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The Maritime Affairs sector in the Sultanate of Oman oversees the regulation and development of maritime activities and ports. It is responsible for ensuring maritime safety, vessel registration, and the implementation of relevant international conventions. The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology works to enhance port infrastructure, develop national maritime expertise, and promote investment in marine logistics in alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and the country's ambition to become a regional logistics hub.
Vision: To enhance Oman’s position in the maritime sector at both the regional and international levels.
Mission: To provide high-quality maritime services and sustainable development of the maritime sector in line with international standards and practices.
- Develop and regulate the maritime sector in line with global best practices.
- Enhance maritime safety and protect the marine environment.
- Improve the efficiency of maritime transport and ports.
- Build national capabilities in the maritime sector.
- Strengthen regional and international cooperation in maritime affairs.
News
Oman signs strategic MoU with private consortium to explore e-Methanol project at Dhofar Governorate Port
Date Published:06 November 2025
MTCIT Settles Over OMR 1.2 Billion in Private-Sector Dues by End of August
Date Published:16 October 2025
The Minister of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology Meets His Counterparts from Bahrain, Iraq, and Algeria
Date Published:01 September 2025
Events
13th MTCIT Media Press Conference
Event Date:12 January 2026
Time:10:00 AM
Summary:press conference
MTCIT Celebrates International Day of the Seafarer
Event Date:02 July 2025
Time:10:00
Summary:Celebration
MTCIT 2025 Strategic Execution Plan
Event Date:23 January 2025
Time:8:00
Summary:Press Conference
Regulations
Ministerial Decision No. 2024/423 Issuing the Ship and Port Security Regulation
Date Issued:26 November 2024
Ministerial Decision No. 125/2022 Issuing the Regulatory Bylaw for the Establishment, Management, and Operation of Marine Piers Outside Ports
Date Issued:09 August 2022
Ministerial Decision No. 101/2018 on Issuing the Regulation for the Practice of Inspection and Examination of Maritime Units Not Covered by International Maritime Treaties
Date Issued:26 July 2018
Services
Issuance of a duplicate damaged maritime competency certificate
Target Audience:Individuals/Business sector/Government
Issuance of a Ship Registration Suspension Certificate
Target Audience:Individuals/Business Sector/Government
Common FAQ
Read More- Issuance of maritime certificates and documents
- Registration and renewal of marine units
- Seafarers’ affairs services
- Access to examination results and schedules
- Issuance of navigation permits for foreign vessels to operate in Omani territorial waters
- Completion of general education
- Meeting the minimum age requirement
- Proof of the required level of medical fitness (by passing the medical fitness examination)
- Successful completion of accredited training and assessment programs
- Completion of the required sea service for each certificate
- Completion of all additional training courses
- Successfully passing the oral, written, or practical examinations of the Directorate General of Maritime Affairs
Maritime Transport -Maritime Shipping Notices
call: +968 9885 6895
email: MTC@mtcit.gov.om
Navigational Permits and Maritime Incident Reports – Navigation and Maritime Safety
call: +968 7211 1134
email: msr@mtcit.gov.omContact Maritime
MTC@mtcit.gov.om
