This Royal Decree is composed of 4 articles and an attached memorandum. Public utility projects are to recognize oil and gas pipeline projects defined in the attached memorandum and maps, as well as the associated machinery, equipment and joints used in the transport of oil and gas along the…

This Decree amends the Expropriation Act for Public Interest issued by Royal Decree No. 64/78. These amendments, stated in an annexed paper, relate to articles 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 and 12.The amendments concern mainly the competent authorities of reference. The Ministry of Land Affairs and…

This Decree issues the Law on Expropriation of Ownership for Public Interest.The Decree is divided in three Chapters: Expropriation of property (I); Temporary seizure of real property (II); General provisions (III).Chapter I sets out rules and procedures for the expropriation of ownership by the…

This Decree issues the Law on Conservation of the Environment and Prevention of Pollution and specifies the responsibilities of the Minister of Regional Municipalities, Environment and Water Resources.The Law is composed of 3 Chapters divided into 43 articles: Definitions and general provisions…

This Decree consisting of 31 articles divided in V Sections aims at regulating land ownership in Oman and guarantying lands rights to the Omani population. It states that all land in the country is the property of the State, unless specified otherwise. The Law permits Omani nationals to enjoy…