However no official announcement has been made by the Manpower Ministry and the increased scrutiny does not extend to visa and renewal applications by existing residents who work as house maids. However it is understood these applications are being considered on a case-by-case basis.

What This Means for Employers

Clients intending to send female employees to Oman for long-term engagements, or short-term engagements which require an employee to obtain a work or residence permit, should take note of this development and take precautionary measures to avoid potential setbacks.