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Oman extends suspension on environmental permits for waste export  

The Environment Authority (EA) has announced the extension of the suspension on issuing environmental permits for the export of certain types of waste, effective from 1 January 2026 until further notice.

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Sunday, January 25, 2026

MUSCAT – According to the Authority, the suspension applies to the export of used cooking oils, used oils of all kinds, used tyres, used batteries, iron scrap, copper scrap, aluminium scrap, and plastic waste.

“This suspension is effective from 1 January 2026 until further notice, as part of the regulatory measures adopted by the Authority to enhance the circular economy, improve resource-use efficiency, and support national industries,” the EA stated.

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