Oman is strategically located in the Middle East. The government is hoping to diversify its economy by further developing its natural gas resources, including LNG facilities, energy-based industries, and related businesses. The country also hopes to expand non-oil, non-energy-related industry including light manufacturing, agriculture and fisheries, and tourism. 80 percent of the country's food needs are import dependent.

To explore options, interested U.S. executives should contact the U.S. Commercial Service in Oman or contact 1-800-USA-TRADE [872-8723] or 202-482-0543.

Facts & Data

• Background Note, U.S. State Department
• Country Study, Library of Congress
• World Factbook, Central Intelligence Agency
• Oman Summary, International Monetary Fund

Overviews & Guides

• Country Commercial Guide
• National Trade Estimate, U.S. Trade Representative
• Annual Exporter's Guide, Department of Agriculture
• Energy Analysis Brief, Department of Energy
• Travel Advice for Middle East and North Africa
• Consular Information Sheet

Trade Policy & Agreements

• U.S.-Oman, Trade Facts
• Trade and Investment Framework Agreement

• WTO Accession Status
• Middle East Partnership Initiative
• Overview, Middle East Free Trade Area Initiative (MEFTA)
• Fact Sheet, MEFTA

Omani Government Entities

• Ministry of Information
• National Bank of Oman
• Ministry of Finance
• Ministry of Commerce and Industry
• Ministry of National Economy
• Ministry of Transport and Communications
• Ministry of Health
• Oman Telecommunications

Associations and Organizations

Based in Oman

• Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Omani Center for Investment Promotion and Export Development
• Central Bank of Oman

• National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations
• American Arab Chamber of Commerce
• National US-Arab Chamber of Commerce

Resources

• The U.S. Commercial Service in Oman
• Business Service Providers
• American Citizen Services
• Find your local Export Assistance Center