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MoC was to signed during the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s visit to Oman, however, it the could not at the last moment as Omani side made several changes in the draft. Embassy has shared both the drafts as well as in track-change mode with MoEFCC, response is awaited.

As per US (IC), MoEFCC, the MoU is under consideration of the Ministry.

Both sides have exchanged details of its nodal point of contact to begin the implementation of MoU.

The details of nodal point(s) from India:
(i). Ranjit Kr. Srivastava
Deputy Secretary- NMHC
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
New Delhi-110 001.
Tel: 2371 9456
Mob No. : +917303361118
E-mail : dssm2-psw@gov.in

(ii). Prof. Vasant Shinde
Chief of Galleries - NMHC
Mob.- 9158988893
Email- advisor.nmhc@iprcl.in

Details of nodal point from Oman:

Ms. Fayiza AL Balushi

Head of International Cooperation Section,

Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman

Email : FayizaB@mht.gov.om

Mobile: + 968 92710225

In order to move further on the MoU on Maritime Heritage and Museums, the Indian side is requesting for the list of departments/museums in Oman which could showcase India's historical and maritime connection with Oman. Further, a visit of Indian delegation to Oman may be worked out (itinerary to be shared) to explore the possibilities of identifying artefacts, archeological evidences in Oman which can be placed in NMHC.

The above email has been shared with Omani side on 14 Feb 2026. Response from Omani side is awaited.

It has been informed by the applicant that she is coordinating with her family in arranging the expenses demanded by her employer.

As requested by the applicant for legal assistance. Provided Embassy panel lawyer contact details via whatsApp for assistance.

Although the text of the MoU was finalized between the Indian and Omani sides, the necessary internal approvals could not be obtained by the Indian side in time for the MoU to be signed during the recent visit of the Hon’ble Prime Minister to Oman in December 2025. We have sent an email to the CD Division requesting them to advise MeitY to obtain the requisite internal approvals for signing the MoU, so that the same may be signed at the next available opportunity.

The Omani side has conveyed that the implementation is in progress by an Omani
company M/s Novel in collaboration with an Indian firm M/s Kale Logistics Solutions. The
Omani side informed that they will reach out for any technical assistance, should the need
arise. Omani side also said that as of now it seems there is no need of formation of
Subgroup

A WhatsApp message has been sent to the applicant to update the current status of her case.

-A whatsapp message has been sent to the agent seeking update on the repatriation of Ms. Surayya Margadi
-Awaiting for reply

The update remains the same

Awaiting a reply from MOFA

Another reminder has been sent to the applicant for an update on her case regarding recruitment expenses.

Employer is still unwilling to settle the matter unless the applicant pays recruitment expenses of OMR 1400/-

The employer is from Salalah due to which the applicant would not want to file an online complaint as she has to follow up case from Salalah.

MOL hearing is on 15.03.2026

Awaiting a reply from MOFA

Still the matter has to be taken up with the Foreign Ministry for waiver of visit visa overstay fines for facilitating their repatriation.

Applicant travelled to India on 22.02.2026

The Quriyat Primary Court has been issued the Judgment in favor of the employer, stating that the applicant has to pay RO 400/- to her employer towards her repatriation.

The applicant is in process of arranging the amount.

The draft MoU shared by the Indian side provides for unilateral recognition of certificates. However, the draft MoU shared by the Omani side proposes mutual recognition of certificates.

As per the discussion between the Ambassador and Secretary (Shipping), the Secretary (Shipping) has agreed to review the MoU with regard to the provision on mutual recognition of certificates.

a Memorandum of Agreement was signed on the establishment of the ICCR chair Programme of Indian Studies at the Sohar University on 17 December 2025 during the visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to Oman from 17-18 December 2025 to promote cultural and academic exchanges between India and Oman

The Sohar University is currently completing the required national procedures for the establishment of the ICCR Chair Programme of Indian Studies between ICCR and Sohar University. The same is expected to be completed by mid-February 2026. Following this, the Sohar University proposes for the official launch ceremony with ICCR in April – May 2026 either through an ICCR delegation visit to Sohar University or Sohar University delegation visit to ICCR in India. The Chair professor may commence duties of the post of the ICCR Chair from the beginning of the next fall semester in September 2026.

The applicant arranged the amount demanded by her employer.
The employer has been informed about the same and to submit her passport to the Embassy.

Awaiting for applicant's passport from her employer.

