Business Activities in Oman: Search Every ISIC Code
Find the exact activities for your Omani company, check which ones foreigners may register, then copy, share or export your list to Excel or Word.
Every company in Oman registers one or more business activities, each with its own ISIC code. The activities you choose decide which licences you need, which ministries must approve your company and — most important for foreign investors — whether a foreign-owned company may register them at all.
Use the search below in your own language. Add the activities you plan to carry out to My list, then copy it, share a link, send it on WhatsApp or download it as an Excel or Word file. Activities reserved for Omanis are shown too, clearly marked, so you can see the full picture before deciding on your company structure.
How to use the activity search
- Search by keyword (for example "restaurant", "software", "general trading") or by ISIC code.
- Filter to see only activities open to foreign investors, or only those reserved for Omanis.
- Add each activity you need to your list. Your list stays saved in this browser.
- Export or share the list, or send it to us with one click to get advice on the right company type and location.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ISIC code in Oman?
Oman classifies every commercial activity with a six-digit code based on the UN International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC Rev. 4). Each activity you add to a commercial registration is one of these codes.
Can a foreigner register any activity in Oman?
No. Most activities are open to 100% foreign ownership under the Foreign Capital Investment Law (Royal Decree 50/2019), but a list of activities is reserved for Omani nationals. This tool marks those activities so you can see them before you plan your company.
How many activities can one company have?
A company can hold several activities on one commercial registration. Some activities need extra approvals from a ministry or authority, so it is best to choose only the activities you will actually carry out.
Is this list official?
It is based on the activity list used on the Oman Business Platform. Restrictions and approvals change, so we confirm every activity against the current list before we file your registration.
Can I send my list to Oman Register?
Yes. Use “Ask us about this list” to put your selection into the consultation form, or share it by WhatsApp. We will tell you which company type and location fit those activities.