The new law provides clarity on aspects of working in Oman, including leave allowances, payment and contracted hours.
The Labour Law Decree was issued by Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik and is formulated in line with the fundamentals of Oman Vision 2040 and specifically addresses the labour market.
Notable provisions include 98-day Maternity leave for women and 15-day paternity leave for rathers.
The law also allows bosses to set productivity targets and fire workers if they meet the required level.
The law stipulates non-Omani employees can have a contract terminated if they are replaced by an Omani worker.
The Labour Law seeks to furnish an environment that positively responds to changes through legislation that is flexible, resilient, efficient, and adept at addressing current and future challenges.
The law places national capabilities at the forefront of its priorities, preparing them to take centre stage within a framework that ensures rights and duties, thereby enhancing the institutional performance of the private sector and effectively shaping administrative practices.
The Labour Law reaffirms that employment is an intrinsic right for Omanis, stipulating that no others are allowed to work within the Sultanate of Oman except in accordance with conditions and statuses defined by the law and decisions enacted thereof.
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