In the absence of paper, the shoulder bones of camels (slait) were employed traditionally as writing tablets in Quranic schools. The first photo shows an example I have scanned from the book The Craft Heritage of Oman; 2003; Neil Richardson & Marcia Dorr

The second photo shows a teacher writing on a camel bone (early-mid 70s circa). This photo I have scanned from the book Sultanate of Oman: A Heritage; Ann and Daryl Hill; 1978

Tanqeeb is a job aggregator: it collects listings from Naukri Gulf, Bayt, GulfTalent and other boards. I collected every Oman listing it showed for the last 90 days (Jul 22 to Oct 21, 2026), 3,526 of the 3,529 it reported, removed duplicates by listing ID, and looked at who posts them, where, and what they disclose.

1. Hotels: about 1 listing in 5

Hotels posted 694 listings (19.7%); Marriott's brands alone 576 (16.3%). Counting each repeated role once, hotels are 12.8% of distinct roles.

2. Tawteen: 256 listings

The Ministry of Labour's Tawteen platform posted 256 listings (7.3%), from accountants to lecturers. Another 57 listings say "Omani" in the title, mostly at Marriott hotels.

3. 273 "Oman" jobs are in France

Safran (220) and Chanel (52) look like top employers, but their listings are in French and are jobs in France, labelled "Muscat" by Bayt. That's 26% of everything Bayt shows for Oman.

4. Other things that stood out

• Engineering is the top category (18.3%, or 17.2% without the French jobs): Worley, OQ, Oman Refinery.
• The Oman Investment Authority posted 192 listings, many of them senior (CEO, COO, CCO).
• Only 4.7% show a salary. The 99 in rials have a median of OMR 500 a month, far too few to say much.
• Muscat is 97.4% of listings, and no LinkedIn listings at all.

Limits: listings on one aggregator, not all jobs in Oman or people hired. 17.7% look like repeats. A missing salary does not mean a job is unpaid. No personal data was collected.

Source: public listings on oman.tanqeeb.com.

For people job-hunting in Oman: has Tawteen changed how you find jobs? And do you ever see a salary in an ad?

hey everyone i have my driving test coming up any help will do pls let me know

Hey everyone,

We are planning to rooftop tent Oman in 2 weeks time coming from London and are just wondering how things are safety wise?

I've seen posts on here similar but my partner is more worried about if things escalate with Yemen and with American elections causing Trump to throw a fit.

Does my partner have anything to worry about?

Also bonus: if you have any recommendations for things other then obvious I would also appreciate that! ☺️

Hello, Bahraini guy here.
Just wanted to tell you guys I love you, pls come Bahrain more.

Thanks
-Big M 🍱 🗃️

PS your shawa is a blessing someone open restaurant here

Hi!! I have a lot of books that I don’t need anymore that I want to sell but I don’t know where in muscat I can sell them. They’re mostly fiction and YA but I also have workbooks and school related books that I want to get rid of.

Is there an online store where I could sell my books or a irl store i could go to?

Please let me know. Thank you!!

Hello 🙋‍♂️
Hi I’m coming to Oman for a month soon … and I’d love to meet some fellow golfers 🏌️‍♀️
I’ve rented a car , got my own clubs … so ready to play / practice : have a beer 🍺 or a coffee ☕️
Staying in Al Mouj … but have a car, so can travel 🚘

Please drop me a msg fellow golfers 🏌️‍♀️

A video circulating on social media has sparked mixed reactions in Oman after showing an interaction between a foreign national and an elderly Omani man at the entrance of Nizwa Souq. In the video, the elderly man appears upset after being pushed by the other man.

Some social media users are calling for the incident to be investigated, while others believe the situation may have been misunderstood or exaggerated.

Based on the footage, the man may have been trying to make space for a photographer during a photoshoot, and the contact may have been unintentional.

However, the full context and intentions of those involved remain unclear.

What’s your take on this situation? Should people wait for more context before judging what happened, or is it reasonable to expect greater care and respect when interacting with elderly people in public spaces?

Where can I get bean bag filling, not a bean bag, just the filling

Hello everyone. I graduated high school this year and I’m taking a gap year so I’ve been really bored. I’ve been wanting to get a job now for a while, as a way to make money but also to get some experience and just put myself out there.

I tried to search up jobs that will allow minors to work but I found nothing. I’ve seen a lot of people say that if you’re non omani it’s a lost cause you won’t be able to work until you’re 21.

Many said that tutoring is a good way to make money but I’m not sure how to even get started, how do i find students?? And are people even willing to pay a minor to tutor their kids?

If you know anything please help me. Thank you!!

Hello everyone. I graduated high school this year and I’m taking a gap year so I’ve been really bored. I’ve been wanting to get a job now for a while, as a way to make money but also to get some experience and just put myself out there.

I tried to search up jobs that will allow minors to work but I found nothing. I’ve seen a lot of people say that if you’re non omani it’s a lost cause you won’t be able to work until you’re 21.

Many said that tutoring is a good way to make money but I’m not sure how to even get started, how do i find students?? And are people even willing to pay a minor to tutor their kids?

If you know anything please help me. Thank you!!

Hi everyone,

I have completed exactly 1 year of my 2-year visa/contract and am planning to leave the company.

