A New Era for Investment & Commerce Dispute Resolution in Oman
Oman Launches Court of Investment and Commerce: What This Means for IP & Business
Royal Decree No. 35/2025: New Specialized Court Boosts Oman’s Commercial Legal Landscape
In a landmark move to modernize its judicial infrastructure and improve the business environment, Oman has issued Royal Decree No. 35/2025, establishing the Court of Investment and Commerce. Headquartered in Muscat and operating under the Supreme Judicial Council, the new court will officially begin operations on October 1, 2025.
This strategic development supports the Sultanate’s ongoing efforts to attract investment by offering a dedicated forum for resolving commercial and investment-related disputes. The court aims to increase legal certainty, expedite judicial procedures, and strengthen confidence in Oman’s legal system.
Key areas under the court’s jurisdiction include:
- Disputes involving shareholders and company partners
- Commercial assets and foreign capital investments
- Maritime and banking operations
- Intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, trade secrets)
- Arbitration and bankruptcy matters
- Competition, anti-dumping, and anti-monopoly practices
- E-commerce transactions and PPP contracts
As a trusted legal and IP advisor in the region, Alyafi IP Group welcomes this development and its potential to improve business operations and intellectual property protection in Oman.
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