Notice period for ending an unlimited Oman employment contract under Royal Decree 53/2023, Article 38.
Figures in OMR.
| Service | Entitlement |
|---|---|
| Monthly-paid worker, unlimited contract | 30 days notice |
| Other pay frequency, unlimited contract | 15 days notice |
| Fixed-term contract | Generally cannot be ended early by notice — runs to term, or ends only for cause |
| If notice is not honoured | Compensation based on the comprehensive (gross) wage for the notice period |
In force since 31 July 2023. Do not confuse this mid-term termination notice (Article 38) with the separate 1-month-plus non-renewal notice under Article 36(5). Cross-checked against Dentons. Source: Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle (Oman Law Blog).
For an unlimited (open-ended) contract: 30 days if you are paid monthly, 15 days if you are paid another way, under Article 38 of Royal Decree 53/2023.
Generally no — fixed-term contracts run to their end date, and can usually only be ended early for cause under Articles 40/41, or by mutual agreement.
Your comprehensive (gross) wage — not just your basic salary.
No — Article 38 (30/15 days) covers ending an unlimited contract mid-term. A separate rule (Article 36(5)) requires at least 1 month's notice if an employer does not intend to renew a fixed-term contract.