Numo Program

•  Accelerate the growth of technology startups and enhance their technical and commercial readiness.
• Enable startups to develop scalable innovative solutions using cloud computing technologies.
• Promote the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies in developing products and services.
• Support startups in accessing regional and global markets through advanced digital platforms.
• Enhance the competitiveness of Omani startups within the digital economy.

• Cloud credits on the Microsoft Azure platform of up to USD 150,000.
• Access to advanced AI models through Azure.
• Technical support and mentorship from Microsoft experts.
• Opportunity to publish technology products through the Microsoft Marketplace.

•  The company must be registered under the “Nomou” Program.
• The applicant must be an Omani company commercially registered and operating in the ICT sector.
• The company must have an existing or in-development technology product.
• The company must not have previously utilised Azure free credits beyond the specified limit.
• The company must not be a government entity, educational institution, personal blog, or non-technology activity.

1.  Triple the national workforce, directly and indirectly, by at least threefold compared to the 2025 baseline over five years through enabling five high-growth companies.
2. Strengthen digital exports by enabling each company to enter at least three markets outside the GCC and increase export revenues.
3. Empower local businesses to succeed in regional and international markets while strengthening Oman’s global economic footprint.
4. Build globally competitive startups that contribute to GDP growth, economic diversification, increased adoption of Omani digital products and services, and enhanced digital sovereignty.
5. Encourage innovation and expansion in ICT, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, fintech, green technologies, cybersecurity, space technologies, and deep-tech sectors.

​Selection Criteria

The selection process is based on defined criteria to ensure fairness, scalability potential, and alignment with financing and wage-support requirements. Key criteria include:

1. Legal Establishment: The company must be legally registered in the Sultanate of Oman for at least three years, operate within the technology sector, maintain tax records for the past two years, and have at least 51% Omani ownership by the ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs).
2. Operational Experience: The company must have a minimum of three years of operational experience.
3. Company Growth: The company must have achieved a compound revenue growth rate of at least 15% over the past two years and secured external or self-funded investment equivalent to at least 10% of its registered capital.
4. Omanisation: The company must maintain an Omanisation rate of no less than 50% among full-time employees at the time of application, employ at least 15 Omani nationals, and ensure that at least 50% of executive senior management positions are held by Omanis on a full-time basis.
5. Clear Development Plan: The company must present a detailed business plan and roadmap targeting international expansion, workforce growth, entry into foreign markets, and increased market valuation over a five-year period.
6. Technological Innovation: The company must own and develop a proprietary technology product or service.
7. ICT-Focused Core Business: The company’s core activities must fall within digital economy sectors such as ICT, AI, fintech, green technologies, cybersecurity, space technologies, or deep technologies.

Benefits for Selected Companies

The top five companies that achieve the highest evaluation scores will be selected to receive a range of support mechanisms in collaboration with initiative partners. Key support tools include:

1. Wage support for up to 40 Omani employees per company, in addition to the company’s existing workforce.
2. Access to liquidity and financing support of up to OMR 1 million per company.
3. Establishment and activation of a pre-qualified technology companies' category, whereby tenders valued between OMR 250,000 and OMR 500,000 will be allocated as limited tenders among pre-qualified technology companies for government projects based on designated specialisations.
4. Pre-qualified technology companies will receive a 10% financial preference in tenders valued below OMR 250,000.
5. Pre-qualified technology companies participating in the initiative will receive an exclusive 20% financial preference in tenders exceeding OMR 500,000.

Note:

Priority in addressing technical challenges for companies under the Oman Investment Authority portfolio will be granted to participating companies.

Selection Criteria

The selection process is based on defined criteria to ensure fairness, scalability potential, and alignment with financing and wage-support requirements. Key criteria include:

1. Legal Establishment: The company must be legally registered in the Sultanate of Oman for at least three years, operate within the technology sector, maintain tax records for the past two years, and have at least 51% Omani ownership by the ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs).
2. Operational Experience: The company must have a minimum of three years of operational experience.
3. Company Growth: The company must have achieved a compound revenue growth rate of at least 15% over the past two years and secured external or self-funded investment equivalent to at least 10% of its registered capital.
4. Omanisation: The company must maintain an Omanisation rate of no less than 50% among full-time employees at the time of application, employ at least 15 Omani nationals, and ensure that at least 50% of executive senior management positions are held by Omanis on a full-time basis.
5. Clear Development Plan: The company must present a detailed business plan and roadmap targeting international expansion, workforce growth, entry into foreign markets, and increased market valuation over a five-year period.
6. Technological Innovation: The company must own and develop a proprietary technology product or service.
7. ICT-Focused Core Business: The company’s core activities must fall within digital economy sectors such as ICT, AI, fintech, green technologies, cybersecurity, space technologies, or deep technologies.

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Benefits for Selected Companies

The top five companies that achieve the highest evaluation scores will be selected to receive a range of support mechanisms in collaboration with initiative partners. Key support tools include:

1. Wage support for up to 40 Omani employees per company, in addition to the company’s existing workforce.
2. Access to liquidity and financing support of up to OMR 1 million per company.
3. Establishment and activation of a pre-qualified technology companies' category, whereby tenders valued between OMR 250,000 and OMR 500,000 will be allocated as limited tenders among pre-qualified technology companies for government projects based on designated specialisations.
4. Pre-qualified technology companies will receive a 10% financial preference in tenders valued below OMR 250,000.
5. Pre-qualified technology companies participating in the initiative will receive an exclusive 20% financial preference in tenders exceeding OMR 500,000.

Note:

Priority in addressing technical challenges for companies under the Oman Investment Authority portfolio will be granted to participating companies.

 To register for the initiative, please click the link below and complete the required information.

Registration Link:   www.sas.om/numo