Telecommunications

Overview

The Omani telecommunications market is regulated by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) under the Telecommunications Act (Royal Decree 30/2002). Major operators including Omantel and Ooredoo Oman serve the market alongside smaller ISPs and value-added service providers. The sector faces ongoing evolution with 5G deployment, fibre-to-home expansion, and increasing convergence with digital services. Our firm has developed significant expertise in telecom regulatory law through years of advising industry participants on licensing, interconnection, and compliance matters.

Key Legal Services

• Telecommunications licensing and TRA regulatory compliance
• Interconnection and infrastructure sharing agreements
• Spectrum licensing and management advisory
• Tower sharing and passive infrastructure agreements
• Consumer protection and service quality regulatory matters
• Data privacy and lawful interception compliance
• Mergers and acquisitions in the telecom sector
• Content regulation and digital media licensing

Our Expertise

Our telecommunications practice benefits from a thorough understanding of the TRA's regulatory framework, including licensing conditions, quality of service standards, and competition rules. We have advised on significant telecom transactions including infrastructure investments, service agreements, and regulatory proceedings. Our attorneys are well-versed in the technical and commercial dimensions of telecommunications, enabling us to provide advice that is practical and informed by industry realities. We also advise on the growing convergence of telecom, media, and technology services.