The judicial year 2026-2027 was launched at all courts in the Sultanate of Oman and the Public Prosecution on Thursday with the use of modern electronic systems which will be used to improve legal procedures and speed up the resolution of cases throughout the country.
The most notable thing about the new judicial year is the implementation of digital inheritance management at all courts in the country. This qualitative change involves the transition from the old-fashioned paper-based process to an advanced electronic system which will improve the process of estate, legacy, and orphans’ fund management. The system has been developed in accordance with the national goals under Oman Vision 2040.
Sayyid Mohammed Sultan Al Busaidi, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Judiciary Council, stated that the ongoing modernization reflects continuous institutional growth under the guidance of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. He highlighted key milestones from the preceding term, including the operational establishment of the Specialized Investment and Trade Court, which resolved thousands of commercial disputes. Furthermore, recent legislative updates saw the issuance of Royal Decree No. 80/2026, redefining the structure and nomenclature of the Public Prosecution to align with modern international legal standards.
Official indicators demonstrate notable efficiency gains across the judicial framework. During the 2025–2026 term, courts managed 177,356 active cases and issued 126,487 rulings, reflecting an overall adjudication rate of 71 percent. The Supreme Court recorded an 87 percent completion rate, while primary courts handled the vast majority of filings with a 78 percent resolution rate. Furthermore, digital adoption reached a 89 percent automation milestone, with over 137,000 active users registered on the “Qadha” portal and more than 760,000 electronic cases processed.
Looking ahead, the council aims to expand remote litigation capabilities, elevate staff competencies, and reinforce public trust in the rule of law. To support this expanding legal network, judicial capacity grew to 432 active judges by the end of the previous period, achieving a 61 percent Omanization rate across the system.
