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Reserved professions

Can we employ an expatriate in a reserved profession?

The situation

No. Employing a non-Omani in a reserved profession is punishable with fines of OMR 1,000 to 2,000 per worker and possible prison.

The law

  • Art. 29, 30 and 143, Labour Law RD 53/2023: Reserved professions for Omanis; employing a non-Omani in one: fine OMR 1,000 to 2,000 per worker and possible prison

What it means for you

Employing a non-Omani in a reserved profession can bring 10 days to one month in prison, a fine of OMR 1,000 to 2,000 per worker, or both. The employer may also be barred from recruiting non-Omanis for up to two years. Check the reserved list before every hire.

What to do

  1. Check the reserved list.
  2. Replace expatriates in reserved roles.
  3. Record the change.
  4. Recheck yearly.

We can do this for youOmanisation compliance under the 2023 Labour Law: OMR 250

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