One of Oman's richest construction companies leaves its workers in dire straits
April 27, 2019
Over 600 migrant workers stranded in derelict camps are fighting for months of owed wages.
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Oman to move ahead with mandatory health insurance for workers
August 5, 2018
It was his first visit to a Gulf country, and one made with the great hope that he could earn a little bit and provide a better living for his family.
New release: Stories of Origin E-book and Paperback
July 16, 2018
Stories of Origin: The Invisible Lives of Migrants in the Gulf is now available as a book. All proceeds will go to the MRRORS.org platform and its advocacy efforts.
Migration in the Gulf: 2016 in Review
January 9, 2017
Abused and broken, Ugandan 'housemaid' recounts horrors of working in Oman
September 8, 2016
A Ugandan maid shares her story of survival in Oman.
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May 22, 2025
Oman Announces Amnesty Period for Migrants Until End of July
Oman recently announced an amnesty period that allows migrant workers with irregular status to transfer employment without paying fines. Migrants on non-work-related permits are permitted to leave the country permanently without incurring penalties. The amnesty period is set to end on July 31.
October 25, 2024
Oman Requires Employers with 50+ Workers to Establish a Grievance System for Workers
Oman’s Ministry of Labour has issued a new Ministerial Decision requiring companies with 50 or more workers to set up a formal grievance process to address worker concerns.
August 23, 2024
Oman Temporarily Halts Migrant Worker Permits in Select Professions for Six Months
Effective September 1, 2024, Oman will temporarily suspend the issuance of work permits for migrant workers in specific professions, primarily in the construction and service sectors, for six months.
August 20, 2024
Oman Eases Penalties on Businesses for Labour Law Violations
Oman’s Ministry of Labour recently issued two resolutions enabling employers to pay reduced fines to avoid legal action, and authorising regulators to prohibit employers from issuing or renewing work permits for migrant workers.
July 11, 2023
Oman implements a new Wage Protection System directive for private sector workers
Oman’s Ministry of Labour recently issued a new Wage Protection System (WPS) directive for private sector workers. All private sector workers must be registered under the WPS by the 9th of March 2024.