As the applicant requested for shelter she was sent to shelter as it was closed holiday

MoU for the establishment of Chair of Indian Studies at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) is under negotiation. The Draft is pending with SQU for reconsideration of Article (10). The Embassy proposed the following amendment for Article 10 of the draft MoU [The provisions of this contract shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the Sultanate of Oman. Any dispute arising out of, or in connection with, this MoU shall be settled in good faith amicably through diplomatic channels] vide Note Verbale dated 01 December 2024. A revised formulation for disputed clause viz. Article 10 of the MoU [“The provision of this MoU shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the Sultanate of Oman. The disputes arising out of this MoU shall be settled amicably by both the Parties”] was shared with Omani side on 3 September 2025. There is no response from the Omani side even after various follow ups till date.

-The applicant informed that she approached Immigration Department in Al Seeb and they informed her that a theft case had been filed against her.
-The applicant has been advised to approach Al Khoudh ROP to record her statement.

-It has been informed by the sponsor that the applicant has to pay RO 250/- as she did not complete her contract period.
-Conveyed the same to the applicant who is currently at little India camp (Shelter)

The update remains the same.

The update remains the same

MOFA reply is awaited.

-A reminder message has been sent to the applicant to update the current status of her case.

Employer informed he can complete his employment contract of remaining 8 months or bear recruitment/visa expenses and book his ticket and travel. The same has been conveyed to the applicant and he informed he will speak to the company and revert.
- Embassy could not register his grievance with MOL due to system error. Hence, advised him to lodge complaint with MOL either from sanad office or approach MOL in person.
- On request, Embassy provided him with shelter facilities.

Mr. Kishan from NPCI informed that the CBO, Oman has decided to go ahead with other partner. Hence, this opportunity is lost.

The sponsor is still unwilling to repatriate the applicant.

Applicant is coordinating with her family for arranging the amount to employer.

A reminder message has been sent to the applicant to update the current status of her case.

-The Mission has sent another Note Verbale to the Omani side requesting the designation of a focal point and the nomination of members for the Implementation Committee, including the Co-Chair, to coordinate matters related to the methodologies, mechanisms, and procedures for implementation of the MoU.

- Additionally, the Ambassador has sent an email to JS (MeitY) requesting that details for convening the JWG meeting in virtual format, as well as the composition of the Implementation Committee, may be shared from the Indian side without awaiting corresponding details from the Omani

Applicant is in process of arranging the amount to employer.

Applicant is coordinating with her family for arranging the amount to employer.

Omani side led by Engineer Naif Hamed Al Abri, President of Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority participated in Wings India 2026 and met Secretary Civil Aviation, Chairman AAI, and DG, DGCA.

The matter will be taken up with Foreign Ministry to ascertain his whereabouts.

Reminder NV was sent on 24 Jan 2026. It is understood that ROP has conveyed their remarks to MoFA on MoU and internal deliberation is going on in MoFA.

Mr. SHRI BHAGWAN , Indian Passport No. P0732746 , has been imprisoned in Oman since April 2018 in a criminal case. The family has not received any official written communication regarding the case number, court details, certified copy of judgment, or exact sentence awarded. Mr. Sonu(nephew)respectfully request the following information: Case number and name of the court Certified copy of the judgment Exact sentence awarded and its duration (including minimum term, if any) Appeal status and current legal position. He request official confirmation and necessary assistance at the earliest.

As per latest updated, Sohar University has taken approval from Ministry of Education, however, approval from the cabinet is pending, which is expected to be completed in a month's time.

A whatsapp message has been sent to the applicant seeking update on her case with MOL

Reply is awaited

The matter has been conveyed to the employer who informed it would be discussed with the family and revert.

Awaiting for response from the employer

A message has been sent to the sponsor seeking an update regarding the applicant’s status. However, the company has informed that they have no update at present, and the applicant’s contact number is not reachable to obtain further information.

Applicant informed he has been detained at Nizwa ROP for case file against him by his sponsor for non payment of goods and his case at Public Prosecution is awaited. Hence, Embassy provided SW contact no Mr. Gopakumar to provide him with necessary assistance.

Matter has been taken up with employer who informed that he is not ready to pay the salary as the applicant has not completed his contract period but he is ready to handover the passport if applicant willing to exit the country.The same is conveyed to the applicant and he agreed.

applicant informed he has been approaching MOL but haven't updated further on his visit. Hence, informed applicant to update the recent status of his case as his number remains out of service.

A reminder message has been sent to the applicant requesting an update on the status of his issue. He has also been informed that, in the absence of any response from his side, the matter will be considered as closed.

The agent was unwilling to resolve the matter for OMR 100/-

The same has been conveyed to the applicant in shelter.

A whatsapp message has been sent to the employer about her approach to this Embassy for her repatriation.

Applicants informed they lodged complaint with MOL - Sohar and hearing is scheduled on 20.03.2026.

