Frequently Asked Questions

Online Banking is a facility provided to you by Bank Muscat to help you bank with us anytime, anywhere. The service is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Our new Online Banking gives you everything you need to manage your banking and financial needs in one place. With easy-to-use navigation, you have greater control over how and when you bank. With a wide range of features to choose from you will also get the highest level of security.
The platform provides you convenience of banking without having to visit our branches or worrying about the branch timings.

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  • What are the new features of Bank Muscat Internet Banking?

    A. Omni Channel experience

    • User IDs and Passwords on Bank Muscat Internet Banking and Mobile Banking Channels are unified, you will be able to use same User ID and password on both the channels.
    • Internet Banking is now available in a mobile compatible version.
    • Internet Banking has been designed using the Responsive Web Design that make the webpages adjust automatically to a variety of devices and screen sizes.

    B. Bilingual

    • The new Online Banking is available in both English and Arabic

    C. Online Registration

    • Online Registration of Retail Individual Customers using Debit Card/PIN and Registered GSM Number.
    • Online retrieval of User ID through Debit card/PIN and Registered GSM Number.
    • Online Reset of Login Password through Debit card/PIN and Registered GSM Number.

    D. Enquiries

    • Balance in Current Account & Savings / Fixed Deposit / Loan accounts / Credit Cards / Prepaid Cards
    • Mini Statement.
    • Detailed Account Statement.
    • Credit Card Transaction History.
    • Credit Card Billed Statements.
    • Credit Card Unbilled Statements.
    • Credit Card Unsettled Transaction History.
    • Credit Card View EMI Purchase Transactions.
    • Online inquiry of Loan Amortization & Disbursement Schedules.
    • Exchange rate calculator for the selected currencies against Omani Rial.

    E. Personal Finance Management

    • Take control of your finances with our personal financial management tools.
    • View Your Personal Financial Dashboard aggregating the current, savings, Loans, Deposits, credit cards and more..
    • Create a budget to stay on track and plan for wherever life takes you.
    • Track your spending to see where your money is going each month.
    • Analyze trends to better know your spending habits.

    F. Bill Payments

    • Online Inquiry of outstanding amount for Internet, Postpaid Mobile and Landline for Omantel and Ooredoo. Also for OIFC-Electricity, OIFC-Water, ONEIC Electricity, ONEIC Water and MEDC Electricity Postpaid.
    • Register and Pay Utility Bills for Internet, Postpaid Mobile and Landline for Omantel and Ooredoo. Also for OIFC-Electricity, OIFC-Water, ONEIC Electricity, ONEIC Water and MEDC Electricity Postpaid.
    • Pay School Fees.
    • Register and Pay PASI contribution amount.
    • Pay Bank Muscat Credit Card and AMEX Credit Card Bills.
    • Mobile topup of leading Oman telecom providers (Omantel, Ooredoo, Renna/Red Bull and FRiENDi).
    • Pay your own Bank Muscat credit card and Prepaid Card Bills Online.

    G. Funds Transfer

    • Transfer funds between your own accounts.
    • Transfer funds to third party accounts within bank muscat.
    • Transfer funds to third party accounts within Bank Muscat using mobile number.
    • Transfer funds to other Local Bank Accounts within Oman.
    • Transfer funds to various Overseas Banks outside Oman. .
    • Speed Transfer through account to India, Pakistan, Phillipines, Srilanka and Bangladesh and Egypt.
    • Speed Transfer through wallet to Bangladesh
    • Transfer funds in cross currencies for the above mentioned payments.
    • Transfer to Bank Muscat Wallet.

    H. Investments and Insurance

    • Invest in Bank Muscat Money Market Fund
    • Invest in Bank Muscat Oryx Fund
    • Family Protection Plan Insurance
    • Home Contents Insurance Plan
    • Health Insurance
    • Critical Illness Plan Insurance
    • Motor Insurance

    I. Apply to IPO

    • Make an application for IPO.

    J. Standing Instructions

    • Set up of Standing Instructions for different payment types given above and for certain billers.

    K. Requests

    • Online Cheque book request.
    • Report Loss/Theft of your Debit card and request for instant blocking of the same.
    • Report Loss/Theft of your Credit card and request for instant blocking of the same.
    • Report Loss/Theft of your Prepaid card and request for instant blocking of the same.
    • Opening of Fixed Deposit Online with various maturity instructions.
    • Opening of Themaar Savings Plan Online.
    • Instant update of your personal particulars (i.e. GSM Number, Email Address, Phone Number & Postal Address). .
    • Instant Linking of Debit Card to multiple accounts
    • Instant Savings Account Opening.
    • Enable Debit Card for International usage for the specified dates.
    • Disable Debit Card for International usage for the specified dates.
    • View and Change repayment Percentage of your Credit card.
    • Apply for Prepaid card Online.
    • Instant Debit Card PIN Generation.
    • Instant Credit Card PIN Generation.
    • Instant Prepaid Card PIN Generation.
    • Customer Complaints and Enquiries.
    • Set SMS Language.

    L. SMS & Email Alerts:

    • Real-time SMS & Email alerts for all Financial and Non-Financial transactions initiated through Internet Banking.

    M. Secure Token

    • More secure & Safer Authentication process to perform certain transactions on Internet Banking using Secure Token OTP.

Registration and login

  • I am an existing user of the old Bank Muscat Internet Banking, what should I do to log in to the new Internet Banking System for the first time?

    If you're an existing user go to www.bankmuscatonline.com and Click on "Retail Login"

    • Enter your existing Internet Banking User ID, Password and click on the Login button.
    • After the successful login, you will be able to use the same User ID & Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins.
  • I am an existing user of the old Bank Muscat Mobile Banking,what should I do to log in to the new Internet Banking System for the first time?
    • User IDs and Passwords on Bank Muscat Internet Banking and Mobile Banking Channels are unified, you will be able to use same User ID and password on both the channels..
    • After completion of the first time login process on the new Bank Muscat Mobile Banking channel, you will be able to use the same User ID & Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins
  • I was using the Same User ID on the old Internet and Mobile Banking channels, what should I do to log in to the new Internet Banking System for the first time?
    • Enter your existing Internet Banking User ID, Password and click on the Login button.
    • After the successful login, you will be able to use the same User ID & Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins..
  • I was using different User ID’s on the old Internet and Mobile Banking channels, what should I do to log in to the new Internet Banking System for the first time?
    • Enter your existing Internet Banking User ID, Password and click on the Login button.
    • After the successful login, you will be able to use the same User ID & Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins.
    • Please note that your old mobile banking User ID will no longer be valid after completion of the above step using Internet Banking.
  • After I login to the new Internet Banking, I am getting an intermediate screen to enter a new User ID and a new Password again?
    • In case your Internet Banking User ID is not available in the system, you will get a prompt to enter a new User ID and a new password.
    • You will have to enter the User ID & password of your choice and complete the process.
    • After the successful login, you will be able to use the same new User ID & new Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins.
  • After I login to the new Internet Banking, I am getting a screen that is showing my Old Mobile Banking User ID.
    • In case your Internet Banking User ID is not available in the system however your Old Mobile Banking User ID is available, you will get a screen that displays your old Mobile Banking User ID.
    • You will have to select your old Mobile Banking User ID and complete the process.
    • After the successful login, you will be able to use the same User ID & new Password on both Internet and Mobile Banking for all your future logins.
  • I am a new User; How do I register for Bank Muscat Internet Banking?

