where most of ur trip is go with the flow… what has been explained above, could hv been explained by the officer instead of harassing the traveller nd being rude.

[@shailendrasingh-sc8fs]

@@mukulkarmakarwb153 he is just defaming the omani , by saying that he's asking bribe it's absolutely his idoit ness, why you should get everything free, are you not making money from travelling, dont give the impression that you are doing some charity

[@sabahaider108]

Varun, when I was in Dubai, I also kept talking to a cab driver in English thinking he is an Arabi. However, later I got to know that he knew Hindi so well. 😀

[@kuljeetsinghsamra7626]

I got to know this late but wish you a speedy recovery get well soon after a long time watching your videos again 😊

[@bansu01]

The best was kept for the last episode and that too for the last 10 mins. The Urdu/Hindi conversation with the person while talking you to the border was a real twist! The final conversation was enough to heal your unfortunate experience you meted with the immigration officer. Thanks bro and take good care of your health!

[@sudhanshuojha6948]

Aree bhai English me kyu baat krta hai... 🤣🤣🤣

[@sekhimranvlogs4964]

From Kolkata

[@lazybun_india5134]

.. wonderful insight to all the experience that you share postive/negative 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@negi1972]

Welcome bhaiya. I often view your Channels (subscribed perhaps two weeks before). The main thing I find in you is your spirit, The way of loving conversations with the strangers whom you meet in your journey, really attract me a lot. Thanks for inspiring us. God bless you.

[@mohammedfarhath3396]

Very sad to know about your worst Immigration Experience & bad health..thanks to Ghulam Bhai & Tarunji for their kind help. the challenges and difficulties during traveling, particularly immigration clearance are part and parcel of traveling life. it is usually not enjoyable .. we pray for your safe, enjoyable journey and pleasant life in the future! Once again thanks to you for spending memorable time with me and our family and sharing those beautiful moments on your channel. Thanks to all your viewers for their lovely comments and blessings! as said by Janab Abu Sultan @ 19:05 "Ham log Dosti Kaisa Bhool Jayega.. Acha Insan Apna Dost Ku Nahin Bhoolta Hai" Good Bye!! 🌹🌹🌹👍👍❤❤❤

[@GauravThakurJi]

❤❤❤ farhath saab

[@rajeevkapoor1669]

Farharth Sir you are so humble person very kind ❤ from Delhi

[@Neha-fe8tv]

Shukriya Farhath sahab . Aapane hum sab ko oman ghuma diya

[@ashrafulahmed3555]

Unfortunately feeling sorry for you about the conditions you faced in Oman.. The bad experience ever I guess.. The people of Oman is loveable but for one immigration executive we can't hate full Omani people and the country.. Keep spreading Positive Varun Bhai.. Please take care of you.. We Love you❤️

[@coverkingsofking353]

But it's not good thing

[@gjsanu]

Shame on him. 😑🐖

[@LaoSoftware]

I live in Laos in southeast Asia. It is my dream to travel the world and see new places. I want to enjoy my life and experience new things. I hope I don't meet unfriendly immigration officers. I like nice people.

[@edwinrodrigues9747]

@@coverkingsofking353 THIS IS THE RESULT OF THE FATHER OF LIES. MR.MODI AND THE DIRTY BJPigs POLICY IN INDIANS AGAINST THE MUSLIMS IN INDIA. THIS WILL SOON BACKFIRE SOONER OR LATER.

[@apurbadey4489]

Me too. But keep away from this type of person.

[@joeybenra]

LOVED IT ... What a vlog !!!!

[@luisdourado5201]

Very nice words from the gentelmen in the end was heart warming to hear .mr abu

[@sandeepojha2904]

Varun bhai... Keep the positive spirit inside you always alive... There will be lot of hurdles in your trip around the world.. But Mata Rani ka blessings are with u... Keep traveling.. You are a good fighter.. Love u brother..

