Oman enacts organ transplant law to protect donors
Published: 04:04 PM,Apr 26,2025 | EDITED : 08:04 PM,Apr 26,2025
The new law ensures that the system operates with transparency and respect for human dignity
MUSCAT: In a landmark move to enhance the healthcare framework in the Sultanate of Oman, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced the issuance of a new Royal Decree regulating the transfer and transplantation of human organs and tissues.
The new legislation forms a vital part of the country’s evolving health laws and addresses the growing need for advanced organ transplant procedures.
Dr Hilal bin Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, said that the law underpins the National Organ Transplant Programme and provides a clear legal structure for organ donation — whether from living donors or posthumous contributions. The decree guarantees the rights and safety of donors and recipients, regulates the responsibilities of healthcare institutions and outlines medical procedures and ethical standards in accordance with international best practices.
“The organ transplant law reflects Oman’s progressive approach to public health and meets an urgent need in addressing cases of terminal organ failure,” Dr Al Sabti said. “It ensures that the system operates with transparency, respect for human dignity and medical integrity.”
The minister also stressed the importance of comprehensive legislation such as the Public Health Law, which serves as a reference framework for all aspects of healthcare. The new organ transplant law aligns with Oman Vision 2040, which emphasises quality healthcare and well-being as a national priority.
Dr Al Sabti praised His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik for his unwavering support of the health sector and his vision to provide integrated and advanced healthcare services across the Sultanate of Oman.
The new law marks a significant step towards ensuring ethical medical practices, expanding access to life-saving procedures and reinforcing public confidence in Oman’s healthcare system. — ONA
The new legislation forms a vital part of the country’s evolving health laws and addresses the growing need for advanced organ transplant procedures.
Dr Hilal bin Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, said that the law underpins the National Organ Transplant Programme and provides a clear legal structure for organ donation — whether from living donors or posthumous contributions. The decree guarantees the rights and safety of donors and recipients, regulates the responsibilities of healthcare institutions and outlines medical procedures and ethical standards in accordance with international best practices.
“The organ transplant law reflects Oman’s progressive approach to public health and meets an urgent need in addressing cases of terminal organ failure,” Dr Al Sabti said. “It ensures that the system operates with transparency, respect for human dignity and medical integrity.”
The minister also stressed the importance of comprehensive legislation such as the Public Health Law, which serves as a reference framework for all aspects of healthcare. The new organ transplant law aligns with Oman Vision 2040, which emphasises quality healthcare and well-being as a national priority.
Dr Al Sabti praised His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik for his unwavering support of the health sector and his vision to provide integrated and advanced healthcare services across the Sultanate of Oman.
The new law marks a significant step towards ensuring ethical medical practices, expanding access to life-saving procedures and reinforcing public confidence in Oman’s healthcare system. — ONA