Any individual (Omani or non-Omani) or legal entity such as companies, government bodies, investment funds, and others can open a shareholder account with Muscat Clearing and Depository Company. This account serves as the foundation for investing in the Muscat Stock Exchange, enabling the shareholder to execute trades, receive dividends, monitor balances, and benefit from various securities-related services.

You can apply to open an individual shareholder account by clicking on the "Don’t have an investor number?" option on the investor login page of the website and following the steps to fill out the data. You can also apply through the Oman Stocks mobile app or authorized brokers.

You can apply to open a shareholder account for companies and others by submitting an official request to the Depository and Registration Department via email at mcd.support@mcd.om or by visiting the Customer Service Center at the company.

The account is usually opened within two business days after all requirements and documents are fulfilled.

No, a legal entity can only have one investor number. However, multiple accounts can be merged or updated in case of duplication.

An investor account is registered under the name of the person or entity owning the securities, while a broker account is used to execute buying and selling transactions on behalf of clients.

Yes, accounts can be opened for minors or heirs following specific procedures, with a legal representative or inheritance documentation as applicable.

• Addition Form (Download form link) • Death Certificate • Agent’s ID Card • Inheritance Inventory • Power of Attorney • Bank account details of the heirs

Yes, investors can request to close their account by submitting a written and signed request to the Customer Service Center if they no longer have securities registered under their name or wish to stop trading.

If you forget your investor number, you can retrieve it from the homepage of the company’s website (www.mcd.om) by entering your Civil ID and the phone number linked to your account (make sure the phone number is updated in the system). If you cannot retrieve it online, contact the Call Center at 24822222 for assistance.

It is a digital platform provided by Muscat Clearing and Depository Company to facilitate access to investor services, including opening investor accounts, updating information, tracking balances, and receiving notifications.

No, Oman Stocks app is used to view your securities portfolio and shareholder-related information such as dividends and data. Buying and selling shares must be done through licensed brokerage firms.

Custody accounts can be opened by submitting an official request to the Depository and Registration Department via email at mcd.support@mcd.om