The penalty for a son capable of providing support if he abandons either of his parents who are unable to earn a living, under the Omani Penal Code First: What are the general components of maintenance (alimony): According to Islamic law and the law, maintenance includes food, clothing, housing, medical care, and all essentials required...

The Importance of Legal Consultation in Contemporary Life: Between Prevention and Legal Resolution of Disputes Preamble In today’s rapidly evolving world, individual and institutional decisions alike carry direct legal consequences—whether in business, social relations, or even daily digital interactions. Law is no longer a set of rigid texts invoked only when a dispute arises; it...

Third-party Ownership Claim to Demand Ownership of a Seized Property in Execution 1. Definition of Third-Party Ownership Claim A Third-Party Ownership claim is a lawsuit filed by a third party before the court to claim ownership of a property that has been seized, seeking the annulment of the execution procedures concerning the sale of that...

Oman Personal Income Tax Law 2025 A New Chapter in Oman’s Fiscal Landscape: Understanding the Personal Income Tax Law 2025 Oman has taken a historic step in reshaping its fiscal and economic framework. With the issuance of Royal Decree No. 56/2025, the Sultanate introduced for the first time its Personal Income Tax Law, set to...

Compensation claim in Oman The Omani legislator has aligned with what is stated in the noble Islamic Sharia regarding compensation. Judicial claims for compensation have been defined as a means to demand protection of a right or legal position that has been violated. A claim for compensation has three main elements: The element of fault....

Intellectual Property… the real secret behind your success in the world of technology! In a world that changes every second, wealth is no longer measured by the number of factories or land you own, but by your ability to create ideas, protect your creativity, and turn it into profit-generating achievements. Today, we live in the...

Cybersecurity and Data Protection in Oman: The Legal Imperatives of a Digital Future Oman’s accelerating digital transformation driven by cloud computing, fintech, and e-government has elevated cybersecurity and data governance to national priorities. The country’s regulatory structure now demands that organizations treat data protection as a core legal duty, not a technical afterthought. At Al...

Navigating Merger Control in Oman: Al Alawi & Co.’s Insight on Competition Law Compliance Oman’s corporate and regulatory landscape continues to evolve in line with international best practices, particularly in the field of competition and merger control law. As the Sultanate’s economy grows more diverse and interconnected, ensuring compliance with the Competition Protection and Monopoly...

Insolvency in Oman Insolvency and Its Related Legal Procedures in Omani Civil Law 1. Preamble: Financial transactions are among the basic pillars of life in various fields. With contemporary economic developments and global market instability, a large segment of society has been affected, leading to the insolvency of many debtors who are unable to fulfill...

Omani Nationality Law 2025 Rules for Granting Omani Nationality, Its Loss, Revocation, and Restoration The Royal Decree No. 17/2025 has been issued to enact the Omani Nationality Law, which regulates the rules for granting nationality, its revocation, lapse, and restoration. This study will address these matters. The Omani Nationality Law defines a person as an...