Oman Announces Public EV Charging Fees Starting October 1 2026
Electric-vehicle owners in Oman, including thousands of expatriates, will begin paying for public charging services effective October 1, 2026. The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT), following coordination with the Authority for Public Services Regulation and the Oman Net Zero Centre, has established a three-tier tariff structure based on charger power output.
- Public EV charging fees start on October 1, 2026.
- A three-tier tariff structure is based on charger power output.
- The Shahin app was launched on September 3, 2026, to manage the network.
New Charging Tariffs
Under the new regulations, charging rates are set at 50 baisa per kWh for chargers with a capacity of 90 kW or less. For chargers ranging from 91 kW to 180 kW, the rate is 90 baisa per kWh. For high-capacity chargers of 181 kW and above, the fee is 120 baisa per kWh. As one Omani rial consists of 1,000 baisa, these rates equate to RO 0.050, RO 0.090, and RO 0.120 respectively.
Infrastructure and App Details
Oman's registered EV fleet exceeded 5,900 vehicles in the first half of 2026, with approximately 160 public and private charging points available as of 2025. The MTCIT aims to expand this infrastructure to 350 points by 2027. This move marks the end of the initial trial period during which many chargers at malls, hotels, and fuel stations were free or operated under informal pricing. To manage the network, the MTCIT launched the "Shahin" national EV charging application on September 3, 2026, at the Gulf Green Mobility Forum in Salalah. The application provides a consolidated map of charger locations, status, and availability. Drivers are encouraged to download the app prior to the October 1 deadline to verify payment methods, which include in-app card, wallet, or RFID.
Related Green Mobility Developments
Related green mobility developments include Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO) testing a 240 kW ultra-fast charger at Halban, Mwasalat planning hydrogen city-bus pilots in Muscat, the Wassel programme promoting electric motorcycles for delivery firms, and the ongoing electrification of government vehicle fleets. For a typical Muscat commute of 40 km, daily charging costs are estimated between RO 0.30 and RO 0.96 depending on the charger type, resulting in an estimated monthly expenditure of RO 9 to RO 29. Authorities advise drivers to check the kW rating of their frequently used chargers, install the Shahin app, and consult landlords regarding the feasibility of installing private wallboxes in residential buildings.