In a historic move, Oman has become the first GCC country to introduce a Personal Income Tax (PIT) regime, marking a significant shift in the region’s fiscal policy.
📅 Effective Date: 1 January 2028
📜 Officially Published: Royal Decree No. 56/2025, issued on 22 June 2025
⚖️ Key Highlights:
✅ Applicable to residents (Omani citizens & expats) spending 183+ days in Oman (taxed on worldwide income)
✅ 5% tax rate on annual income above OMR 42,000 (≈ USD 109,000)
✅ Deductible expenses include:
Housing loan interest
Education and health insurance
Charitable donations, zakat, and endowments
Freelance-related expenses
Rental income costs
✅ Exemptions for:
Foreign income (for two years)
Sale of residential property
Inherited income and gifts
🧭 As Oman advances toward its Vision 2040 goals, this tax signals a broader transition toward diversified, sustainable fiscal policy in the Gulf.
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