𝐀 𝐑𝐎 𝟓,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞. 𝐀 𝟒𝟓-𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭. 𝐎𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬.

Oman is tightening the rules for expatriate recruitment, introducing new requirements that could reshape how recruitment agencies operate across the Sultanate. Under Ministerial Decision No. 390/2026, the new framework, effective 1 January 2027, requires recruitment agencies to maintain a RO 5,000 financial guarantee, complete recruitment within 45 days, and provide a two-year recruitment service guarantee. The regulations also introduce standardised recruitment contracts, prohibit agencies from charging workers recruitment fees, and set licensing fees at RO 300 for a two-year licence. The move signals a stronger focus on accountability, transparency and responsible recruitment practices. Employers, HR professionals and recruitment agencies should begin reviewing their processes now to ensure they are prepared for the new requirements.