At a glance
- Oman has issued Sultani Decree No. 92/2025, introducing a new legal structure for disability rights.
- The decree assigns the Ministry of Social Development responsibility for issuing detailed regulations and decisions.
- Existing rules will stay in place until the new framework is fully rolled out.
- The 2008 law on disability welfare and rehabilitation has been officially repealed.
- Any conflicting legal provisions are also annulled under the new decree.
On 26 October 2025, the Sultan of Oman enacted Sultani Decree No. 92/2025, establishing a modernised legal framework to support the rights of persons with disabilities. This new legislation marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to disability governance.
The decree empowers the Minister of Social Development to develop and issue executive regulations and implementation decisions that will shape how the law is applied in practice. Until these new measures are in place, existing regulations will continue to apply, provided they do not conflict with the new framework.
Importantly, the decree repeals Sultani Decree No. 63/2008, which previously governed the welfare and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. It also nullifies any provisions in other legislation that contradict the new law.
This development signals Oman’s commitment to strengthening legal protections and support mechanisms for individuals with disabilities, aligning with broader efforts to modernise social policy across the Sultanate.
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