India and Oman have implemented the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) from June 1, 2026, aimed at expanding trade, investment and professional mobility between the two countries.

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• India-Oman CEPA officially came into force on June 1, 2026.
• Agreement provides duty-free access to 98.08% of tariff lines in Oman for Indian exports.
• Coverage accounts for about 99.38% of bilateral trade value based on recent trade data.
• CEPA is a comprehensive trade agreement covering goods, services and investments.
• Indian exports such as textiles, pharmaceuticals and processed food receive immediate zero-duty access.
• Gems and jewellery, medical devices and transport equipment also benefit under the agreement.
• Oman receives tariff concessions on 77.79% of India’s tariff lines.
• Concessions cover around 94.81% of India’s imports from Oman by value.
• Agreement includes provisions to facilitate trade and investment cooperation.
• Indian professionals will benefit from improved mobility arrangements in Oman.
• Ceiling for intra-corporate transferees in Oman has been increased from 20% to 50%.
• Business visitors and independent professionals will receive easier temporary entry provisions.
• Preferential Certificates of Origin will be issued through the Trade Connect ePlatform.
• Bilateral trade between India and Oman reached about USD 11.18 billion in 2025–26.
• Key trade sectors include energy, fertilisers, metals, food products and textiles.
• CEPA is expected to strengthen economic integration and business opportunities between both countries.