Country Overview
With a population of over 5.67 million and a GDP of around USD 117.8 billion (2026 est.), Oman is steadily positioning itself as one of the Gulf’s rising centers for innovation, trade, and IP developmnt.
Backed by the country’s forward-looking Vision 2040, Oman is investing heavily in diversification, sustainable technologies, and the knowledge economy. The plan envisions a more competitive private sector, a vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem, and a world-class regulatory framework, all supported by strong intellectual property protection.
Recent IP developments also include Oman’s accession to the Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement (June 2021), enhancing Geographical Indication (GI) protection. This is an important step in safeguarding Omani traditional products such as dates and frankincense on the global stage.
UTMPS Presence in Oman
Since 2009, our office in Muscat has been supporting national and international clients in protecting their IP in Oman and across the GCC.
Our experienced, multilingual team (Arabic, English, Urdu, French) works seamlessly with the Omani IP authorities to ensure efficient, precise filing and enforcement.
We have successfully filed and prosecuted thousands of trademarks and patents for clients across diverse industries, from FMCG and luxury goods to energy, pharmaceuticals, and technology.
Key IP Services in Oman
We provide end-to-end intellectual property services, including:
- Trademark, Patent, Industrial Design and Copyrights registrations.
- Renewals and portfolio management.
- Oppositions and Cancellation Actions.
- Enforcement and Anti-Counterfeiting Actions.
- Litigation Support and Dispute Resolution.
Our practice is further distinguished by:
- Deep local expertise and strong, long-standing relationships with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) and Oman Customs.
- A Proven track record in successful Customs Recordal and enforcement actions.
Oman IP System Overview
- Oman is aligned with major international IP frameworks, including TRIPS/WTO, Paris, Berne, PCT, Hague, the Madrid Protocol and the Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement for AOs/GIs).
- IP rights are registered through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP).
- All filings are made in Arabic. Arabic is mandatory for all court proceedings and official documents.
This section provides a high-level overview of jurisdiction-specific IP protection requirements and is not intended to be comprehensive. For advice on your specific matter, please contact our IP experts.
- Classification: Single-class system (Nice 12th edition)
- Protection Term: 10 years from filing; renewable
- Madrid Protocol: Yes
- Opposition Period: 60 days from publication
- Language Requirement: All documents and evidence must be filed in Arabic.
- Protection Term: 20 years from filing
- Paris Priority: 12 months
- PCT: 30 months for national phase entry
- Maintenance: Annual annuities due on filing anniversary
- Required Documents:
- Power of Attorney
- Recordal of Assignment
- Incorporation Certificate
- Priority documents (if any)
- Full specification, Claims, Drawings and Abstract in Arabic and English
- Protection Term: 5 years, renewable twice (maximum 15 years)
- Hague Member: Yes
- Timeline: Registration can be completed within 1 month
- Maintenance: No annuities. Only renewal filings required.
- Member of the Berne Convention:
- Registration: Available but not mandatory
- Online registration through the Ministry platform
- Required Documents:
- Power of Attorney
- Applicant and author details
- Copy of ID
- Work details
Muscat
Suite No. 702, 7th Floor, Oman Commercial Centre, Ruwi,
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Enforcement and Customs Registration
- Oman Customs is responsible for implementing border control measures to prevent the importation of counterfeit goods and infringing products. Customs officials have the authority to inspect shipments, detain goods suspected of infringing trademarks and collaborate with trademark owners and other enforcement agencies to combat intellectual property violations at the border;
- Market raids are conducts in cooperation with the MoCIIP, Royal Oman Police (ROP) and Consumer Protection Authority (CPA), especially targeting counterfeit goods
Selected Experience in Oman
- Our Oman team routinely supports international and regional rights-holders across filing and portfolio management, including:
- Coordinating trademark prosecution and renewals for a global luxury automotive brand and related brand assets.
- Managing Oman filings and recordals for a multinational telecoms group across multiple trademark classes.
- Supporting trademark portfolio maintenance for global consumer, beauty, and personal-care brands, including renewals and ownership updates.
- Assisting hospitality and retail groups with ongoing trademark protection and enforcement-ready portfolio housekeeping
Global Reach
With a presence across 20+ jurisdictions spanning the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, UTMPS delivers comprehensive IP solutions tailored to local requirements.
Outside our footprint, we coordinate matters through a carefully vetted network of trusted IP associates worldwide.