    Internet Banking registration is easy and completely secure and will only take a few minutes to complete. Visit www.bankmuscatonline.com; Click on "Retail Login" and go to "Register Now" option and follow the steps indicated.

    • Enter Your Debit Card Number, PIN and the verification code.
    • Click on the "Generate OTP" button to get the One Time Password (OTP) on your Registered Mobile Number registered with the Bank.
    • Your Internet Banking User ID will be displayed on the screen. You will be able to set a new Password and login immediately to Bank Muscat Online Banking.
    • You will be able to use Mobile Banking with the same User ID and Password.
  • Who can register for this Internet Banking?

    To use this service, you should:

    • Have an existing account with Bank Muscat.
    • Have an Active Debit Card.
    • Have a valid mobile number registered with the bank.
    • Should belong to a Retail individual customer.
  • How much does Internet Banking cost?
    • There are no extra charges for usage of Internet Banking.
    • However, normal product fees and transaction related charges continue to apply.
  • Is this service available 24-hour?

    Yes. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • I am facing Trouble during Online Registration, what could be the reason?

    You may face trouble during Online Registration for the following reasons:

    • You may be entering the Debit Card Number of a card which is not active.
      • Please get in touch with 2479 5555 for assistance.
    • You may be entering the correct Debit Card Number but incorrect PIN
      • Please verify your PIN and ensure the correct PIN is entered.
    • Your mobile number may not be registered or having invalid mobile number in bank's record.
      • Please visit your Bank Muscat branch or contact 2479 5555 to update your mobile number.
    • You are a Joint Account Customer.
      • Please visit your Bank Muscat branch and provide request for Internet Banking Registration.
    • You have entered SMS OTP incorrectly for 5 times and the registration facility has got locked.
      • Please get in touch with 2479 5555 to unlock the same.
    • You are a Minor/Child Customer.
      • Minor customers are able to register for Bank Muscat Internet Banking with view access only. However a child customer is not eligible for Bank Muscat Internet Banking.
    • You are already a registered customer.
      • Please use "Trouble Logging in?" option to know your User ID or to reset your password.
    • You are using Credit Card or Prepaid card or Corporate Card.
      • You are not eligible for Bank Muscat Internet Banking.
    • You are a Meethaq Customer.
      • This is the conventional Bank Muscat Internet Banking. Meethaq customers will not be able to register here.
  • What should I do if I have forgotten my User ID?

    If you forget your Internet Banking User ID, Click on "Trouble Logging In?" Option available in the login page and follow the below steps.

    • Enter Your Debit Card Number, PIN and the verification code.
    • Click on Generate OTP button to get the One Time Password (OTP) on your Registered Mobile Number registered with the Bank.
    • Your Internet Banking User ID will be displayed on the screen.
  • What should I do if I have forgotten my Password?

    If you forget your Internet Banking Password, Click on "Trouble Logging In?" Option in the login page and follow the below steps.

    • Enter Your Debit Card Number, PIN and the verification code.
    • Click on Generate OTP button to get the One Time Password (OTP) on your Registered Mobile Number registered with the Bank.
    • You will be able to set up a new password to continue with your Internet banking.
  • Can I change my User ID after logging into my Internet Banking Account?
    • Yes, you can create your own personalized User ID for Internet Banking using the option "My Profile-> Change My User ID.
  • Can I change my login password after logging into my Internet Banking Account?
    • Yes, you can change your password using the option "My Profile-> Change Login Password" anytime to ensure security.
    • When changing your Password make sure that you set up something that no one could guess. You must memorize your Password and never write it down. These important steps will prevent unauthorized individuals from accessing your financial information.
  • What is the policy for setting up password?
    • Minimum length of the password should be of 8 characters.
    • Maximum length of the password cannot exceed 28 characters.
    • Password should be a combination of alphabets and numbers.
    • History of last 3 passwords should not be repeated.
    • Spaces are not allowed in between Password.
  • What happens if I incorrectly enter the login password?
    • You will receive an error message if you enter an invalid password.
    • You have 5 attempts to enter the correct login password. Entering wrong password on 5th time will lock your User ID.
  • My User ID is locked, how to I unlock my User ID?
    • You can easily Unlock your User ID by resetting your password online using the option "Trouble Logging in?" available in Login Page.
  • Minor Account Registration & Access in Internet Banking:
    • Minor customer will be able to perform Online Registration from Internet Banking
    • Minor customer will not be allowed to perform any type of transactions, transfers, bill payments, initiate request.
    • Forgot user and Forgot password and change password is allowed for Minor user.
    • User will be allowed to view all account transactions.
    • The same user when reached to age 18 years old and above, will be allowed to use all Internet Banking services similar to any other customer. New re-registration or different User Id/Password creation is not required.

Accounts

  • Can I see a summary of my accounts?
    • Yes. You can see a summary of your accounts at the "Overview" screen once you have logged-in to Internet Banking.
  • Can I view the transactions belonging to all my accounts?

    Yes, you can view the latest transaction or historical transactions belonging to all your

    • Accounts,
    • Deposits
    • Credit cards
    • Prepaid cards
  • Can I download the transactions?

    Yes, you can download your transactions for the following products into PDF or XLS format using the option "Download Details As" to save the information for your tracking.

    • Current and Savings Account.
    • Credit and Prepaid cards
    • Deposits and Loans
  • How do I view my Savings Account Statements?
    • Go to Accounts-> Savings.
    • Click the option "Detailed Statement" to see the transaction using date filter.
      Or
    • Click the option "Mini" to see your last 10 transactions.
  • How do I view my Current Account Statements?
    • Go to Accounts-> Current.
    • Click the option "Detailed Statement" to see thetransaction using date filter.
      Or
    • Click the option "Mini" to see your last 10 transactions.
  • Why do I have two balances appearing on my Account Details screen?
    • The two balances that appear on your account details screen are your Account Balance and Available balance
    • Account Balance shows how much total money you have in your account now.
    • Available Balance shows how much money you can take out of your account immediately.
  • How do I view my Deposit Statements?
    • Go to My Accounts->Deposits.
    • Click the option "Transaction History" against your deposit to see all transactions.
  • How do I view my Prepaid Cards Statement?
    • Go to My Accounts->Prepaid Cards.
    • Click the option "Transaction History" against your deposit to see all transactions.
  • What are the credit card services available online?
    • Credit Card Outstanding Balance enquiry
    • Credit Card Details
    • Credit Card Transaction History
    • Credit Card Payment
    • Credit Card Billed statement
    • Credit Card Unsettled Transactions enquiry.
    • Credit Card EPP - Easy payment plan(s) enquiry.
  • How to see the Details of my Credit Card?
    • Go to Accounts > Credit Card and click on Credit card Number
    • You can see the details related to Total Credit Limit, Available Credit Limit, Payment Due Date, Minimum Payment Amount, Amount Overdue etc
  • What are the prepaid card services available online?
    • Prepaid card Balance enquiry
    • Prepaid card details
    • Prepaid card Transaction History
    • Prepaid card funding.

Secure Mailbox

  • What is My Mailbox?

    Secure Mailbox is an email service that enables you to send enquiries or comments to us securely and confidentially.

    Mailbox feature menu allows you to:

    • Check your inbox for received mails
    • Send a Mail
    • Reply to a Mail
    • Delete a Mail

    When you receive a Mail from the bank a number indicator will be displayed in the option "Mailbox" indicating that you have new messages.