A message has been sent to the applicant kindly requesting an update on the status of the issue.

Applicant has been sent back to India.

Employer has been informed on the grievance and response is awaited. The same has been conveyed to the applicant.

A reminder message has been sent to the applicant requesting an update.

Employer is still not ready for negotiation.

Applicant is still in the process of arranging the amount demanded by her sponsor

No response has been received from the Immigration Department regarding the waiver of the applicable fines/penalties. Approval is still awaited.

Applicant is still in process of arranging the amount to employer.

The applicant did not provide a valid contact number for the company. As the matter falls under the jurisdiction of the legal authorities in Oman, the applicant has been advised to pursue it through the appropriate legal channels.

If required, a list of Embassy-empaneled lawyers is available at the following link:
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A D.O. letter No. MUS/COM/202/2/2024 dated 12/02/2026 has been sent by Ambassador to Governor, RBI for early completion of procedural steps for singing of Umbrella MoU between RBI and CBO for the establishment of a framework to promote the use of local currencies (INR and OMR) & CBDC; and Co-operation in the area of Digital Payment and messaging systems for cross-border transactions.

There has been no update/response from CBO side.

A Whatsapp message has been sent to the applicant to update the current status of his case and MOL hearing date.

Despite several reminders, the applicant has not responded. Hence, the case may be considered closed.

Areminder whatsapp message has been sent to the applicant to update regarding the recruitment expenses OMR 300/- demanded by her employer.

Reply is awaited

Ministry of Labour (MOL) has informed that the applicant's sponsor filed an absconding notice against the applicant.
Duly signed Emergency Certificate (EC) application is yet to receive from Little India camp. Once EC issued, she must book her ticket and travel through MOL.

I attended hearing of the applicant at Seeb Primary Court and the final judgement will be given on 03.02.2026.

Family informed applicant is in coordinate and requested to close the case.

The applicant detail will be forwarded to Foreign Ministry for his travel to India. On request from applicant for shelter, he was provided.

Reminder message taken up with mofa on 25.02.2026

The applicant has informed that he is not receiving any response from ROP regarding the subject matter. He has been advised to verify the matter with a lawyer in Oman in case he does not receive a response from the local authorities. A list of lawyers has been provided to him, if required.

Applicant has been advised to verify the genuineness of the recruitment agency with the concerned local authorities, including but not limited to the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Informed employer on the grievance received from the applicant and response is awaited. The same was copied to the applicant.

Reply from MOFA is awaited.

Greetings from the Embassy of India, Muscat
Please visit your nearest SGIVS office/ branch and apply for the same.
With Regards

Greetings from the Embassy of India, Muscat
The NRI certificate issued by the mission in Oman is issued as per the prescribe pro forma of the ministry.
With regards

The applicant has informed that the employer has filed a case against him. He is currently awaiting the court hearing in the matter.

Greetings from the Embassy of India, Muscat
Your passport has been dispatched to SGIVS from the embassy.
With Regards

The case is under follow-up by the lawyer. There are no further updates at present.

Greetings from the Embassy of India, Muscat
Please check the MEA guidelines/ circulars regarding the same.
With Regards

Greetings from the Embassy of India, Muscat
Dear applicant, your re verification is still pending at your local police station.
With Regards

The application has been dispatched to SGIVS

The applicant has been informed to visit SGIVS and apply for the visa

Greetings
POA and attestation services can be done only through SGIVS. Documents check list, fee details are available at SGIVS.
With regards

Greetings
Regarding your passport application, it has been dispatched to SGIVS. Regarding attestation services please apply for the same with all documents through SGIVS, please contact us on +968 98282270 or SGIVS on +968 22496250 for more details.
With regards

The Ministry wishes to inform you that, upon reviewing the data of the aforementioned individuals, the following has been determined: 1. Mr. Rutash Kumar, holder of passport No. (00100583), was detained in connection with Case No. (751)/Q 2025 at Ruwi Police Station on charges of fraud and was released on January 22, 2026, by order of the Public Prosecution.
- Informed family and provided link of Embassy panel lawyer contact details for legal assistance.

A whatsapp message has been sent to the agent about her approach to this Embassy for her repatriation.

A reminder message has been sent to the applicant seeking an update on her case regarding the recruitment expenses demanded by her employer.

It has been informed by the applicant that she needs sometime to arrange the amount. Once the amount is ready she will come to Embassy

The update remains the same.

Applicant informed he is on tourist visa and original passport with the applicant. On verbal request from applicant, embassy provided him with shelter facilities.
- His name will be forwarded to Foreign Ministry for his travel approval.

Reply awaited from MOFA

Applicant is coordinating with her family for arranging the amount to employer.

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