Oman has introduced a significant new labor law, Ministerial Order 574/2025, specifically designed to regulate the employment of domestic workers and ensure their protection. The law establishes a clear framework of rights for workers and outlines the mandatory conditions employers must follow to provide a safe and respectful working environment. This move is part of the government's effort to formalize and improve the working conditions within the domestic sector.
The regulations specify several key provisions to safeguard workers' welfare. It is now illegal to employ anyone under the age of 21 as a domestic worker, and employers are prohibited from withholding workers' passports or personal documents unless explicitly requested in writing by the employee. The law also bans hiring through coercion, mandates the provision of free health insurance, and requires employers to offer suitable accommodation with air conditioning, ventilation, and secure sleeping facilities.
Furthermore, the law addresses fair treatment and operational integrity. Employers must provide free transportation if the worker does not live on-site and cannot charge fees for hiring or transferring a worker's services. The regulations also forbid any discriminatory advertisements and prohibit assigning tasks that threaten a worker's health or safety. Employers are responsible for maintaining proper employment records and ensuring that licensed workers do not work for other employers.
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