Security Guard Services in Oman

Security Considerations in Oman

A program in Oman usually covers stores and offices in Muscat and, at times, hotel or industrial sites in Salalah, Sohar and Duqm. The distances between Muscat and Salalah are long, which requires supervisors who travel on a set schedule or are based in each area. The program applies the same Post Orders, the same supervision and the same reporting format at every site. Arabic is the main working language, and English is widely used in companies and hotels.

The tourist season in Muscat runs from October to April, while the khareef season in Salalah draws visitors between June and September. Working hours change during Ramadan. Coverage plans need relief officers and seasonal reinforcement, especially in Salalah during the khareef, clear procedures for high heat at exterior posts, and coordination with the security management of shopping centers and hotels.

• Mall of Oman
• Muscat Grand Mall
• Oman Avenues Mall
• Al Mouj Muscat
• Qurum
• Al Khuwair
• Ruwi
• Muttrah
• Madinat Sultan Qaboos

How Coverage Works in Oman

McCray designs the program, and officers follow McCray Post Orders.

Private Security Regulation in Oman

The licensing requirements that apply to security guard companies in Oman are confirmed before any work begins.

Cities in Oman

• Muscat
• Salalah
• Sohar
• Nizwa
• Sur
• Duqm

Coverage in other cities and areas, including Al Buraimi, Ibri and Seeb, is available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Languages Do the Officers Speak?

Officers speak Arabic, and officers fluent in English are assigned to reception, retail and hotel posts. The required language level is set in the Post Orders for each site.

See the Middle East overview for other countries.