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As per the Ministry of Labour Oman, the minimum salary for non-Omani waiters in restaurants approved for work permits is OMR 250 per month as of 2026. Employers often provide free accommodation and meals valued at OMR 100 monthly. Overtime is compensated at 125% of the hourly rate, calculated as OMR 1.60 per hour.

As per the Royal Oman Police, foreigners need an employer-sponsored work permit from MOL followed by ROP visa approval, requiring a passport valid for 6 months, medical fitness certificate costing OMR 30, and 2 passport photos. The visa is issued for 2 years at a fee of OMR 20 per month of employment. Processing takes 5 working days after MOL approval.

As per the Ministry of Labour Oman, no formal education certificate is required for restaurant cooks, but a minimum of 2 years verifiable experience in hospitality is mandatory for work permit approval in 2026. Omanisation policy mandates 25% Omani nationals in kitchen roles for restaurants with 10+ staff.

As per the Ministry of Labour Oman, the employer submits your application via LMIS portal with passport copy, 4 recent photos, attested experience certificates, and HIV/TB-free medical report. Processing fee is OMR 10, approval granted within 7 working days. Successful applicants receive electronic labour card valid 2 years.