Now they are asking me to pay back visa fees. I also want to know if I am legally entitled to my end-of-service gratuity since I completed 1 full year.

Can they legally demand the visa fees, and will I get my gratuity?

Thanks.

Hi guys, there is an upcoming bazaar in Nov first weekend and i am planning to set up a stall. How do you think the crowd is over there? Do you think people will visit?

Hi everyone!

I’m an Indian who completed my Master’s in the UK and recently moved to Sohar, Oman, for work. It’s been around three months since I arrived, and I’m currently working in procurement.

Honestly, I’m still trying to figure out whether Oman is the right place for my long-term future, and I’d love to hear your genuine opinions.

Tbh, one of the biggest things I’m struggling with is the lifestyle here. Having lived in the UK, I got used to a certain kind of freedom. You work throughout the week, look forward to your two days off, go out somewhere, explore new places, meet people, or simply enjoy your weekend. Even in India, depending on where you live, there’s a certain freedom to go out and do things without having to plan every little detail.

But here in Sohar, the lack of public transportation makes things quite difficult. Unless you have your own vehicle or someone to give you a lift, going anywhere becomes a challenge. Sometimes, after working the whole week, I just want to go out and enjoy my day off, but I end up staying in my room because getting around isn't easy.

Honestly, it sometimes feels like I’m caged in my own room. It's not that Oman is a bad place, but the lack of mobility is affecting how I experience life here. I know having a car would make things easier, but I didn't expect something as basic as going out on a weekend to become such a big consideration.

Another thing I keep thinking about is my future. I'm single at the moment, but if I decide to settle here, get married, and start a family, I wonder how practical this lifestyle would be. Would my wife also have to depend on me for transportation for almost everything? Would we be able to enjoy our weekends and have that kind of independent lifestyle I imagine for my future family?

Financially and professionally, Oman might offer good opportunities, and I don't want to make a decision based only on my first few months here. I want to gain experience in procurement, build my career, and save some money. At the same time, I don't want to spend years building a career somewhere if the lifestyle isn't right for me.

Having experienced life in the UK, I sometimes miss that freedom to work during the week and actually enjoy my days off. I know Europe isn't perfect either, and every country has its own challenges, but the overall lifestyle and independence are things I value.

So, I'd really appreciate your honest opinions:

- Should I stay in Oman for another couple of years, gain experience, and build my savings before deciding?

- Or should I start planning a move to Europe or another country sooner rather than later?

- With a UK Master's degree and procurement experience in Oman, which countries would be realistic options for me to explore through work visas or other legitimate routes?

- For those who moved from Europe or the UK to Oman, did you eventually adjust to this lifestyle, or did you find yourself missing the freedom you had before?

I'm not expecting every country to offer a perfect life. I just want a place where I can grow professionally while still enjoying life outside work, especially on weekends, and eventually build a peaceful life with my future partner.

If you were in my position, would you stay in Oman or treat it as a stepping stone towards another country?

Would love to hear your experiences and honest suggestions! 🙂

Hi everyone,

I’m German of middle eastern descent and exploring opportunities in Oman, mainly Muscat. I have around four years’ experience in business analysis, requirements and software/product delivery, an engineering bachelor’s, and am finishing a computer science master’s.

What monthly salary in OMR is realistic for comparable Business Analyst, Product Owner or IT Project Manager roles? Please distinguish basic salary, salary plus allowances, and the complete package.

I’m also trying to understand the financial differences from Germany. I’m used to the German healthcare, schooling and social-insurance system, so comparing salary numbers alone doesn’t tell me whether relocating makes sense.

From your experience:

• Healthcare: Does the employer cover insurance only for the employee, or also a spouse and children? What do you still pay yourself appointments, medication, dental treatment or co-payments?
• Schools and childcare: Can expat children access public schools, or should families budget for private/international schools? What are realistic annual fees? Do employers offer education allowances, and do these cover tuition fully or only up to a limit? What about nursery, school transport, books and uniforms?
• Housing: Is accommodation provided, paid through a separate allowance, or included in the advertised salary? Who pays deposits, utilities and initial furnishing?
• Transport: Are company transport or allowances common? I don’t have a driving licence, so commuting arrangements matter.
• Other benefits: Are annual flights, visa costs, relocation and temporary accommodation covered?
• Long-term finances: What should someone moving from Germany budget separately for retirement provision and financial security?

I would initially move alone, but want to consider a possible family later not just whether I can get by today.

Recent offers or first-hand examples from 2025–2026 would be really helpful, particularly salary/benefit breakdowns and actual school or healthcare costs. No need to name your employer.

Thanks!

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So far I have visited pet shop from google maps and all are selling pet accessories only. I want to buy gift for my daughter but havent been able to find one with live pets.

A delicious drink and very affordable with 300 bizas only, a great substitute for soft drinks, and u can really tatse the passion fruit in it.

i want to know what are the necessary procedures, documents, payments required to legally change my government name.

i heard that i have to provide a hand written letter explaining my reason, i dont have one other than that i hate it so what should i write if that isn't valid?.

also is it hard to get an approval?

I been curious for a long time. Rather than going to some agency that is going to rob me ill do it my self plz help