  • What type of enquiries can I send to the Bank?

    Please refer the Subject drop-down list provided when you compose an email to the Bank. You can submit enquiries or requests related to Accounts, Credit Cards, Statements, Debit Card, Cheque Books, Credit Card and Online Banking Services or provide general feedback.

  • Can I include attachments in my secure mail to the Bank?

    For security reasons, no attachments of documents or images are allowed with the secure mail message. Likewise, responses from the Bank will not include attachments.

  • How soon will I receive a response from the Bank?

    The Bank will respond to all enquiries, feedback and requests within 3 working days.

  • Can I use the Mail Box to send instructions for financial transactions?

    No. For security reasons, we do not accept any instruction relating to financial transactions through the Secure Mail Box.

  • I would like to give some comments and feedback to bank muscat, what should I do?
    • You can compose an email and send to us via the Secured Mailbox (or)
    • Email us at customerservice@bankmuscat.com (or)
    • Through a feedback screen shown after you have logged out successfully.

Personalisation

  • Set Internet Banking Preferences

    You can customize your Online Banking welcome message by entering your preferred name in the "Nick name" field available in the option "My Profile -> Set Preferences".

    Follow the guidelines below for entering your greeting:

    • Enter any name up to 30 characters, including spaces, in the field provided.
    • Click on Update button to confirm your changes.
    • Please logout after setting up of your Nick name and re login. Your custom greeting will appear immediately in the Overview page within Internet Banking.
  • Can I give a nickname for my accounts?

    Yes, you can give nicknames to your accounts for easier tracking and monitoring. Choose "My Profile> Set Preferences "

  • What is meant by Primary Account Number in Set Preferences/Language?

    The Account number selected here will appear on the top of the list while initiating any transactions. You can choose the primary account number through the option "My Profile->Set Preferences"

  • How do I maintain a favourite list of accounts?

    You can set your favourite accounts through the option "My Profile->Set Favourite Account". Accounts will be listed in the same order in Account Summary, Transfers and payments.

  • Logging Out

    When you are finished with your Internet Banking session, you should log out using the Log Out button at the top right hand side of the screen and close your browser window. For added security, if you are inactive for 10 minutes, the session will automatically log you out.

Bank Muscat Secure Token

  • What is Bank Muscat Soft Token and why should I use soft token?

    Bank Muscat Soft token is an app which you can use instead of your physical token. With soft token you no longer face the hassle of carrying your physical token as it replaces all your internet banking authentications through a seamless and secured journey with just your mobile phone.

  • Is the soft token app secure?

    Yes, the soft token app is built with global security standards as part of our multi-layered authentication to give you peace of mind.

    The Soft Token app is enabled on only one device, your smartphone, which is protected by your mobile device PIN/Biometric lock and the MPIN of soft token app. Additionally it can be only used on one mobile device through which you register your soft token app.

  • How much will it cost me?

    BM soft token app is free of cost.

    The only cost that applies to you is the network usage levied upon you by your telecom service provider

  • How do I download/access the BM soft token app?

    Downloading and using the BM soft token app is easy

    • iPhone users can download the application free from the App Store.

    • For Android users and Huawei, the app is available through play store and app gallery respectively

  • How do I get started with soft token app?

    You should have completed all the below 4 activities before you start using the soft token for authentication.

    • You are actively using Bank Muscat Internet Banking platform, in case you have not registered for Bank Muscat Internet Banking please visit https://www.bankmuscatonline.com/ and register yourself first.

    • Have successfully downloaded BM Soft token app from App store/play store/Huawei gallery onto your mobile device.

    • Have completed the registration process for BM Soft token app.

    • Have completed the activation process for BM soft token app.

  • I am using physical token for my internet banking transactions; can I replace it with BM soft token app?

    • Yes, you can easily replace your physical token with BM soft token app.

    • Simply download BM soft token app from App/play/Huawei store, complete the activation process by following the on-screen instructions.

  • I am not having a physical token, but I am a regular user of Internet Banking mostly checks my Account/Credit card balances, statements etc., shall I use the BM soft token app?

    You can continue to use such inquiry services without a need to have a soft token app.

    In case you want to perform transactions, you can simply download BM soft token app from App Store, Play store or Huawei App Gallery, complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.

  • How do I register/set up Soft Token?
    • 1. Download BM Soft Token app from App Store, Play store or Huawei App Gallery.
    • 2. Launch your BM Soft Token app and tap on Register Now option.
    • 3. Enter your registered mobile number, Debit Card number, PIN and click continue.
    • 4. SIM Authentication screen will be displayed, you need to click on Submit.
    • 4a. For customers using IOS device,
      • • A pre-composed SMS message to a short code recipient will be displayed in your IOS messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 4b. For customers using Android device,
      • • Allow SMS permission to send pre-composed SMS message to a Bank Muscat short code recipient from your messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 5. You will be redirected to MPIN setup screen where you need to enter MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
    • 6. You will be successfully registered for soft token app and it will be ready for use.
    • 7. Move to the next step of activation of soft token
  • How do I activate soft token?

    After you have successfully registered for BM soft token app, please follow the below steps to activate the soft token app.

    • 1. Login to your Internet Banking and go to Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > Activate Soft token > Press “Go”.
    • 2. Click on Generate Coloured QR Code button, a Coloured QR code will be displayed.
    • 3. Now launch your BM soft token app on your mobile device and tap on Scan QR Coloured Code.
    • 4. Your mobile device camera will open, scan the Coloured QR code displayed on your internet banking screen.
    • 5. Your soft token will be activated in next 12 hours, you will also receive SMS & email notification once the activation is completed.
    • 6. Your soft token will be ready to use to authenticate your internet banking transactions.
  • I am having an overseas mobile number registered in Bank records, Am I eligible for soft token?
    • • For customers using IOS devices, the soft token registration will be not be allowed for your overseas mobile number (the mobile number registered in Bank records).
    • • However for customers using Android devices, the soft token registration will be allowed even with your overseas mobile number.
  • How do I authenticate internet banking transactions with my soft Token app?

    You can authenticate your Internet Banking transactions by taking the following steps:

    1) Tap on the push notification sent to your mobile device.

    2) Enter MPIN to login.

    3) Review the transaction details and tap on “Approve” button to complete your authentication

  • I have accidentally closed the push notification; how shall I approve the transaction?

    In case you have not received the push notifications on your mobile device for more than 90 seconds, your Internet Banking screen will automatically generate a coloured QR code.

    You will then need to launch BM soft token app (Log in is required) > Tap on “Scan QR code” icon to open the mobile camera.

    Scan the coloured QR code displayed on the Internet Banking screen.

    Once the scanning is completed, your soft token app will display an 8-digit OTP.

    Enter the OTP in your internet banking screen and press Submit button to complete the transaction.

  • I did not receive a push notification to authenticate my transaction?

    Please ensure that you have enabled push notification and allowed permissions for BM soft token app to send you such notifications.

    For iPhone users, to enable push notification, go to your phone settings > select notifications > select on “BM soft token” > turn on “Allow Notifications”.

    For Android users, to enable push notification, go to your phone setting > select notifications > select on “BM soft token” > turn on notifications.

    Note: Push notifications may not be received if you are in a no/low network coverage area.

  • What if I still don’t receive push notifications even though Allow notifications is turned ON in my device settings?

    In case you have not received the push notifications on your mobile device for more than 90 seconds, your Internet Banking screen will automatically generate a coloured QR code.

