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Oman’s Labour Ministry mandates compliance with WPS, sets timeline for wage transfers

The Ministry of Labour has issued a reminder to all private sector establishments to comply with the provisions of Ministerial Decision No. 729/2024, regarding the Wage Protection System (WPS).

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Tuesday, August 12, 2025

MUSCAT – The Ministry emphasised that the move is part of its ongoing efforts to regulate the labour market, ensure transparency in wage payments, and prevent violations that could lead to financial penalties.
In accordance with the decision, the Ministry outlined the following compliance deadlines:
“Transfer the wages of at least seventy-five per cent (75%) of the total number of workers in the establishment through the Wage Protection System, starting with the wages for September (payable in October 2025).
“Transfer the wages of at least ninety per cent (90%) of the total number of workers in the establishment through the Wage Protection System, starting with the wages for November (payable in December 2025).”

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