Why Omani Businesses Should Use Oman-Based Payment Gateways

In the age of digital commerce, your choice of a payment gateway can make or break your business. For companies in Oman, it’s tempting to turn to global names like PayPal or Stripe. But savvy business owners are looking inward—toward local, regulation-compliant, and cost-effective payment solutions like Thawani Pay.

At House of Servers, Oman’s trusted web and mobile app development brand, we help entrepreneurs and enterprises build scalable, secure, and localized digital platforms. One of our top recommendations for clients operating in Oman? Integrate with Thawani Pay—not with international gateways.

🚀 Oman’s Booming Digital Economy

• 98%+ internet penetration
• Widespread smartphone adoption
• National strategy via Oman Vision 2040 to promote digital entrepreneurship

This growth fuels demand for reliable, fast, and user-friendly online payment methods.

🌍 The Global Gateway Illusion

Global gateways like:

• PayPal
• Stripe
• 2Checkout
• Square

…are often the first platforms businesses consider. But for Omani businesses, they come with serious hidden costs, legal issues, and currency problems.

🇴🇲 Why Thawani Pay Is the Ideal Choice for Omani Businesses

Thawani Pay is a licensed gateway, built for Oman and regulated by the Central Bank of Oman. Here’s why it outperforms international options:

💳 Regulation-Friendly & Locally Compliant

• Approved by Central Bank of Oman
• Easy onboarding for local businesses
• Support in Arabic and English

🔄 Built-In Compatibility with Omani Banks

• Direct transfer to OMR accounts
• No currency conversion needed
• 2–3 business day settlement time

💰 Transparent & Low Transaction Fees

Thawani Fees:

• 1.5% for debit cards
• 2% for credit cards
• No hidden charges or international FX fees

📱 Ditch the POS Terminal: Go Mobile with NFC

• Use any device with the Thawani Merchant App
• Accept payments via built-in NFC
• No hardware rental or installation required
• Perfect for delivery drivers, market vendors, and freelancers

🌐 Arabic-First Experience for You & Your Customers

• Arabic & English dashboards
• Local Muscat-based support teams
• Higher customer trust

🧠 Smart, Simple, Secure Tech Stack

• REST APIs and SDKs available
• Works with WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento
• PCI-DSS Level security

🏢 Popular Use Cases in Oman

• Online stores: Accept instant OMR payments through integrated checkout systems and customizable payment links.
• Clinics: Enable advance payments during appointment booking to reduce no-shows and streamline billing.
• Freelancers: Use your phone’s NFC feature to collect card payments on delivery—no bulky POS device needed.

💼 Backed by House of Servers: Your Integration Partner

We offer full integration services for:

• Custom websites & mobile apps
• Thawani payment APIs
• Arabic & English payment pages
• Secure e-commerce and POS replacement flows

❌ Risks of Using International Payment Gateways in Oman

• Funds held for 7–10 days
• Currency conversion and wire fees
• Limited Arabic support
• Higher abandonment rates at checkout

✅ Summary: Why You Should Choose Thawani Pay

📞 Ready to Power Your Business with Thawani Pay?

If you’re serious about business in Oman, don’t outsource your payments to foreign gateways.

At House of Servers, we’ll help you:

• Integrate Thawani Pay quickly
• Design payment flows that convert
• Stay compliant with Central Bank regulations

👇 Contact Us Today

Email: info@serverhouseoman.com
Website: www.serverhouseoman.com
Based in: Muscat, Oman