Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Oman, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Bank Accounts
There is a good range of international banks in Oman, all of which offer standard facilities such as current, deposit and savings accounts, ATM facilities, chequebooks, credit cards and... read more
Financial Planning
The big advantage of working for a few years on an expat package is the opportunity to earn more money and be able to put a little something away for the future. Unfortunately, despite... read more
Taxation
Oman levies no personal taxes and withholds no income tax of any sort. However, the IMF is advising many Middle Eastern countries to introduce tax reforms to diversify their resources.... read more
Legal Issues
Oman is an Absolute Monarchy with a bicameral system. The Head of State and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces is His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said.
Laws in Oman are issued by Royal... read more
Crime
Crime levels are not openly reported in the media, so it is hard to evaluate the true safety situation. However, compared to many countries, Oman is considered to have a very low crime... read more
