Key facts for Oman
Christmas is not a business occasion.
How companies in Oman give year-end gifts
In Oman, Ramadan and Eid are the main corporate gifting occasions, with hampers of dates, halwa, coffee and frankincense. National Day in November is also a public holiday. Christmas is not a business occasion, though international firms may send neutral 'Season's Greetings' to expatriate contacts. Alcohol is tightly licensed and should not be sent. Food should be halal. Gifts are given with the right hand, and quality and presentation matter. Arabic greetings are appreciated. Ramadan gifts are typically delivered in the first half of the month, so plan production well ahead of the start of Ramadan in February 2027. Gifts to government officials should be avoided. English is common in business, and an Arabic greeting such as 'Ramadan Kareem' or 'Eid Mubarak' is appreciated.
Gift occasions in Oman
Ramadan
Ramadan hampers and iftar gifts for clients and partners
Eid al-Fitr
main occasion for greetings and gifts to clients and staff
Eid al-Adha
second major Islamic holiday
National Day
public holiday
Good practice
- Time main gifts for Ramadan and Eid.
- Use halal food and neutral designs.
Avoid
- Do not send alcohol.
- Avoid pork-derived ingredients.
Design and wording
Use neutral 'Season's Greetings' or New Year designs; avoid overt Christmas religious symbols.
Delivery to Oman
Ships from Poland by courier; customs duty and 5% VAT may apply and are quoted in advance. Alcohol cannot be shipped.
Planning dates for Oman
| Order personalized stock advent calendars by | 6 Nov 2026 |
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| Order Christmas hampers by | 13 Nov 2026 |
| Fully custom calendars for 2027 — order between | 01.2027 – 08.2027 |
Indicative planning dates; exact dates are confirmed in your proposal.
Recommended formats for Oman
Christmas hampers
Corporate Christmas hampers with your logo on the box, ribbon or card, composed to your budget band and delivered to one office or to individual home…
Tea & coffee calendars
A tea or coffee advent calendar with your logo is a measured, practical gift for clients and colleagues who prefer to avoid sweets.
Empty calendar boxes
For companies that already have the filling: custom printed advent calendar boxes in bulk, designed around your products and delivered flat or…
Christmas plush
Plush is made in our own workshop in Biała Podlaska, Poland: ready Christmas teddies with your embroidered logo, and custom plush mascots based on…
Frequently asked questions
When do Omani companies give corporate gifts?
Mainly during Ramadan and Eid.