    You will then need to launch BM soft token app (Log in is required) > Tap on “Scan QR code” icon to open the mobile camera.

    Scan the coloured QR code displayed on the Internet Banking screen.

    Once the scanning is completed, your soft token app will display an 8-digit OTP.

    Enter the OTP in your internet banking screen and press Submit button to complete the transaction.

  • Can I set up my soft token on various mobile phones?

    No. For security reasons, registration is only allowed using the mobile number registered with the bank.

    In case you need to update the mobile number registered with the bank, visit the branch or update through ATM or update through Internet Banking (using hard token).

  • Can I set up my Corporate user on the same Retail Soft Token?

    • Yes. You can activate your Corporate User within the same Retail Soft Token. You can simply click on “Add User” to activate the user.

  • How can I activate/register my Corporate User after clicking “Add User”?

    1. Click on Scan QR Code, your mobile device camera will open

    2. To proceed with the scanning, login to your Corporate Internet Banking User and go to Token Related Services > Activate Soft Token > Press “Go”

    3. Click on Generate Coloured QR Code button, a coloured QR code will be displayed for scanning from Soft Token App

    4. After scanning, an OTP will be sent to your registered e-mail and mobile number to be entered in the Soft Token App

    5. SIM Authentication screen will be displayed, you need to click on Submit.

    6a. For customers using IOS device,

    • • A pre-composed SMS message to a short code recipient will be displayed in your IOS messaging app, simply press the send icon.

    6b. For customers using Android device,

    • • Allow SMS permission to send pre-composed SMS message to a Bank Muscat short code recipient from your messaging app, simply press the send icon.

    7. You will be redirected to MPIN setup screen where you need to enter MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.

    8. You will be successfully registered for soft token app and it will be ready for use.

  • How many Corporate users can I activate in my Retail Soft Token?

    • You can have up-to 5 users which 4 can be Corporate Users in 1 Soft Token device and only 1 Retail user is allowed.

  • I am already using the Soft Token for my Corporate Account. How can I use it for my Retail Account?
    • • You can simply go to “Add User” after logging into your Corporate Account and proceed with the Retail User registration.
    • • You are entitled to have only 1 Retail user per Soft Token for security purposed.
  • How do I activate/Deactivate my biometric (touch id and face id) for logging in soft token app?

    Login to BM soft token app.

    Tap on Settings.

    Tap on Manage touch id option.

    Select/Deselect use touch id toggle option.

  • What is the use of Generate OTP option shown on Soft Token app?

    When you tap on Generate OTP option the app will generate an 8-digit OTP.

    This 8-digit OTP will be used for authenticating only the non-financial transactions.

    You will be prompted with a clear instruction in all the respective non-financial transaction screens if the Generate OTP option will have to be used.

  • I have forgotten my soft token MPIN, what should I do?

    • Launch your BM Soft Token app.

    • Tap on Forgot MPIN option

    • You will get the details of the Corporate User with instructions to proceed, then click on “Continue”

    • Login to your Internet Banking Corporate and go to Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > Forgot MPIN > Press “Go”.

    • A 6-digit Challenge Code will be generated.

    • Enter the 6-digit Challenge Code in your Soft Token App

    • Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.

    • You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.

  • I have multiple users in my Soft Token and have forgotten my MPIN, what should I do?

    • Launch your BM Soft Token app.

    • Tap on Forgot MPIN option

    • If your first Soft Token registration was with your Retail user:

    • o Enter your registered mobile number, Debit Card number and PIN.

    • o Enter OTP received on your registered mobile number and click Next.

    • o Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.

    • o You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.

    • If your first Soft Token registration was with your Corporate user:

    • o You will get the details of the Corporate User with instructions to proceed, then click on “Continue”

    • o Login to your Internet Banking Corporate and go to Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > Forgot MPIN > Press “Go”.

    • o A 6-digit Challenge Code will be generated

    • o Enter the 6-digit Challenge Code in your Soft Token App

    • o Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.

    • o You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.

  • I have entered MPIN incorrectly 5 times and my app has been locked, what should I do now to unlock my soft token app?

    • Launch your BM soft token app.

    • Tap on Forgot MPIN option

    • Enter your registered mobile number, Debit Card number and PIN.

    • Enter OTP received on your registered mobile number and click Next.

    • Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.

    • Your soft token app will be unlocked successfully, you can login to the app with your new MPIN.

  • I am an existing user of soft token app, but I want to change my device, how will I setup soft token app on my new device?

    • Please download the soft token app onto your new device

    • Complete the registration and activation process.

    • Soft Token on your previous mobile device will automatically be deregistered.

    • Your soft token app on your new device will be ready to use.

  • I am an existing user of soft token app, but I have lost my mobile device, what should I do now?

    • For security reasons, it is recommended to de-register soft token from your mobile device that has been lost.

    • To do that, login to Internet banking and use the option “Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > De-register Soft token” to deregister your mobile device.

    • You can also contact our call centre at 24795555 and provide a request for de-registration.

    • In case you want to use the soft token app again please download the soft token app onto your new device and complete the registration and activation process.

    • Your soft token app on your new device will be ready to use.

  • I have accidently uninstalled my soft token app, how will I setup soft token app again.

    • Simply download BM soft token app again from App store or play store or Huawei gallery, complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.

    • Your soft token app will be ready to use.

  • I have entered soft token OTP incorrectly multiple times and my soft token app has been disabled, how will I enable again.

    • Go to “Token related services > Soft Token Related Services > Enable soft token > Press “Go”.

    • Enter the SMS OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

    • Submit the request

    • After successful completion, your soft token app will be ready to use

  • How do I change my MPIN?

    • Login to BM soft token app.

    • Tap on Settings.

    • Tap on Change MPIN option

    • Enter current MPIN, new MPIN, confirm MPIN.

    • Click Submit.

    • Use the new MPIN for all your subsequent logins

  • What happens if I permanently change my SIM card?

    • There is no impact when changing your SIM card as long as the mobile number remains the same.

    • However if you have changed your mobile number you will need to update it through Internet Banking (using Hard token) or by visiting the branch.

  • Can I continue using Physical Token?

    • Yes, you will be able to use your Physical Token for all your transactions seamlessly.

  • Can I use both hard and soft token at the same time?

    • No, for security reasons only one transaction authentication mode will be allowed for authentication.

    • You cannot use both Hard and soft token at the same time for your authentication.

  • How do I switch back to Hard Token?

    • Go to “Token related services > Hard Token Related Services > Switch to Hard token > Press “Go”.

    • Submit the request using the SMS OTP received on your registered mobile number.

    • After successful completion, you will be able to authenticate your transactions using your previously used hard token device.

    Note: If you have not used hard token before, this functionality will not work. You need to visit any branch and collect a new hard token.

  • How do I switch back to Soft Token?

    • Go to “Token related services > Soft Token Related Services > Switch to Soft token > Press “Go”.

    • Submit the request.

    • After successful completion, you will be able to authenticate your transactions using your previously used soft token app.

    Note: If you have not used soft token app before, this functionality will not work. You need to simply download BM soft token app from App Store, Play store or Huawei App Gallery, complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.

  • I am having a joint account, Am I eligible for soft token?

    Currently the facility of availing soft token app is not allowed for Joint account holders.

    However you can continue using hard token for your authentication.

Service Request:

  • Can I update my personal Details?