[@adi224]

The pandemic has really hit people bad. First the abrupt cancellation of your trips, the labyrinthine rules and what not. Moreover propping of health problems. Thankfully, this too shall pass. Best wishes bhaiya! Many good things will come for sure in the future!!

[@vikrammankotia5676]

Ending with a good note... Hats of to last cab driver Cheers Get well soon God bless you

[@RupaliGuptaSurya]

Everything happen at immigration was really bad but when u meet the last Omani it felt like God was planning some beautiful surprise for you. Get well soon 😊

[@LifeJoyAdventureVlogs]

I have a feeling he got jealous and when he saw how an Indian is travelling to so many countries. Not all days are the same. God bless you. Get well soon.

[@expertunknown5063]

The real reason is he is hindu and that officer belong to pissful community 🤡

[@SH-em2eu]

Mr. Varun, thanks for visiting Oman. I stay in Buraimi. I would have drop my number to help you out if I was aware about your Buraimi visit. It was very unfortunate what happened at Hatta border. Anyway wishing you safe journey and good time ahead. See you in your next trip

[@asianchina]

When I start watching your video i thought I'm also travelling with you and when you struggle like this situation I'm very disappoint those people how never understand your problem but I believe you only can handle all the bed situations god with you we all with you sir be happy and keep smiling ❤️

[@filzashi2766]

15:29 that part was so funny😅🤭 But difficulties also come in the way of those who can handle them well And you completed the journey in a very good way with patience Lots of love and prayers from Pakistan to you🥰😊🇵🇰

[@pradhyumsharma4121]

Hahahaha true

[@moazzamkhan398]

Sorry to hear tha experience you had at the last last. You met with some wonderful people in Oman. Now my advice is to you please get proper treatment of your back pain then start a new trip. Wish you best of luck Varun bhai ❤️

[@udayrm]

Oh ... very disheartening to learn that you are infected with COVID. Hope you are recovering well varun. Take care bro .... we all need you and your smiling appearance 😀🤗. Once again you have faced embarrassment due to immigration officer. You had also faced immigration embarrassment in USA and serbia also I guess. Very bad ........ but that's part and parcel of traveling around globe. Hope everything goes well and fine ahead varun. Luv u bro and plz take care of yourself 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗.

[@sivaprasad8516]

Started with bad incident and ended with heart melt. This is life ❤️

[@rwpmehra]

Aapki wajh se hi mujhe bhi vlog karne ka confidence aaya..thnks for tht..bas ab aapke jaise speech improve karna hai..😇😇

[@prangyajyothinayak5080]

This is ur 3rd wrost experience after USA immigration while leaving for India N Serbia immigration when u were leaving for Dominican Republic. Looks like that immigration officer want bribe he is asking straight for money or in layman language " Chai pani ka kharcha de do". Never saw u this upset in any trip but one thing I can say Sire this experience will make you strong to face any other obstacles N we all know that u r a pro to tackle those difficulties😎Farhat sir, thank you is such a small word to say coz u ve helped so much to our legend. U r a blessing in disguise for MT😊 12:12 felt like a little child saying " Ni ni aur ni.. Bht ho gya😊 bht kha liya😄" Sweet moment. 15:15 That was the best N funniest part- are apko urdu aata h?? Pehle se bolna tha ek ghante se angrezi me baat kr rhe h hmlg😂😂. Abu Sultan sir said the most beautiful line- "Ache insaan kabhi apna dosti ni bhulte". This line made our day. Nothing is more beautiful than true Friendship🤗

[@divine7401]

😍😀

[@agravatbhargav8388]

I think immigration rules of every country is changing continuously nowadays and there is not single information center which will tell you everything regarding this rules and regulations. We can just hope that world get together and fight against this pendamic.😊😊😊

[@ARShaikh515]

" Urdu maaloom h to fir kyu english baat karta " 😃😂 sabse funny part tha

[@prangyajyothinayak5080]

@@ARShaikh515 😂😂😂😂

[@Ar_26680]

@@prangyajyothinayak5080 I love you ❤️❤️❤️😘❤️💋💋🙈💝

[@SmartEngineers]

instead of embarrassing of yourself You could have paid 2000 INR to him.

