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Oman Mandates Hiring Omani Employees Starting March 2024

2/28/2025

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Starting March 2024, Oman requires companies to hire at least one Omani employee within their first year.
Firms failing to comply will have their commercial registrations suspended until they fulfill this obligation.
The Ministry of Labour enforces registration under the Wage Protection System, imposing fines on violators.
An Omani bank account is necessary for companies to register under the Wage Protection System.

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Story summary

Starting March 2024, Oman requires companies to hire at least one Omani employee within their first year.
Firms failing to comply will have their commercial registrations suspended until they fulfill this obligation.
The Ministry of Labour enforces registration under the Wage Protection System, imposing fines on violators.
An Omani bank account is necessary for companies to register under the Wage Protection System.