    Yes, you can update the below personal details instantly through the option "My Profile -> View Profile"

    • Phone Number.
    • Postal Address.
    • Mobile Number.
    • Email ID.
  • Can I report a lost or stolen Debit card from Internet Banking?

    Yes you can. Go to the "Customer Service" option and select the "Block Debit Card" Section.

  • Can I report a lost or stolen Credit card from Internet Banking?

    Yes you can. Go to the "Customer Service" option and select the "Block Credit Card" Section.

  • Can I report a lost or stolen Prepaid card from Internet Banking?

    Yes you can. Go to the "Customer Service" option and select the "Block Prepaid Card" Section.

  • How do I open a new Fixed Deposit online?

    You can now open a Fixed Deposit online through bank muscat online banking, Simple go to Customer Service > Service Request > Accounts > Open Fixed Deposit

    • Enter the Deposit Amount
    • Choose the duration of your Fixed Deposit.
    • Select the account from which funds will be used to open your Fixed Deposit Account.
    • Select the appropriate Interest Instruction details.
    • Select the appropriate Renewal Instruction details and click on Continue.

    You will now be displayed a summary of all the details entered by you. Click on 'Submit' to open your Fixed Deposit.

  • How much money do I need to deposit to open a new Fixed Deposit?

    You can open a Fixed Deposit with a minimum of RO 1000.

  • How do I know the interest rate /tenor of Fixed Deposit?
    • If you would like to know the latest tenors and interest rates offered by Bank Muscat for Fixed Deposits, click on 'Fixed Deposit Interest Rate'.
    • The calculator provides indicative rates of the maturity value. Rates are subject to change from time to time.

    For additional terms and conditions please visit the nearest Bank Muscat branch for details.

  • Shall I pre close the deposit or change the maturity instruction of the deposit during the tenure?

    In case you want to pre close the deposit or change your maturity instruction, please visit your Bank Muscat branch and provide a written request.

  • Apply for New products

    You can place a request for the following products

    • Loans
    • Insurance
    • Investments
    • Credit Card
    • Expat Services
    • Prepaid Card

    You will be contacted by our Bank Muscat representative to fulfill your request.

  • Can I block my debit card immediately?

    You can now Block your Bank Muscat Debit Card through Internet Banking in case your card is lost or stolen. Follow these simple steps to immediately block your card:

    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > Block Debit Card"
    • Select the Card, you wish to block and click "Submit". Verify the details and confirm
    • A success message would be displayed after successful blocking of your Debit Card.
  • Can I block my Credit card immediately?

    You can now Block your Bank Muscat Credit Card through Internet Banking in case your card is lost or stolen. Follow these simple steps to immediately block your card:

    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Credit Cards > Block Credit Card"
    • Select the Card, you wish to block and click "Submit". Verify the details and confirm.
    • A success message would be displayed after successful blocking of your Credit Card.
  • Can I request for a cheque book?

    You can give a request for cheque book online through "Customer Service > Service Request > Accounts > Request New Cheque Book". An SMS will be sent on your registered mobile number when Cheque book is ready for collection.

  • Can I link my debit card to multiple Accounts?

    You can place an Online request to link additional accounts to your debit card through the option "Customer Service > Service Requests-> Link Debit Card to Multiple Accounts".

  • Can I place request for linking my card to an inactive or dormant account?

    No, you can only link your Bank Muscat Debit Card to an active account.

  • How long will it take to change my card linkage?

    Bank will take upto 3 working days to process your request.

  • Can I link my card to any account?

    You can link your card upto Maximum of 4 active accounts at a time.

  • How do I enable International Access of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > Enable International Access"
    • Select the Debit Card.
    • Select Start Date and End Date
    • Select countries for which the access should be enabled & Continue
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is enabled for ATM and POS transactions in all selected countries for the selected date range, this will not impact any Online Transactions (like e-commerce site).

  • How do I disable International Access of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > Disable International Access"
    • Select the Debit Card and continue.
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is disabled for ATM and POS transactions in all countries (other than Oman), this will not impact any Online Transactions (like e-commerce site).

  • How do I delete the ‘Disable International access request’ of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > View/Delete – Enable Access Requests"
    • Select the Debit Card and continue.
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is disabled for ATM and POS transactions for the selected countries.

  • How can I apply for Prepaid card Online?
    • Go to "Customer Service" option and select "Prepaid cards ->Apply for new prepaid card" option
    • Select Your Account with Bank Muscat
    • Enter the First Load Amount
    • Select the Delivery Mode as delivery at branch, your default branch will be displayed, and you can change the branch with option Look Up next to it, where you would receive the Prepaid card.
    • Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same.
    • Click on Next Button and verify the details.
    • Input the OTP.
    • Click on Submit.
    • A success message and the newly created card number details will be displayed once after successful submission of the request.
  • How to register Complaints & Enquiries?
    • Go to "Customer Service" option and select "Complaints Complaints & Enquiries" option.
    • Select the "Area" of the complaint.
    • Select the "Category" of the complaint.
    • Select the "SubCategory" of the complaint.
    • Select the "Issue" of the complaint.
    • Click on Next.
    • Enter all the mandatory fields.
    • Click on Continue Button and verify the details.
    • Enter the OTP and click on confirm.
    • A success message and the Feedback ID will be displayed after successful submission of the request.
    • Please make a note of the Feedback ID for all your future communication with Bank.
  • How do I change my savings Account type?

    Go to Service Requests > "Requests > Account > Change Your Savings Account Type"

  • Which account type change be changed using this option?
    • If you have "Al Mazyona savings interest bearing account", you can change to “Al Mazyona Saving Non-Interest Bearing”.
    • If you have "Al Mazyona savings non-interest bearing account", you can change to “Al Mazyona Saving Interest Bearing”.
  • Will the account type change gets processed instantly?
    • Yes, the change gets processed instantly
    • You will also receive a success SMS and email notification

Apply for Loans & Credit Cards through Internet Banking.

  • How to apply for Loans on Internet Banking?

    • Go to Accounts -> Apply for New products -> Click Apply for Loan.
    • Select Loan type & sub type and click continue
    • Your personal details, contact details, address details, employment & salary details as per the Bank’s records will be pre-filled and displayed to you.
    • Review all the details and make changes/modifications wherever applicable.
    • • Please contact the branch if the non-editable information is incorrect.

    • Input loan details.
    • Select insurance details
    • Verify all details before the final submission
    • Input OTP and submit the request.
    • You will see a success message on the screen.
    • An SMS and Email containing application reference number will be sent to you.
    • You need to physically visit the branch to submit the appropriate documents within 5 working days.
  • How to apply for a Credit Card on Internet Banking?
    • Go to Accounts -> Apply for New products -> Click Apply for Credit Card
    • Select the appropriate Product, click continue.
    • Your personal details, address details, employment details as per the Bank’s records will be pre-filled and displayed to you.
    • Review all the details and make changes/modifications wherever applicable.
    • • Please contact the branch if the non-editable information is incorrect.

