Foreign Trade
Track Oman's exports, imports, and trade balance with interactive insights.
Oman’s Trade Landscape at a Glance
"Track Oman’s trade performance over time through trends in total exports and imports."
Oman stands as a dynamic force in international commerce, leveraging its strategic location and robust trade networks to drive economic growth. With total exports (FOB) reaching in ( in , ), the nation continues to be a key supplier of crude petroleum, refined petroleum, and natural gas. Meanwhile, (CIF) imports totaled ( in , ), reflecting a diverse range of goods essential for industry and development.
The Sultanate maintains a strong trade balance, consistently recording surpluses that reinforce its economic stability. In , Oman posted a trade surplus of OMR ( in , ), underscoring its resilience in global markets. As a gateway between Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, Oman remains committed to fostering international partnerships and expanding its trade horizons.
- Imports: Goods and services that a country buys from other countries. These products enter the domestic market from foreign sources and are essential for meeting local demand, especially for items not produced locally.
- Exports: Goods and services produced in one country and sold to buyers in another country.
- Re-exports: Foreign goods that are exported in the same state as previously imported, from the free circulation area, premises for inward processing, or industrial free zones.
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Trade Balance: The
difference between a country’s total exports and total
imports over a specific period. It is a key indicator of a
nation’s economic strength in international trade.
- A positive trade balance (trade surplus) means exports exceed imports.
- A negative trade balance (trade deficit) means imports exceed exports.
- OMR: Omani Rial – the official currency of Oman
- FOB (Free on Board): The seller is responsible for delivering the goods on board the vessel only; responsibility then transfers to the buyer.
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CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight): The seller covers the cost, insurance, and freight
until the goods reach the destination port.
📄 For more, refer to the World Trade Organization (WTO): Incoterms — International Trade Terms
- HS Code (Harmonized System Code): A code used to classify products traded internationally.
- HS Chapter: A two-digit classification within the HS Code system that groups products into broader categories such as "Oil Seeds" or "Vehicles".
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HS Section: A
higher-level category in the HS Code structure, grouping
related chapters together. For example, "Section 15 – Base
Metals and Articles of Base Metal" includes chapters on
copper, aluminum, and iron products.
📄 For more, refer to the World Customs Organization (WCO): What is the Harmonized System?
Explore Oman’s Trade Flows: Imports, Exports, and Re-Exports
Oman’s total exports reached OMR in ( in , ). This performance underscores Oman’s position as a key exporter of natural resources and diversified goods, contributing to economic stability and enhancing its global trade presence.
Oil exports represented the largest share of total exports, amounting to OMR ( in , ), accounting for % of total exports. These are further categorized into:
- Crude oil exports: OMR ( in , ), representing % of the total.
- Refined petroleum products: ( in , ), making up % .
- Liquefied natural gas (LNG): ( in , ), contributing % of total exports.
Meanwhile, Oman’s non-oil domestic exports totaled ( in , ), accounting for % of total exports. Re-exports recorded ( in , ), representing % of exports, highlighting Oman’s strategic role as a regional logistics and re-export hub.
"Select the type of trade and find the percentage of exports to total exports."
Top 5 Countries Driving Oman’s Trade in
Oman’s Leading Trade Partners — Select Trade Type to Compare
Interactive dashboard for the Sultanate's foreign trade
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Exploring Oman's Trade Balance: An Interactive Map of Exports and Imports
"Hover over any country to view data, use the search to select the country and choose the year"
Trade Balance = Exports − Imports
- A positive value means Oman exports more than it imports (surplus).
- A negative value means Oman imports more than it exports (deficit).
Visualizing Oman’s Trade: Geographical Group & Country by Type and Year
“Use the year slider and trade type selector to explore Oman’s trade relationships over time.”
Oman’s Trade Indicators by Country and Year
"Select the country and trade indicator type to view interactive data."
Oman’s Trade Indicators by commodity and Country
"Choose the product, select the type of trade, and select the country or explore all countries."
📈 Line Chart Guide
This interactive line chart allows you to explore Oman’s trade data by trade type, commodity (HS chapter), and country over time.
- Step 1 – Select Trade Type: Choose a trade metric like Imports or Crude Oil Exports.
- Step 2 – Select HS Chapter: Select a commodity group. The chart will show lines for all countries in that chapter.
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Step 3 – Country Selection:
- Choose one or more countries to compare
- Or click "Aggregate Chapter" to show one combined line
🔍 Note: To view Crude Oil Exports or Liquefied Natural Gas Exports, select Chapter 27.
Commodity Distribution in Oman’s Foreign Trade
"Hover over the treemap for insights and search by chapter to explore detailed trade data."
📈 Treemap Chart Guide
This interactive treemap chart lets you explore Oman’s trade data in detail. You can:
- Select the trade type — choose between Imports, Re-exports, and Non-Oil Omani Exports.
- Filter by HS chapter to focus on specific commodities.
- Pick a year or use the play button to see changes over time.
- Understand commodity groups at a glance: chapters with the same color represent the same HS section.
Hover over each block to view detailed values and insights.
Oman’s Trade Exchange with the World: Top 10 Commodities by Trade Type
"Discover the top commodities Oman trades globally, with interactive filters to analyze trade data by partner country and trade type."
Trade Summary by Year
| Year | Imports | Non-Oil Omani Exports | Re Exports | Crude Oil Exports | Liquefied Natural Gas Exports |
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Top 10 Imports by Commodity
| Year | Commodity | Value (OMR) | % of Total |
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Top 10 Non-Oil Omani Exports by Commodity
| Year | Commodity | Value (OMR) | % of Total |
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Top 10 Re Exports by Commodity
| Year | Commodity | Value (OMR) | % of Total |
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