Oman records 150% jump in electronic payment transactions

Electronic payment transactions in Oman pass OMR 3 billion

The Sultanate of Oman recorded strong growth in the use of digital payment methods during 2025. This indicates a qualitative shift in consumer behaviour, a notable expansion in commercial activity and increased purchasing power, driven by the development of infrastructure for e-commerce and traditional commerce. Data issued by the Central Bank of Oman showed that the value of local electronic payment gateway transactions reached about OMR 3.2 bi…

Oman records 150% jump in electronic payment transactions

MUSCAT : According to data released by the Central Bank of Oman, the value of transactions through local electronic payment gateways reached approximately RO 3.2 billion in 2025, marking a substantial growth of 76.3 per cent compared to 2024. The number of transactions also surged dramatically, climbing from 67 million transactions in 2024 to more than 168 million transactions in 2025, an increase of 150 per cent within a single year. Point-of-…