[@suryanshu_ssr]

Traveling is making you a whole different person... Keep growing 💗✌️

[@surendramenon4669]

I have lived in Oman for 16 years, your BAD LUCK..Great people great country ..SMILE AND SPEAK AND GREET ❤️🙏

[@SandeepVerma-sc6kb]

A great lession for everyone. Treat everyone with great respect as you never know when you may be at another end. Never leave any person without leaving a great impression about our own country.

[@shashankrai6510]

File a complaint with the relevant authorities through proper channel. Also, tag the Omani government on Twitter. Discretion is an exception based upon threat perception and profiling. Can't be justified to support fragile egos. Such harassment shouldn't go unnoticed.

[@nkn9319]

Never file a complaint against any Islamic country when u r in that Country.even though u r genuine ,they won't TOLERATE.instead they will put in u Jail.history proved how far they intolerant. 🤣U can file complaint when u left that Country.it is much more better if u done in social media.

[@GauravThakurJi]

@@nkn9319 sai kaha

[@honestperson4811]

That will be big mistake authorities will ban for lifetime...A

[@Deira854]

Please stop complaining about every country. People like you give indian tourists a bad name, nobody wants indian tourists because of this complaining attitude.

[@headlinesgenerator5426]

@@GauravThakurJi hari bol

[@adarshkumar7582]

How smooth your video run like a favorite movies

[@inderpalsingh2346]

At last some good people meet you. God 🙏 bless your journey 🙏❤️😊

[@hungrysoul5546]

One of the best videos to show problems faced during immigration. Showed the good and the bad parts of govt authorities. Great series btw. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to the new series.

[@anuverma568]

Evry journey in our life gives us so many experience whr we learn to understand so many things how it works,ache logo in wajah se duniya chal rahi hai aur jo thodi bhot barbaad hai wo aise hi logo ki wajah se so don’t worry varun ji,i know ye experience ne apko bhot kuch shikhaya hoga,kya sikha apne turant nahi to baad me zarur ehsaas hoga so make sure u make a vdo on that too..dhyaan rakhen apna🙏

[@ssrprashant91]

Amazing u were in falaj al qabail. That was where i lived for 04 years. Lots if nostalgia seeing the scenes from this area. Having worked with a custom broker in Oman, I do know what you are talking about. I know many officers who used to make their own rules. Majority of them are easy going but there are a few black sheep. and the omani guys' name was Badr.

[@bestisyettocome905]

Salute brother for your patience... God bless u.

[@harohalli]

stop hitchhiking pay for rides and be a tourist, so you can contribute to their economy which Indians also expect from tourists No more free rides, Pay and travel

[@harohalli]

As a US resident, my tips to visit different destinations city in USA are By AIR, LAND or WATER. so fly, drive or by a Boat/ship to visit your place of interest. So please do not hitchhike, travel by renting a car or share it with another tourist, By tour Bus, book in advance and also for ship or Boat, book early. It helps the us economy and tourism. YOu cannot wait for someone to offer rides. Plan your trip ahead. Stay at hostels which are cheaper for a budget traveller like you. The whole video should help a new tourist to get around a city. you can only do it if you can show how you did it. Dont post videos of hitchhikes or borrowed rides which is not what a tourist does. Then you can call yourself a Guide who can help people decide how to travel. Help US economy by spending $$$ on services and Goods. help the local economy, shop little stores, food at local restaurants etc. you get the idea how to help the US economy. So follow it and then preach it otherwise your videos mean nothing

[@masoodahmed1629]

Totally agree with you.. he gets frustatated if he does not get things free and blames the system of that country.

[@syedeyad7127]

@@masoodahmed1629 I agree with you 👍

[@syedeyad7127]

@@masoodahmed1629 ye hamare indian ka naam bi kharab kar raha hai sab kuch free ki chakkar me. 🙄

[@pegambarmohmadkejruddindon8483]

@@syedeyad7127 Arabia ka tel khtm sb bheek मांगेंगे Arab dobara

[@SK-xw4gu]

Hi Varun: Sorry to hear that you have Covid. Wish you a speedy recovery.

