Country guide
Oman
A civil-law system based on Royal Decrees, with Sharia applied to personal-status matters.
General information — last reviewed 20 October 2026 — to be reviewed by a licensed lawyer. Not legal advice.
Courts
- Primary Courts, Courts of Appeal and the Supreme Court
- Administrative Court
How matters are filed
- Labour complaints go to the Ministry of Labour first.
- Claims are filed at the primary courts in Arabic.
Practice areas
Labour & Employment
Labour Law, Royal Decree No. 53/2023
Replaced the previous labour law; covers contracts, wages, leave, Omanisation and end-of-service.
Tenancy & Real Estate
Leases are registered with the municipality; disputes go to rent committees or the courts.
Family & Personal Status
Personal-status matters are governed by Oman’s personal-status law and heard by the courts.
Corporate & Commercial
Companies are registered with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion under the commercial companies law.
Immigration & Golden Visa
Residence is handled by the Royal Oman Police (Directorate of Passports & Residence).
Criminal Defence
Offences are investigated by the Public Prosecution and tried under the penal code.
Debt, Banking & Insolvency
Debts are recovered through claims and execution proceedings.
FAQs
Is the 2003 labour law still in force?
No. It was replaced by the Labour Law issued by Royal Decree No. 53/2023.
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