Arabic Language Requirements for Oman Restaurant Menus

Oman requires Arabic as the primary language on all restaurant menus. Compliance guide and enforcement.

## The Requirement Oman's Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Health both require Arabic as the primary language on consumer-facing materials, including restaurant menus. Enforcement is conducted through routine inspections by municipal authorities. ## Tourism Context With Oman's growing tourism sector — especially during the Salalah khareef season and around heritage sites in Nizwa, Bahla, and Musandam — English-language menus are increasingly important. Qaima's bilingual approach satisfies both the legal Arabic requirement and the practical need for English.