    • Input card details
    • Verify all details before the final submission.
    • Input OTP and submit the request
    • You will see a success message on the screen.
    • An SMS and Email containing application reference number will be sent to you.
    • You need to physically visit the branch to submit the appropriate documents within 5 working days.
  • What are the Loan Products available to apply for?
    • Personal loan
    • "Sayyarati" Loan for new car
    • "Sayyarati" Loan for used car
    • "Zaffa" Marriage loan **
    • "Terhal" Travel loan **
    • "Shahadati" Educational loan **
    • Health and beauty loan **
    • ** for Omanis only

  • What are the Credit Cards that I can apply for?
    • VISA Infinite Credit Card
    • Gold Credit Card
    • Oman Air Credit Card
    • Lulu Credit Card
    • Al Jawhar VISA Platinum Credit Card (for Jawhar Customers only)
    • Asalah VISA Signature (for Asalah Customers only)
    • Private banking VISA Infinite (for Private Banking Customers only)
  • What should be done after submitting the request online?
    • You will need to physically visit the branch for submission of all required documents to finalize your application request.
  • Which branch should be visited to complete the process?
    • At the final stage of your application you will be asked to select the branch of your choice for document submission.
    • You may select any branch as per your convenience. However, once completed, you can only visit the selected branch for a seamless experience
    • The Bank will not be able to process the application at any other branch.
  • What documents should I carry while visiting the branch?
    • For Personal loan, “Zaffa” Marriage loan, “Terhal” Travel loan, “Shahadati” Educational loan, Health and Beauty loan:
    • • National ID card.

      • Copy of passport front page, back page and visa page (for Expat customers only)

      • Salary certificate/Salary transfer letter.

      • School fee invoice (for “Shahadati” educational loan only)

      • Insurance policy document and assignment letter from your insurance service provider (only if you have selected external insurance).

    • For “Sayyarati” new car loan:
    • • National ID card.

      • Copy of passport front page, back page and visa page (for Expat customers only)

      • Salary certificate/Salary transfer letter.

      • Dealer quotation

      • Driving license.

      • Insurance policy document and assignment letter from your insurance service provider (only if you have selected external insurance).

    • For “Sayyarati” used car loan:
    • • National ID card.

      • Copy of passport front page, back page and visa page (for Expat customers only)

      • Salary certificate/Salary transfer letter.

      • Car valuation from the approved valuator.

      • Driving license.

      • Mulkiya ID.

      • Insurance policy document and assignment letter from your insurance service provider (only if you have selected external insurance).

    • For Credit Cards:
    • • National ID card.

      • Copy of passport front page, back page and visa page (for Expat customers only)

      • Salary certificate/Salary transfer letter.

  • If the application is not completed, it could be due to several reasons, such as:
    • Your age may be above 55 years.
    • Your National ID has expired.
    • Your KYC (personal details update) is incomplete/pending
    • You are a Non-resident.
    • You have a Joint account.
    • You have a legal heir account.
    • Your salary is not credited to your Bank Muscat account.
    • You have existing Bank Muscat liabilities that have past dues.
    • Your company is not in the approved list of the Bank.
    • You are in the Classified or Caution or Write-off list of the bank.
    • Your salary is less than the minimum eligible salary amount as per the Bank’s internal policy.
    • Your experience at the company where you are currently working is less than the minimum experience as per the Bank’s internal policy
    • Your expected loan amount is more than the maximum loan amount allowed for the product you have chosen.
  • Will the Loan or Credit Card be issued after I have successfully submitted the request through Internet Banking?
    • No, please note that submission of the request does not guarantee the final authorization of the Loan or Credit Card
    • After you have submitted the relevant documents at the branch, the Bank will verify the documents and approve the Loan/Credit Card only if it meets the internal credit policies of the Bank.
  • What is KYC (know your customer) and why it is so important?
    • As per the regulations set by Central Bank of Oman, Know Your Customer (KYC) is the process of verifying and maintaining the identity/information/documents of the customers, at all times. It also enables banks to understand its customers and their financial dealings to serve them better and manage its risks cautiously. The objective of KYC guidelines is to prevent banks from being used, by criminal elements for money laundering activities.
  • Are KYC requirements mandatory?
    • Yes, KYC requirements are mandatory and have always been enforced. Banks have been taking KYC documents in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Central Bank of Oman.
  • How frequently do I need to update my KYC?
    • We review our KYC records of the customers on an ongoing basis. We will get in touch with you, if your KYC document(s) need to be updated, in future.
  • Will I be notified to update my KYC details in the Bank Records?
    • We will review our KYC records of the customers on an ongoing basis. We will display a reminder popup in the Mobile or Internet Banking channel in case your KYC is going to expire in 60 days or KYC is already due for update.
    • We will also send a reminder SMS and Email notifications prior to 15 and 30 days.
  • What will happen if I do not update my KYC details?
    • As a bank, we endeavor to provide you with the best services at all times. However, we will be constrained to place restrictions on your account/debit card or even a possible exit, of your accounts, in the absence of KYC information / documents.
  • How do I update my KYC?
    • Login to your Internet Banking, go to Service Requests option and select KYC then click on Update KYC and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • How do I update the expiry date of my Civil/Resident ID?
    • Login to your Internet Banking, go to Service Requests option and select KYC then click on Update Legal ID\ Passport and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • How do I update the expiry date of my Civil/Resident ID?
    • Login to your Internet Banking, go to Service Requests option and select KYC then click on Update Legal ID\ Passport and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • How do I update my passport details?
    • If you are an Omani or Resident customer, there is no mandate to provide your passport details. However, if you are a Non-Resident customer, passport details can be updated through Service Requests option and select KYC then click on Update Legal ID\ Passport and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • What do I need to keep ready to update my KYC details?
      If you have a Salary account in Bank Muscat

      Civil ID card (if you are Omani – keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Resident ID card (if you are Resident– keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Passport (if you are Non-Resident– keep the physical passport ready in hand for scanning)

      Address proof – Any one of the following to be attached

    • Copy of House Mulkiya / Tenancy Agreement
    • Letter from Wali / Shaikh certifying address
    • Copy of Utility Bill
    • Letter from Employer
    • If proof is not in customer name, a letter specifying relationship along with valid ID copy .
    • If you not have a salary account in Bank Muscat.

      Civil ID card (if you are Omani – keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Resident ID card (if you are Resident– keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Passport (if you are Non-Resident– keep the physical passport ready in hand for scanning)

      Address proof – Any one of the following to be attached

    • Copy of House Mulkiya / Tenancy Agreement
    • Letter from Wali / Shaikh certifying address
    • Copy of Utility Bill
    • Other bank statements
    • Letter from Employer
    • If proof is not in customer name, a letter specifying relationship along with valid ID copy .
    • Employment proof – Any one of the following to be attached

    • Staff ID Card
    • Latest Salary or Pay Slip
    • Letter from Employer / Salary Certificate/li> If you are a Self-Employed or Business owner

      Civil ID card (if you are Omani – keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Resident ID card (if you are Resident– keep the physical card ready in hand for scanning)

      Passport (if you are Non-Resident– keep the physical passport ready in hand for scanning)

      Address proof – Any one of the following to be attached

    • Copy of House Mulkiya / Tenancy Agreement
    • Letter from Wali / Shaikh certifying address
    • Copy of Utility Bill
    • Other bank statements
    • Letter from Employer
    • If proof is not in customer name, a letter specifying relationship along with valid ID copy .
    • Copy of the CR document.
    • Additionally
    • W9 form should be attached if you are an US tax resident and/or US national or Green card holder.
    • W8 BEN form should be attached If you have an US address/telephone number and/or you make ongoing payments to US is selected.
  • What is a liveness test that gets displayed when I Update my KYC or Legal ID?
    • Liveness test is a system verification to identify your photo taken in real-time to ensure your live presence. This acts as an important factor when it comes to detecting identity fraud. During liveness test you will be required to take a selfie for validation. System will perform your face verification checks to ensure your live presence.
  • Will the successful completion of KYC update the Bank records instantly?
    • Yes, the details get updated in the Bank records instantly, you will also receive a confirmation SMS and Email notification. However, if you fall under one of the below 4 criteria, bank will take 30 working days to validate the details of the request submitted and approve subject to internal KYC policy. 1) You are a FATCA. 2) You are a PEP (politically exposed person) or associated with PEP. 3) You are from a High-Risk nation. 4) You are a Non-Resident.
  • Will I be notified if the request is approved by the bank?
    • Yes, you will receive an SMS and Email notification once your KYC request is approved by the bank.
  • I am a tax resident in a country other than Oman? How do I declare my Tax status?
    • You can declare if you are a tax resident in any country/jurisdiction other than Oman. Login to your Internet Banking, go to Service Requests option and select KYC then click on Update Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and follow the on-screen instructions.

