Muscat Municipality expanded its electric vehicle charging network across key areas like Al Khuwair Flag Square, Bausher Park, and Seeb. This expansion is a major part of the national Green Mobility Programme overseen by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. For Indian expats living in Oman, making the switch to an electric vehicle is becoming highly practical due to new financial incentives and a growing network of public chargers.
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Where are the new EV stations and what are the benefits?
The new charging stations are officially activated at Al Khuwair Flag Square, Bausher Park, and the Green Walkway in Seeb. The government currently provides free public charging at several municipal and ministry-supported locations. To push more people toward eco-friendly transport, there are multiple financial benefits available right now for buyers.
- Zero percent VAT on electric vehicles and their spare parts.
- 100 percent customs tax exemption on imported EVs.
- Zero registration fees at the Royal Oman Police for new electric cars.
Drivers can easily locate these new stations, check their real-time availability, and process future payments using the Shahin national EV charging application.
Strict rules for fuel stations and future targets
The Authority for Public Services Regulation set a strict deadline for all new and existing fuel stations across Oman. By May 2026, all fuel stations must install EV charging facilities. Those who fail to meet this requirement face heavy fines ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 Omani Riyals and risk losing their operating licenses entirely.
To ensure safety standards, Mode 1 charging is strictly prohibited in public areas. The government only permits Mode 3 dedicated AC and Mode 4 DC fast charging installations. Oman currently has around 2,200 registered electric vehicles, and the authorities plan to increase the charging infrastructure to 200 points by the end of 2026 and over 350 points by 2027.
