Office Cleaner positions in Sohar

As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum monthly salary for skilled plumbers (Category B) in the private sector is 500 OMR as of January 2026. This includes basic pay and housing allowance, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 48 per week. Employers must register contracts via the Tawjeeh system to comply.

Foreign plumbers require a Category 3 work residence visa sponsored by an Omani employer, valid for 2 years and renewable. The employer applies through the Ministry of Labour's Tawjeeh portal for work permit approval (20 OMR fee), followed by ROP visa issuance (12 OMR). Medical fitness test and police clearance are mandatory before entry.

No formal education is required, but applicants need at least 3 years of verifiable plumbing experience and must pass a trade skills test administered by the Ministry of Labour. Omanisation quota limits expatriate hires to 40% in plumbing roles as of 2026. Age must be 21-60 years for work permit eligibility.

Required documents include a valid passport (6+ months validity), 3 passport photos, attested experience certificates, medical report from approved clinic (50 OMR cost), and employer offer letter. Submit via employer's MOL online portal; processing takes 5-10 working days. Labour card issued upon approval costs 10 OMR.