[@swarsadhana4777]

Isne khud ne invite Kia hai COVID. Abhi bhi isko farak nahi padta..

[@iamsaurabh2545]

getting goosebumps, proude of you bro 👍

[@Abhishek546]

You are absolutely right my friend, I worked for 3 years in Muscat, at the day of my cancellation, I faced a very similar issue like u. Actually these people are terribly envious of you when u show them a true logic, I had very very bad experience in Oman

[@joepereira2640]

Sorry for your bad experience in the hands of a bad tempered Omani immigration officer. You should write to the Omani ambassy in India about this incident. It is amazing to see how an Omani citizen uplifted your spirits. That's what humanity is about. Humanity is above any religion, race, culture and prejudice.Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

[@apurbadey4489]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@faiz7801]

Bro u r an inspiration may Allah bless you always ❤️stay strong 💪

[@smitagandhi6249]

Very good and Knowledgeable video, Sorry for your troubles that you have faced during your trip. God bless those great humans. 🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝

[@sandhyayolmo8668]

So much thanks for information sir.good luck.

[@vikram.vibing]

You could have paid that meagre 2000 INR amount at the beginning and avoid so much harassment for you and the person accompanying you. Paying it might have been unnecessary, but choose your battles wisely in foreign land. Take care brother!

[@newtongsm]

We are in pandemic world wide must think wisely also immigration office can reject you also better paid 2000 inr

[@sameersingh01]

He has very few amount of money left😇

[@mdzaid5925]

Yup, afterall we are used to do that in India. It's mostly impossible to get any paperwork done in government offices without bribe.

[@deepaks8430]

Looks like you are new on this channel, because Mountain Trekker is different than other youtubers. But, yes he could have paid 5 Real instead of booking expensive hotel.

[@deepaks8430]

@@tunekahuna8146 Go cry to mamma.

[@samarb9329]

It's good to note that in Oman good Samaritans like Ali ( the last car man) also exists. God is merciful...

[@Dr.FAISAL_IDREES]

Deeply disheartened by such horrible experience u had within couple of days. May Allah full fill your further journey vid Zeal and enthusiasm.

[@Azizui]

Their is a light at the end of tunnel I am sure you did see it and felt it Thanks for all your efforts to share your trips Hasan from 🇬🇧 uk

[@rajeevmangra18]

Sorry to hear about the ordeal you had to go through. But end of the day you met a godsend person Sultanbhai who spoke about the friendship between Oman and India. It was overwhelming to hear the words from the loving person who helped you and gave the positive vibes before leaving Oman. Sometimes we find black sheep in the force but bribe has become a norm nowadays.

[@AKGamerz1]

Who Else Here Big Fan of MOUNTAIN TREKKER💞💥❤️

[@prangyajyothinayak5080]

Not big fan..M a Die hard fan😊

[@shankarraj3433]

Thanks for your videos and ENGLISH SUBTITLES.

[@Khan1986thekingisback]

Lot of love and respect for you bro,

[@GVashisht]

Same kind of incident happened with me in China , back in 2013. Even i had Chinese work visa stamped on my passport. There are some sort of people exists around the world who always wanted to show that they're superior.

[@dannyden9450]

Bro GCC immigration is almost like this except UAE, they treat Indians and other South Asian countries people like that always. Hope you keep safe always ✌️

[@hamed100]

@@chetans8460 Brother being Indian myself but I am third generation born outside of india. Nevertheless we always felt we were Indians and wh3n we came across Indian travellers, we always wanted to be friends. But looking at recent news media in india and how Muslims are being treated in india, we tend to get pissed off. I’ve personally witnessed quite a few Indians being harassed at borders, even in African countries. But I think this has got a lot to do with how you are treating your own fellow Indians who happen to be Muslim.

