Oman's Central Bank Launches OMR 80 Million Government Development Bond Issue

The Central Bank of Oman (CBO), on behalf of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Ministry of Finance (MOF), has announced the launch of a new Government Development Bond (GDB) issue worth OMR 80 million, with an additional green shoe option of up to OMR 20 million.

The new five-year bond issue—the 77th GDB—carries a coupon rate of 4.1% per annum and will be open for subscription from October 22 to October 27, 2025. The auction is set for October 28, while the issue date is October 30, 2025. Interest payments will be made semiannually on April 30 and October 30 each year until the bond’s maturity on October 30, 2030.

According to CBO, the latest bond issue is open to all investors, both residents and non-residents, regardless of nationality. Applications can be submitted through the competitive bidding process via licensed commercial banks in Oman.

For investors applying for OMR 1 million or more, bids may be submitted directly to the CBO—after endorsement from their respective banks.

To participate, investors must obtain an MCD Investor Code through the Muscat Clearing and Depository Company (MCD) website (www.mcd.om) or via the Oman Stocks app at least one day before submission.

The prospectus and application forms are available on the CBO and MOF websites, as well as their official social media channels.

The bonds, described as direct and unconditional obligations of the Omani government, can be used as collateral for bank loans and are tradable on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) at prevailing market rates.

Allotment details will be recorded in the MCD register, and investors must ensure their bank account details match their MCD records to guarantee smooth processing of coupon payments and principal returns.

This bond issue continues Oman’s strategy to strengthen its domestic debt market and diversify financing sources while offering investors a secure, government-backed investment option.