Bill Payment & Credit Card Payment

  • What is Bill Payment?

    Bill Payment is a free online bill pay service which allows you to make payments to any of the listed billers from your Banking accounts.

  • What are the advantages of paying bills online?
    • You can save your time and money by not having to go to the billers office.
    • You can also do an immediate payment or set a future date or scheduled recurring instructions for your bill payment.
  • Who can I pay to?

    You can pay bills to any of our listed billers

    • Ooredoo Post paid GSM/Tel/Internet
    • Ooredoo Top Up GSM/Tel/Internet
    • Omantel Internet
    • Omantel GSM
    • Omantel Telephone
    • Omantel Topup
    • Renna / Red Bull Mobile Topup.
    • FRiENDi Topup
    • OIFC Electricity - Muscat (MEDC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Mazoon (MZEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Majan (MJEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Rural(RAECO)
    • OIFC Electricity - Dhofar (DPC)
    • OIFC Water
    • ONEIC Electricity
    • ONEIC Electricity Prepaid
    • ONEIC Water
    • MEDC Postpaid Electricity
    • MEDC Prepaid Electricity
    • PASI – CIVIL
    • PASI - COMMERCIAL
    • Fees for Assafwah Private School
    • Fees for Indian School Al Ghubrah
    • Fees for Indian School Muladah
    • Fees for Indian School Salalah
    • Jaifar Ibn Al Julanda School Fees
    • Fees for Mad Science Day Care
    • Fees for Math Genius
    • Fees for Modern Coll Business & Sci
    • Fees for National Nursry Montessori
    • Fees for Pakistan School Muscat
    • Fees for Rikaz Tech and Human Res
    • Fees for Sri Lankan School
    • Fees for Sultan School
    • Fees for Muscat College
    • Fees for Middle east college of Information
    • Fees for Indian School Muscat
    • Fees for Markaz Alisary School
    • Fees for Indian School Sohar
    • Fees for Indian School Maabela
    • Fees for A’Sharqiyah University
    • National Finance Loan Installment
    • Oman Oil Marketing
    • Opensooq
  • How do I get started with Online Bill Payment?
    • Log in to Internet Banking.
    • Select the Transfers/Payments > Payments > Bill Payment option.
    • Select the Bill Payments option.
    • Choose between the option "Payment to New Biller" or "Payment to Registered Biller" if you want to make payment to a New Biller or to a biller which is already registered respectively.
    • Enter the Biller Information you want to pay.
    • Click on Validate Biller.
    • Enter the payment details and confirm the transaction
  • Can I view my Outstanding due amount online?

    Yes, you can view the Outstanding due amount online for the below Billers on click of Validate Biller available in the screen Bill Payments option, also upon successful payment of the below billers the outstanding amount will get reduced real time.

    • OIFC Electricity - Muscat (MEDC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Mazoon (MZEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Majan (MJEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Rural(RAECO)
    • OIFC Electricity - Dhofar (DPC)
    • OIFC Water
    • MEDC Postpaid Electricity
    • ONEIC Electricity
    • ONEIC Water
    • Omantel Internet
    • Omantel Telephone
    • Omantel GSM Postpaid
    • Ooredoo Landline
    • Ooredoo Internet
    • PASI – CIVIL
    • PASI - COMMERCIAL
    • National Finance Loan Installment
    • Oman Oil Marketing
    • Opensooq
  • How long will it take for the billing organization to receive the bill payment?

    For all billers (other than the biller mentioned above) Please allow at least 2 to 3 days from the day of your payment date for the biller to receive your payment.

  • Is the service free?

    Yes. The service is free for the customers.

  • Can I do a Topup for my phone or my friend's phone?

    Yes. You can do a mobile Topup for any Ooredoo or Omantel or Renna / Red Bull Mobile or FRiENDi by going to "Bill Payment" option.

  • How soon does the top-up reflect in my mobile account?

    On successful completion of the top-up transaction, the mobile will receive a confirmation SMS from the service provider.

  • Can I set a future date or scheduled instruction for my bill payment?
    • No, it is not possible set a future date or schedule a recurring instruction for your bill payment.
  • How do I set up a One-time Future Dated Bill Payment?
    • Go to Bill Payments option..
    • Select the Transaction Date (dd/MM/yyyy) to any future date you wish to make the payment.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your One-time Future Dated Bill Payment.
  • How do I pay my credit card(s) online?
    • You can make payment to your own Bank Muscat Credit Card outstanding amount via immediate, one time or recurring Standing instructions mode.
    • To pay, simply click on Bill payments - >Pay my Credit Card Bill" and select the card you wish to pay.
  • How long will it take for the money to be credited to my Bank Muscat Credit Card?
    • If you do an immediate payment to your credit card, the credit card statement will be updated immediately.
    • However if your schedule a payment for a future date or set up a recurring payment it will take upto 1 working day for the payment to get updated in the Credit Card Statement.
  • Can I pay a 3rd party Bank Muscat Credit Card?
    • Yes, you can pay via immediate, future transfer or scheduled payment mode.
    • Simply go to 'Bill Payment > Payment to Credit Card'.
    • In Case you have already registered the credit card for payment just select it from the registered biller list.
    • Else fill in the credit card information and confirm the transaction.
    • Once your request is successfully submitted, your transaction will be processed. The credit card will be added under your Registered Biller List and you can make use of the same for all your future payments.
  • Can I make payment to AMEX Credit Card?
    • Yes, you can pay via immediate, future transfer or scheduled payment mode.
    • Simply go to 'Bill Payments > Payment to Credit Card'
    • In Case you have already registered the credit card for payment just select it from the registered biller list.
    • Else fill in the credit card information and confirm the transaction
    • Once your request is successfully submitted, your transaction will be processed. The credit card will be added under your Registered Biller List and you can make use of the same for all your future payments.
  • How do I pay my prepaid card(s) online?
    • You can make payment to your Prepaid Card via immediate, one time or recurring Standing instructions mode.
    • To pay, simply click on Bill payments -> Funding of Pre-paid card and select the card you wish to pay.
  • How long will it take for the money to be credited to my Prepaid Card?
    • If you do an immediate payment to your prepaid card, the prepaid card statement will be updated immediately.
    • However if you schedule a payment for a future date or set up a recurring payment it will take upto 1 working day for the payment to get updated in the Prepaid Card Statement.
  • How do I pay for Charity online?
    • You can make payment to a charity organization immediately.
    • To pay, simply click on Bill payments -> Charity Contribution" and select the card you wish to pay.

