- Risk key
- Low
- MODERATELY LOW
- MODERATE
- MODERATELY HIGH
- HIGH
Oman Corruption Report
Snapshot
Corruption is generally not an obstacle for businesses in Oman. Nonetheless, risks are higher when dealing with the elite as nepotism is widespread in the higher echelons of the government. The intertwined business interests of the political elite have resulted in perceived widespread political corruption. Businesses face a high corruption risk when operating in the public procurement sector. However, petty corruption does not constitute a barrier for business, and the practice of bribery is not common in Oman. Efforts to curb corruption among government officials have led to the prosecution of several high-ranking officials for crimes of corruption and abuse of office in recent years. The Omani Penal Code and the Law for the Protection of Public Funds and Avoidance of Conflicts of Interest constitute the legal framework to tackle corruption, and the government generally implements these laws effectively. Gifts that are intended to influence the acts of public officials are criminalized in Oman.