- Oman’s Tax Authority issued three new decisions expanding the 0% VAT list, effective 1 October 2026.
- Essential food staples now zero-rated include live livestock and poultry for breeding/slaughter/dairy, meats, fish and seafood, dairy products, eggs, fruits and vegetables, legumes, coffee, tea, and spices/condiments; Decision No. 65/2021 is repealed.
- Medicines and medical supplies now zero-rated include medicines, herbal/biological preparations, special medical foods, medical equipment, oxygen, dental products, and smoking cessation aids, subject to Ministry of Health clearance; Decision No. 59/2021 is repealed.
- Veterinary medicines and medical equipment are also zero-rated, including vaccines, serums, antibiotics, vitamins, minerals, supplements, and veterinary examination/surgery tools, subject to Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources clearance.
Source: tms.taxoman.gov.om
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