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Document overview
Governs mineral exploration and exploitation, licences and concessions, quarry and mining areas, payments, reporting, resource protection and site rehabilitation.
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Scope and exclusions
Applies to
Applies to exploration, extraction, handling and control of mineral resources within the statutory Omani perimeter.
Limitations and exclusions
Land rights or a commercial licence do not replace a mining licence or concession; environmental, water, explosives, labour, customs and tax rules apply separately.
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Official source
Royal Decree 19/2019 · amended by Royal Decree 69/2026 · Oman Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
September 13, 2026
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