Oman has simplified business registration enabling entrepreneurs to start their e-commerce businesses by using the national “Maroof Oman” online platform. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) requires all online sellers to obtain official e-commerce licences and verify their stores.
Oman Business Registration For E-Commerce Available Entirely Online
The initiative, highlighted in an awareness campaign, aims to help genuine businesses stand out from fake accounts on social media. Importantly, it aims to ensure that all online sellers operate within a legal framework. The Ministry expects strengthened trust between businesses and consumers, enhanced market transparency and increased confidence in Oman’s growing digital economy. Accordingly, sellers can now obtain their e-commerce licence entirely online through the Oman Business Platform. Applicants simply log in and add the activity they wish to practice as e-commerce. Then they fill in the required details and submit their licence application, once approved the licence is issued automatically.
Officials explained that verification on the Maroof Oman website provides credibility and assurance to buyers. Licensed and verified businesses are recognised as legitimate and compliant with Oman’s e-commerce regulations. Recent government data shows a steady rise in digital entrepreneurship, driven by the expansion of payment gateways and logistics networks. Further factors include increased consumer demand, especially in the online shopping market.
Oman Has Adopted Entrepreneurship As Way To Grow Economy
In associated news, Oman has adopted entrepreneurship as one of the most innovative means to grow the economy. Accordingly, the country offers high potential for startups due to government initiatives on entrepreneurship, demographics and accessibility to technology. Government institutions including the Public Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Riyada) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Fund (SMEF) provide financing. Furthermore, they also offer mentorship, training and entrepreneurship aid. In addition, Oman business registration process has been simplified to support new business formation through initiatives like Invest Easy. This entrepreneurial wave is led by Omani youth, as nearly half the population is under 25.
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