OM Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
Oman UN/LOCODE entries begin with the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 prefix OM, followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, OMSOH identifies Sohar and OMDQM identifies Duqm in the indexed sample.
Seaports in Oman: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Oman has 12 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting container shipping, energy exports, breakbulk cargo and regional distribution along the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman.
Explore Oman port codes, principal maritime gateways, trade regions and indicative shipping lanes for 2026 planning.
Oman Port Overview
Oman occupies a strategic position outside the Strait of Hormuz, with maritime gateways serving the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, energy projects, industrial zones and transshipment markets. Indexed coverage and international throughput rankings are separate measures: the figures below distinguish Ecer Freight database coverage from publicly reported port statistics.
12
Oman ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
—
National maritime cargo tonnage, 2025; consolidated YoY figure not published in a comparable public series
MOT 2025 public data review
—
National container throughput, 2025; consolidated YoY figure requires port-level aggregation
ASYAD and port disclosures · 2025
—
National commercial berth count, 2025; no single comparable official total identified
MOT and port authorities · 2025
How many seaports does Oman have?
Oman has 12 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed coverage figure, not a claim that it represents every maritime facility in Oman.
Which is Oman’s largest or busiest container gateway?
Salalah is generally regarded as Oman’s leading container transshipment gateway, while Sohar is a major industrial, container and general-cargo port. Ecer Freight records Salalah under OMSLL and OMSAL, and Sohar under OMSOH.
Which areas handle most of Oman’s maritime cargo?
The main cargo clusters are Salalah in Dhofar, Sohar in Al Batinah North, and the Muscat metropolitan area around Muscat and Mina Qaboos. Duqm is an expanding central-eastern industrial and project-cargo gateway.
Top Ports in Oman by Shipping Role
The table identifies the principal Oman entries in the supplied port sample by commercial relevance. A countrywide 2025 TEU league table and like-for-like year-on-year figures are not consistently published for all listed facilities; unavailable values are therefore left unified rather than estimated.
Principal Oman port and terminal entries · 2025 comparison basis
Oman Port Regions and Cargo Clusters
Dhofar and Salalah
Salalah is Oman’s principal southern maritime cluster and an important container transshipment and general-cargo gateway on the Arabian Sea. The database contains two Salalah entries with different UN/LOCODE records.
Dhofar port sample
Al Batinah North and the Sohar Industrial Area
Sohar is a major northern industrial and logistics gateway connected with manufacturing, metals, petrochemicals, energy products, containers and project cargo.
Sohar and nearby northern port sample
Muscat and the Gulf of Oman
The Muscat cluster includes city-level and terminal-level records associated with the capital’s historic port and petroleum-related maritime facilities. Cargo operations and access conditions vary by terminal and commodity.
Muscat-area port sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muscat | OMMCT | Muscat / — | City gateway, cruise, general and government-related maritime activity |
| Port Qaboos(mina Qaboos) | OMOPQ | Port Qaboos(mina Qaboos) / — | General cargo, cruise and port-service activity |
| Mina Qaboos | OMMQS | Mina Qaboos / — | General cargo, cruise and coastal services |
| Mina Al Fahal | OMMFH | Mina Al Fahal / — | Petroleum and energy-related cargo |
| Mina Al Fahal | OMMAF | Muscat / — | Energy terminal and petroleum-related operations |
| Muthra | OMMUT | Muthra / — | Local maritime and general port activity |
Al Wusta and Duqm
Duqm supports Oman’s central-eastern industrial, dry-dock, project-cargo and developing logistics ecosystem. It is strategically positioned outside the Strait of Hormuz and is subject to project-specific routing and terminal confirmation.
Central-eastern port sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duqm | OMDQM | Duqm / — | Industrial, project, dry-bulk and multipurpose cargo |
Oman UN/LOCODE and Port Code Guide
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A location code may represent a city gateway, a named port or a terminal record. Salalah appears as both OMSLL and OMSAL, while Mina Al Fahal appears as OMMFH and OMMAF; booking documents should match the carrier’s accepted code.
How to Verify an Oman Port Code
Compare the code in the bill of lading, booking confirmation and customs documents with the current UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and the Ecer Freight port directory. Terminal restrictions and carrier code mappings should be confirmed before dispatch.
Shipping from Oman: Main Trade Lanes
Oman routing depends on the selected gateway, vessel schedule, transshipment connection, cargo type and final inland destination. Transit times below are indicative planning ranges and require carrier confirmation.
Oman to China and East Asia
Containerized industrial goods, energy-related cargo, minerals and consumer products commonly move between Oman and East Asian manufacturing and distribution markets.
Oman to India and South Asia
Short-sea and regional services connect Oman with Indian and South Asian ports for general cargo, project cargo, food products and consumer goods.
Oman to Europe
European cargo generally uses mainline or feeder connections through regional hubs, with routing selected according to equipment availability and final delivery point.
Oman to the Gulf and Middle East
Regional services support container, breakbulk, project and energy-related movements between Oman, Gulf markets and nearby Middle Eastern destinations.
Data Sources and Methodology
The page separates first-party indexed coverage from external port statistics. Public figures are included only where a comparable and attributable source is available; otherwise, the page avoids manufacturing a countrywide total from incompatible port-level disclosures.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory snapshot dated Nov 2026, containing 12 Oman port and terminal records.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE naming and location-code reference framework.
- ASYAD — Oman logistics and maritime network context, subject to the latest published disclosures.
- Oman Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology — national transport policy and maritime-sector context.
- Port of Salalah — port-specific operational and commercial information, subject to terminal publication dates.
Oman Port FAQ
How many seaports does Oman have?
Oman has 12 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The indexed count should not be treated as a complete legal or administrative count of every maritime facility.
What is the busiest port in Oman?
Salalah is generally considered Oman’s leading container transshipment gateway, while Sohar is a major industrial and multipurpose cargo gateway. Actual ranking depends on whether the comparison uses containers, total cargo, liquid bulk or project cargo.
What are the main Oman port codes?
Common indexed Oman codes include OMSLL and OMSAL for Salalah, OMSOH for Sohar, OMDQM for Duqm, and OMMCT for Muscat. Code acceptance should be checked against the carrier booking system and current shipping documents.
Which regions handle most Oman sea freight?
The principal clusters are Salalah and Raysut in Dhofar, Sohar in northern Oman, the Muscat and Mina Qaboos area, and Duqm in Al Wusta. Each cluster has a different cargo and terminal profile.
How current is the Oman port information?
The Ecer Freight indexed-port snapshot is dated Nov 2026, while the latest complete statistical reference year used for this page is 2025. Vessel schedules, terminal rules, capacity and transit times remain subject to confirmation.
Can I request an Oman FCL or LCL shipping quote?
Yes. FCL and LCL rate requests can be submitted through the relevant Ecer Freight quote pages. A workable request should include origin, destination, cargo description, package details, weight, volume, ready date and required equipment.
Are Salalah and Sohar interchangeable for every shipment?
No. Salalah and Sohar have different network positions, terminal capabilities, inland connections and carrier schedules. The suitable gateway depends on cargo type, final destination, equipment availability and the confirmed service rotation.
Editorial note: This Oman port page combines the Ecer Freight first-party port index with publicly available information from recognized maritime, government and port sources. Indexed coverage is reviewed against database updates, while external throughput, berth and operational figures are updated when a comparable official disclosure is available. Shipping schedules, port acceptance, terminal handling and transit times should be confirmed at quotation and booking stage.
Ecer Freight · Seaports in Oman: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026) · Data reviewed quarterly · Port Codes · Ports by Country · Contact