[@hamed100]

@Shruti Tiwari When a Hindu temple was ransacked by the self calling “Muslims” in Pakistan, the whole country was in turmoil. Even the Prime Minister Imran Khan spoke out against it and ordered the temple to be repaired by the gov. Ministry and the so called muslim culprits be made to pay for the costs before being marched into prison where they belonge. On the other hand, when mosques and churches are destroyed by Hindu vigilantes, the Indian government keeps mum and the prime minister stays in his cakoon quietly showing his approval. The vigilantes are garlanded and regarded as heroes by leading BJP politicians. That is the difference between a civilised god fearing people and a country which boasts to be the World’s biggest democracy, but actually it’s not so in india. In india it’s not d3mocracy, in india it’s “The demons gone Crazy”.

[@moonlighmax]

@@hamed100 Stop believing everything that is shown in news. Most of them are running propaganda just because of geopolitical reasons. They will pick incident in some small regions and amplify it in news and display it like this happening in all over India. For example, Al-Jazeera run pro conservative news in Middle Eastern countries but it's US version is Far-Left and Liberal. All because of geopolitical matter.

[@gautamkumar8204]

Welcome sir bohot time baad apki video aayi ha 🙏🙏🙏

[@samuelzhao1964]

Last 10 mins speech was so heart touching!!

[@sameersingh01]

Sad to see you are bearing this much in Immigration.... Middle East countries generally causes most trouble still don't give up Varun Bhai... Just a Bad day... And hope you recover soon from COVID😇

[@sameersingh01]

😞😞

[@astronomerabi2153]

"Middle East countries generally causes most trouble still don't give up Varun Bhai" are you fucking mad or something? this is very rare

[@sameersingh01]

@@astronomerabi2153 Because I and many of my friends too faced such problems in Middle East countries...

[@logicalthinker483]

@@sameersingh01 which country?

[@Deira854]

Please stop complaining about every country. People like you give indian tourists a bad name, nobody wants indian tourists because of this complaining attitude.

[@mohdnaufilkhan7282]

Hat's off for your struggle & petition...👏👏👏👏👏

[@gopinathmohanty8327]

Ap Sabke baar me complaints bahut confidence se karte he.... Means You are a very strict and professional Nagative complaint personality

[@rajkumarsanatomba8612]

Koi nahi....never give up... Amazing videos...love it

[@ganeshkartha2918]

in other words god had other plans for you to end it on a positive note.. feeling gr8!!

[@alphacoder3822]

Im forwarding this video to my uncle who works in a indian school of sohar oman as secratary. He knows many people from indian embassy oman. Lets teach a lesson to that police officer

[@nayyarvipin4608]

Himmat hai teri bhai.. keeep going ..... BEST OF LUCK for next trip.

[@tanvirsolution691]

you both have space in out heart . one is you and other is major garav arya...... love from Bangladesh......i hope your reach and popularity can impact his police life. all the best

[@monikaborah4070]

Be strong Varun Bhai .. love from Assam ❤️❤️❤️

[@709466ok]

Lots of prayers and respect for you. 🙌 Regards from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@FarmingandNaturebeauty]

Ek number bhau 😍😍👌

[@wonderearth]

Varun bhai. Really liked the way you handled these situations without breaking down. This will make you more stronger. Only advise that I would like to give you is - make your backup ready, don't just go by one single plan. Because you never know...

[@wonderearth]

Another piece of advise - until this Covid situation is over, come back to India & explore our own country little bit more (like you did before this trip). With travel policies changing daily, it will only result in more stress & pinch in pocket.

[@tarungoswami4652]

You must lodge a complaint in tourism department and in foreign ministry about this. Because this must be sorted out so next time people like Sekri will not taken Indians for granted.

[@shreekrishnan86]

I totally understand.. I myself stay in UAE and have experienced this when I went to Oman first time for visa renewal , long back.. Trust me we at times think Indian govt Babus only do this but they also do the same.. Rascals. India me bhi shayad immigration me intna trouble nahi karte tourists ko.. Thanks. Hope you are well now.. Take Rest first.

