India and Oman’s CEPA has come into force from June 1, 2026, giving India duty free access on 99.38% of its exports to Oman. India is only the second country after the United States to secure such a comprehensive trade pact with Oman.
Bilateral trade between India and Oman rose to USD 11.18 billion in FY26 from USD 10.61 billion in FY25. The agreement is expected to boost exports, investments, jobs, and strengthen India’s economic presence across the Gulf region and East Africa.
Indian exporters in agriculture, marine products, textiles, gems and jewellery, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, footwear, automobiles, and processed foods will benefit from full tariff elimination. Oman will also accept Export Inspection Council (EIC) certificates, reducing delays and non tariff barriers.
India’s sensitive sectors remain protected. Dairy products, cereals, fruits, vegetables, edible oils, oilseeds, rubber, leather, spices, and several agricultural products have been excluded from market access commitments.
The agreement opens major opportunities for agriculture and seafood exports. India already supplies over 94% of Oman’s bovine meat imports and more than 98% of its fresh egg imports. Duty free access is also expected to boost exports of rice, onions, potatoes, cashews, honey, biscuits, mangoes, shrimp, fish, and other marine products.
In pharmaceuticals, medicines and vaccine ingredients receive zero duty access. Products approved by USFDA, EMA, UK MHRA, and TGA can receive marketing authorization in Oman within 90 days, helping Indian drug makers enter the market faster.
Engineering and electronics products now get full zero duty access. Oman imported about USD 1.7 billion of electronics in 2025, while India’s exports were only USD 146 million. Engineering exports are expected to rise from USD 875.83 million currently to USD 1.31.6 billion by 2030.
Oman has offered its most comprehensive services package to India, covering 127 services sub sectors including IT, engineering, healthcare, education, finance, telecom, tourism, and professional services. Business visitors can stay up to 90 days, independent professionals up to 180 days, and intra company transferees up to 4 years. Oman’s ports at Sohar, Duqm, and Salalah are also expected to strengthen India’s trade links with the GCC and East Africa.
India-Oman CEPA Goes Live: 99% Duty-Free Access for Exports
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