Oman’s Minister of Finance has disclosed plans to implement an income tax targeting individuals with an annual earnings threshold set at RO30,000, or a monthly income of RO2,500. This tax will be enacted only when circumstances permit its introduction.
Importantly, while the recent increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT) will affect the entire citizenry, the income tax policy is projected to influence merely about 1% of the nation’s population. In 2024, Oman successfully generated approximately RO1.4 billion through a range of taxation strategies, which included corporate tax, selective taxes, and value-added tax, adding a significant boost to the country’s fiscal revenue.
This diversified tax approach reflects Oman’s ongoing efforts to enhance its economic resilience and funding capabilities.
