Environmental Services
At Salalah Free Zone, environmental sustainability is at the heart of our development. Every project must comply with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) framework and obtain the necessary environmental permits to ensure responsible, future-ready growth.
Why Environmental Permits Matter
Meet Standards
Comply with national and international environmental standards.
Mitigate Risks
Identify and reduce potential environmental impacts.
Green Economy
Support Oman’s sustainability and green initiatives.
Trust & Assurance
Foster transparency and build investor confidence.
Classes of Activities Requiring Environmental Permits
Class A
Large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
Requirement: Full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Class B
Medium-scale activities with moderate impact.
Requirement: Permit + Partial Assessment
Class C
Small-scale, low-risk operations.
Requirement: Simplified permit
Permit Process at Salalah Free Zone
Scoping & TOR
Define environmental scope and key issues with SFZCo approval.
Impact Assessment
Conduct EIA via SFZCo-approved consultants including mitigation measures.
Monitoring & Compliance
Implement Environmental Management Plans and continuous compliance tracking.
Benefits of Compliance
Legal Compliance
Meet national and regional environmental laws.
Credibility
Enhance trust through transparent operations.
Efficiency
Streamline approvals and prevent project delays.
Reputation
Show commitment to sustainability and ESG principles.
