Oman Rule of Law
Rule of Law RL.EST
Oman's rule of law was 0.55 in 2025, ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 9.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Oman's rule of law stood at 0.55 in 2025, a decline of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.55 by 2025. Oman ranked 63rd globally.
Oman's Rule of Law indicator, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI), has shown a relatively stable trajectory over the past 26 years, with a current ranking of 0.55 globally. Despite a slight increase to 0.61 in 2023, Oman's performance remains below the global average, with its all-time trough of 0.29 in 2006 serving as a notable low point. In comparison, neighboring Seychelles boasts a slightly higher ranking of 0.57, while Cyprus, another peer country, shares a similar score of 0.55. Oman's consistent ranking over the past two decades suggests a lack of significant progress in this area. The country's Rule of Law indicator has not undergone substantial changes, remaining stagnant at 0.55 since 1996. To alter this trajectory, Oman would need to implement meaningful reforms aimed at strengthening its institutions and improving the predictability and effectiveness of its governance structures.
Data & projection
| Year | Rule of Law | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.56 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.55 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.55 | −0.06 | #63 |
| 2023 | 0.61 | +0.11 | #58 |
| 2022 | 0.50 | +0.12 | #67 |
| 2021 | 0.38 | −0.21 | #73 |
| 2020 | 0.59 | +0.07 | #60 |
| 2019 | 0.53 | +0.09 | #60 |
| 2018 | 0.44 | +0.03 | #65 |
| 2017 | 0.41 | +0.02 | #69 |
| 2016 | 0.38 | +0.03 | #72 |
| 2015 | 0.35 | −0.13 | #72 |
| 2014 | 0.49 | −0.00 | #60 |
| 2013 | 0.49 | −0.03 | #68 |
| 2012 | 0.52 | +0.06 | #67 |
| 2011 | 0.46 | −0.07 | #71 |
| 2010 | 0.54 | −0.01 | #67 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Oman matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Oman's rule of law was 0.55 in 2025. Ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 9.7% decrease from the previous year.
Oman's rule of law peaked at 0.61 in 2023.
The lowest rule of law in Oman was 0.29 in 2006.
Oman ranks 63rd globally in rule of law as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Oman's rule of law is projected to reach 0.55 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The rule of law of Oman in 2025 was 0.55. This ranks 63rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_oman_rule-of-law,
title = {Oman Rule of Law},
url = {https://historysaid.com/oman/rule-of-law/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}