To ensure the safety of consumers, the operator’s network and operator’s staff;

To ensure that electromagnetic interference is kept to a tolerably low level;

To ensure that the radio spectrum is used in accordance with the appropriate spectrum plan.

To promote the quality, diversity and cost effectiveness of equipment available to consumers while at the same time endeavouring to minimise the problems caused to users and to the network operators by the sale of equipment that is incompatible with networks in Oman;

To provide clear guidance for consumers so that they may make informed buying decisions; to allow consumers to avoid equipment that is unsuitable for their needs; and to advise consumers about equipment that may not properly inter-work with the network;

To provide clear guidance for retailers so that they may avoid selling unsuitable equipment.

To facilitate the work of customs officers in deciding what may or may not be imported into the Sultanate of Oman;

To provide as effective as possible a system for addressing problems caused by unsuitable equipment;

To allow flexibility so as to handle unforeseen circumstances;

To be open, fair and objective.