[@logicalthinker483]

You can see this type of custom officers all around the world

[@prajaktak2968]

May be reason was Hindu hatred.

[@mechanicaldesignhubforu]

We salute your dedication towards your journey love from west bengal🇮🇳

[@deepakbackpackers7412]

Good morning Varun Bhai... Have a great day... Bahut dino se aapki har Vedio dekh raha hoon... Bahut Atcha se aap har jagah ki bare me details batate hain

[@joshfurfur1260]

* Research the covid entry travel requirements well, as every country is different and can be complicated. * Once a visit visa is cancelled, another one is needed and in this case the visa fee was OMR 5 ( less than Rs1000), which is mentioned on their website. It's NOT a bribe. * This is a re-entry into a country, which is a big deal, luckily one can get a visa at the border here. Can't Imagine if it was not possible. * All the best for future travels

[@HelpfulHarry]

I am also Pakistani and I have had a similar experience in Kuwait. I really think the Gulf countries are a shame when compared to the West with regard to customer service and overall respect. Love your vlogs!

[@himanshusingh2593]

Such a nice soul you are. Because of your types of people can make our country proud and because of your humble,kind and very well obedient person can make our relationship and friendship with other countries... You are the rising Star 🌠✨ of our country. Keep on grow Varun Bhai 🇮🇳

[@asingh1174]

The hospitality of Omanis♥️ Last main jo uncle the unhone dil jeet liya🙌🏻

[@mikhailfernandes6849]

Proverb - " when in Rome, do as the Romans do"

[@tomlucas5216]

You were not willing to pay 5 riyal but kept booking and showing new hotel stay of 50 riyal a night to officer? It is not making sense at all. Would have saved your time, Your friend's time and officer's time by just paying the fees. Get well soon.

[@arpit72]

he is showing the difficulty common man faces.

[@punammishra6103]

I think that 5 riyal sounded like bribe....and if it is bribe then giving it that easily would be like promoting it.

[@moonlighmax]

Why someone need to pay bribe?

[@tomlucas5216]

@@moonlighmax Just re-check, Officer was asking for a border crossing process fees(Mentioned on their site also) not bribe. Varun was asking for FREE pass.

[@tomlucas5216]

@@punammishra6103 It's a border crossing fees

[@santfarms6689]

Stay strong Verun God bless.

[@sasodekar]

Varun bhai... The way you ended your talk with the last Gentleman was so encouraging and emotional... with positive note that, it was your fate to meet him!!! What an attitude Sirjee- I think the World need to learn it from Indians the culture and respect for each other and their values! In Gulf there are maximum Indians serving them right from blue to white collar professions. Gulf need several reforms to change attitude! Its shame that you have faced this experience. Some one from Oman must share this video to Embassy of India/Oman tourism or even Pravasi Bhartiya Party which is now in place. I am going to use this video with your permission to send across - how and why Gulf needs to reform a lot at shop floor.

[@striker44]

Sorry, you had to go through this ordeal. Though I could not understand you fully I could grasp a bit of it. He was certainly expecting the entry fee though legally not required per your visa situation. All countries are going through constant changes in policies due to pandemic and stressful for many. As someone pointed out in the comment section, it may be best to pick the right battles. Paying 2000 Rs. while a bit of a hit on one's integrity (note that it is not a bribe), it is worth the ROI to avoid stress you went through. Lessons we all learn from your videos are immense. Get well soon.

[@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498]

5 rial is 970 rupees..thats what I was thinking...best to pay n move ahead..after all its just 5 rial...

[@striker44]

@@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498 True but that's how corruption starts. Just 5 rials, just 20 rials, just 100, then 1000.... Being truthful and living with integrity is hard. Only a few rise above that bar.

[@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498]

@@striker44 true but in real world those are all idealistic talks...not applicable in real life...him askin to cancel exit stamp is unheard of..thats not how immigration works...

