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Central Bank of Oman announces fee waiver for local digital transfers

June 17, 2026·Oman ObserverEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

Oman's central bank fee waiver on domestic digital transfers reflects regional efforts to encourage fintech adoption and reduce friction in payment systems—a pattern seen across GCC central banks seeking to modernize financial infrastructure and increase cashless transaction volumes. Such policy moves typically support broader financial inclusion objectives while creating structural shifts in banking revenue models, particularly for smaller lenders reliant on traditional transfer fees. The initiative aligns with Gulf-wide digital banking mandates and reflects competition among regional financial hubs to position themselves as innovation-friendly economies.

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