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Oman approves 73 new professional titles for tourism sector

In a move aimed at regulating and developing Oman’s tourism workforce, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, in coordination with the Ministry of Labour, has announced the approval of 73 new professional titles for the hospitality and tourism sector.

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Monday, July 14, 2025

MUSCAT : The newly approved titles cover a wide range of activities within the sector, including hotels and resorts, hotel apartments, chalets, rest houses, guest houses, heritage lodges, green lodges, and tourist camps.

These titles have been officially incorporated into the Gulf Guide for Professional Classification and Description, which serves as a unified reference for job titles and roles across Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

In a statement, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism urged all companies and institutions operating within the heritage and tourism sectors to take the necessary steps to update the professional status of their employees. This update should align with their actual tasks and leverage the newly approved professional titles, in accordance with the policies and controls stipulated by the Ministry of Labour’s system.

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