[@striker44]

@@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498 true but asking for a fee when he showed no such fee requirement is also fuzzy for an immigration officer to insist on. BTW, I do not know much Hindi to follow everything that went on or explained.

[@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498]

@@striker44 fee is required,only for gcc its not..so he was required to pay..and its just freakin 5 rials,not worth the risk..this guy is a cheapskate..frugal doesnot mean cheap..I have backpacked too but always supported local economy that too without a youtube income..this guy is makin a shitload of money from youtube..thats the least he can do..also 5 rials is not 2000 rs its 970 rs..so he is exaggerating...anyways cheers bro..tc

[@SuperOlives]

Dear Varun, There is an Arab/African saying which goes like this.... 'The heaviest luggage a traveller carries is an empty wallet'. Agree bhai that you are a budget traveller.. but in this Oman adventure..you are like pushing it too much.. being hard on yourself and face difficulties in unfamiliar regions. Thank God for the good souls in Oman who came to your rescue.....and that sweet sardar brother .. who travels all the way from Dubai to pick you from border... I wish you well, stay safe, recover soon and take some time off in Covid19 times.. travel indeed is a hassle in pandemic.

[@Clklom]

wow. what a man.....this Omani man is wonderful. Oman and India friendship forever.

[@akelaaussie]

Very nice video, amazing content! 💖😍🌹 God bless u and your family… 🌹Thank you for making us happy and smiling. Keep rising and shining... 🌹🌹Sending lots of love💕from Sydney, Australia.

[@shreeramakrishnaniyer9926]

Hi Varun, I understand the rules you said were listed clearly on reliable websites. You need to understand that this never ending pandemic has been relentles hence rules are fluid now, not only in middle east but across the globe. An additional PCR test before crossing immigration could have saved a lot of trouble to yourself and two of your friends; and also you could have avoided the embarrassment too. Being a budget Traveller is not an excuse you could always use to get away with. Moreover, it was your neccesity to again cross the border, back to Oman. 5 Omani is close to INR 990. I am surprised you chose to stick to the book, and hesitated to pay 990/- and chose booking a hotel for 50 Omani, which led to the embarrassment and the trouble for two of your friends. The fact that you booked a hotel for 50 Omani while being hesitant to pay 5 Omani visa fees irked the Immigration officer.

[@freya9751]

I guess 5 rial is the bribe Omani officer was asking for and varun didn't want to give bribe

[@shreeramakrishnaniyer9926]

@@freya9751 no ma'am. It was not bribe, it is a paid visa fee.

[@SuperOlives]

Very well analysed..could have saved a lot of trouble paying 5 OMR..

[@siyakumar3238]

Complete agree this free loader cheapskate Varun has no brain

[@piyushsharma7126]

Why to pay he has us visa,Canada visa and all of the above behavior is the thing why varun stick to not about 5 rial so understand the people are good but the officer is not

[@Sassoonssamson]

If the Indian consulate is not strong enough in the foreign country then you should not mess with police or custom officials. If someone traps you in any false case abroad it will take you months or years to get out.

[@kshitiznavediya9470]

Even its strong Don't mess with them How can a normal person know that opposite side hates or loves u .

[@HONEY9080]

@@chetans8460 I SPENT 2 DAYS IN AN OMANI PRISON for nothing. It took the indian embassy 2 days just to know i was arrested for no reason. i had a fight with a cab driver. he said 4 rials and later on said 4 rials per seat and was charging 16 rials for 5km distance.

[@anikasharma1189]

Oman and india have rkeally special trade routes for many years ...

[@WholesaleZone]

19:05 Wow 👍 He is a Great Human Being Excellent to see there are good human beings

[@brandingurus]

Varun brother, this is one of the best video. Rona aa gaya thaa dekh k aapko and situation ko. Last mae jo uncle nae apka sath diaa and 500 years kaa dosti kaahan, that brought smile to my face. Dubai ko Indian's ke logo ke liaa visa free kar denaa cahiye LOL...Great video brother