Data Centers in Oman
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Omantel Muscat 1
Ruwi 112, Bawshar Province
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Omantel Muscat 2
Ruwi Street, Matrah Province
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Omantel Ruwi, Muscat
Opp. HSBC,Behind Dhofar Ins. and QNB ,Next to CBO, CBD Area, Ruwi - Muscat, Matrah Province
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Omantel Blue City
Badr Al Samaa Hospital, Barka
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Equinix MC1
Barka / South Al Batinah PO Box 789, Suwadi Alwa
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Oman – Gateway to Middle East Digital Markets
Oman is a strong choice for businesses that require a strategic digital gateway to the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Its stable environment and growing subsea cable connectivity provide a reliable alternative to more established regional hubs. This positioning helps secure uptime and low-latency access to emerging consumer and business markets.
Oman: At A Glance
| Factor | Rating / Data | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Global Connectivity Grade | B | Growing subsea cable landings improve international routes and redundancy. |
| Direct Cloud On-Ramps | Over 1 — as of September 2025 | Direct access to AWS; others available via private network extensions. |
| Power Cost | OMR 0.03–0.04/kWh ($0.07–$0.11 USD) | Competitively priced power supports high-density compute infrastructure. |
| Disaster Risk | Low (2.5/10), as of September 2025 | Primary risks are coastal events like tsunamis and cyclones. |
| Tax Incentives | Yes | General incentives include export credits; no data center-specific programs noted. |
| Sales Tax | 5% VAT, as of September 2025 | Standard Value Added Tax applies to most goods and services. |
Network & Connectivity Ecosystem
Carrier Density & Carrier Neutrality: Over 3 carriers operate in Oman, including major international and regional providers, as of September 2025. The market offers access to multiple data center operators, supporting carrier-neutral interconnection strategies.
Direct Cloud On-Ramps: Over 1 direct on-ramp provides access to 1 major cloud region, as of September 2025. This includes a local zone for AWS. Other cloud providers can be reached via private connections to nearby hubs like Dubai.
Internet Exchange Points (IXPs): The Oman Neutral Internet Exchange (OMN-IX) facilitates local traffic peering, reducing latency and transit costs for domestic users. Most regional and international traffic is handled via direct carrier connections.
Bare Metal: Bare metal solutions are available from global providers, offering dedicated compute for performance-sensitive workloads. Options include providers like Leaseweb.
Power Analysis
Average Cost Of Power: Industrial power costs are estimated between OMR 0.03–0.04/kWh ($0.07–$0.11 USD/kWh), as of September 2025. This competitive pricing helps manage the operational costs of high-density deployments and large-scale infrastructure.
Power Grid Reliability: The national power grid is modern and reliable, particularly in key economic zones like Muscat. Data center operators benefit from a stable power infrastructure built with significant investment in grid redundancy and capacity.
Market Access, Business & Tax Climate
Proximity To Key Business Districts: Data centers in Oman are typically located near Muscat, the country's economic and political capital. This provides low-latency connectivity for government, financial services, and logistics industries centered in the region.
Regional Market Reach: Oman's strategic coastal location on the Arabian Peninsula allows it to serve as a digital bridge between markets in the Middle East, East Africa, and South Asia. Its access to numerous subsea cables makes it an effective point of presence for reaching these high-growth regions.
Tax Advantage For Data Centers: Oman offers general business incentives like export credit guarantees that can benefit technology companies. While no specific data center programs are highlighted, the overall pro-business environment supports foreign investment and technology infrastructure development.
Natural Disaster Risk
Oman has a low overall risk profile for natural disasters, with an INFORM Risk score of 2.5 out of 10, as of September 2025. The primary environmental hazards are coastal and weather-related, which are manageable with modern data center engineering and site selection.
Key risks for the country include:
- Tsunami (9.0/10)
- Coastal Flood (5.6/10)
- Tropical Cyclone (3.8/10)
- Drought (3.4/10)
