MUSCAT, SEPT 28
The Supreme Judicial Council has decided to establish primary and appellate chambers of the Investment and Commercial Court across various governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, specifying their locations and jurisdictions. This decision is based on Royal Decree No 35/2025, which established the Investment and Commercial Court and issued its governing law.
According to the decision, four appellate chambers will be established outside the Muscat Governorate, located in the governorates of Dhofar, Al Dakhiliyah, Al Batinah North and Al Sharqiyah North. Each chamber will handle cases within its designated geographical jurisdiction.
The decision also includes the creation of ten primary chambers in the governorates of Dhofar, Musandam, Al Buraimi, Al Dakhiliyah, Al Batinah North and South, Al Sharqiyah North and South, Al Dhahirah and Al Wusta, ensuring coverage across all wilayats of the Sultanate of Oman. This move aims to enhance ease of litigation and ensure speedy resolution of investment- and commerce-related cases.
It is worth noting that the decision will come into effect on October 1, 2025. This step reflects the Supreme Judicial Council’s commitment to developing the judicial system and providing a legal environment conducive to investment, thereby supporting economic growth and facilitating business operations. — ONA
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