Types of Transfers

  • Within your own Bank Muscat accounts
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One-time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. No charges
  • 3rd party accounts within Bank Muscat
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One-time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. Charges of 0.500 OMR are applicable for future date and recurring transfers
  • Other Bank account within Oman
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One-time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. Charges are applicable
    4. i. Charges of 1 OMR for upto 20,000 OMR transfer

      ii. Charges of 4.250 OMR for over 20,000 OMR transfer

    5. Your account will be debited instantly and the Funds Transfer will be executed by the bank immediately in near real-time (i.e. in few minutes) including on Bank Holidays.
  • Speed Transfer to India
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. Charges of 2 OMR are applicable for one-time future date and recurring transfers
    4. NEFT charges 1.5 OMR per transaction
    5. IMPS charges 2 OMR per transaction
    6. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and India.
  • Speed Transfer to Philippines
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. Charges of 1.5 OMR per transaction
    3. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and Philippines.
  • Speed Transfer to Sri Lanka
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. Charges of 1.5 OMR per transaction
    3. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and Sri Lanka.
  • Speed Transfer to Pakistan
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. Charges of 1.5 OMR per transaction
    3. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and Pakistan.
  • Speed Transfer to Bangladesh
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. Charges of 1.5 OMR per transaction
    3. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and Bangladesh.
  • Speed Transfer to Egypt
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. Charges of 1.5 OMR per transaction
    3. Processing of transaction will take place within 2 common working days of Oman and Egypt.
  • International Funds Transfer
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. Charges of 15 OMR per transaction if the local and overseas charges are borne by you.
    4. Charges of 5 OMR per transaction if the local charges are borne by you and overseas charges are borne by beneficiary
    5. For One Time or Recurring Standing Instruction RO 2 will be taken as an execution charges.
    6. Processing time;
    7. i. for Eastern Currencies (AUD, SGD, JPY, NZD, HKD) is next working day

      ii. For Non-Eastern Currencies processing will be done on the same day for the request received before 14:00 GST. For the request received after 14:00 GST processing will be done on Next working Day.

  • Add funds to Mobile Wallet
    1. Immediate transfer through mobile number
    2. Beneficiary has to be activated for Wallet payments
    3. No charges
  • Tax Payment
    1. Immediate transfer
    2. One time future date and recurring standing instruction transfers
    3. Daily transaction limit is OMR 15,000 for all 3rd party payments.
    4. For Remittance requests of OMR 20,000 and below, your account will be debited instantly and the Funds Transfer will be executed by the bank immediately in near real-time (i.e. in few minutes) including on Bank Holidays
    5. All remittance requests received on holidays and weekends will be processed on next working day
  • Can I set up recurring or future-dated transfers

    You can schedule future-dated transfers to Own Bank Muscat Accounts, 3rd party Bank Muscat accounts, 3rd party local bank accounts, Speed Transfer India and International funds transfer up to 3 years in advance. Recurring transfers can be made at regular intervals, such as daily, weekly, monthly, Quarterly, Half yearly and yearly.

  • How do I set up a One-time Future Dated Transfer?
    • Go to Transfers > Fund Transfers and select the relevant transaction type
    • Select the Transaction Date (dd/MM/yyyy) to any future date you wish to make the payment.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your One-time Future Dated Transfer.
  • How do I set up a Recurring Transfer?
    • Go to Transfers > Transfers and select the relevant transfer type.
    • Select Recurring from the "Frequency Type" drop down field.
    • Specify date when the transfer should start in the "Recurring Start Date" field.
    • Specify the frequency of the transfer in "Frequency" field.
    • Specify the Number of Installements of the transfer to be made in "Number of Installments" field.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your Recurring Transfer.
  • How Can I View pending Transfers to be executed?
    • Go to "Transfers" > " Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Current Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search.
  • How can I View Executed Standing Instructions?
    • Go to "Transfers" > "View Completed Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Completed Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search
  • Will the foreign exchange rate displayed online the actual rate for any cross currency Transfers?
    • The foreign exchange rate displayed online is only indicative and it does not represent the actual rate that takes effect on any Cross Currency Transfers.
    • The exchange rate is subjected to the Bank's prevailing exchange rate as of the date and time of processing.
  • How do I know that the transaction was successful?
    • After the payment is made, you will be shown a receipt screen. This screen will contain a 'Transaction Status' title, which will display 'SUCCESS' in case of successful transactions and 'FAILURE' in case of failed transactions. This screen will also contain the transaction reference number. Please note this down and quote this in case of any transaction queries with Bank Muscat.
    • You will be able to see the successful transaction appear in the mini/detailed statement.
  • What are the daily transaction limits?

    Transaction Types

    Number of Transactions Allowed /Day

    Transaction Limit Allowed /Day (in OMR)

    Transfers to Own Accounts

    50

    75,000

    Own Credit Card Bill payment

    All 3rd Party Transfers & 3rd Credit Card Payment

    50

    15,000

    Utility Bill Payment

    50

    7,500

  • Can I stop my Standing Instruction before execution?
    • Yes, go to "Transfers" > "Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Current Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search.
    • Click on Stop to continue.
    • Make sure that you are stopping the Standing instruction 1 working day prior to the due date of the execution.
    • Also keep in mind that if the due date of your Standing instruction falls on a holiday your account will be debited on the previous business day.

Mutual Funds

  • What are Bank Muscat Oryx fund, Bank Muscat Money Market fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund?
    • Bank Muscat Oryx fund, Bank Muscat Money Market fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund are mutual funds managed by Bank Muscat Asset Management.
  • I am a new investor; can I invest in Mutual Funds without visiting the branch?

    You can now invest in Mutual Funds online through Bank Muscat Internet Banking, simply go to Investments & Insurance > Investments > You will have the option to Invest in Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund.

    • Select New Folio
    • Select the Fund name according to which one you earlier selected; Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund
    • NAV and current units will be displayed
    • Select your debit account (OMR or foreign currency)
    • Enter the Amount to be invested in OMR
    • Click on Continue button and verify the details
    • Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same
    • Input the OTP and click on Submit
    • A success message will be displayed after successful submission of the request
  • How can I invest in Bank Muscat Money Market or Bank Muscat Oryx Mutual Fund?

    You can now invest Mutual Funds online through Bank Muscat Internet Banking, simply go to Investments & Insurance > Investments > You will have the option to Invest in Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund.

    • Select Your Folio Number
    • Select the Fund name according to which one you earlier selected; Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund
    • NAV and current units will be displayed
    • Select your debit account (OMR or foreign currency)
    • Enter the Amount to be invested in OMR
    • Click on Continue button and verify the details
    • Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same
    • Input the OTP and click on Submit
    • A success message will be displayed after successful submission of the request
  • What is the minimum/maximum amount I can invest?
    • You can invest in Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund with a minimum of RO 50 or invest in Bank Muscat Money Market fund with a minimum of RO 500 and a maximum limit of 75,000 for all the funds.
  • How can I redeem in Bank Muscat Money Market, Bank Muscat Oryx Mutual Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund?

    You can now redeem Mutual Funds online through Bank Muscat Internet Banking, simply go to Investments & Insurance > Investments > You will have the option to Redeem in Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund

    • o Select Your Folio Number
    • o Select the Fund name according to which one you earlier selected; Bank Muscat Money Market Fund, Bank Muscat Oryx Fund, Bank Muscat Al Tharwa Fund and Meethaq Equity Fund
    • o Select redemption by: Current Value or Current Units
    • o Enter amount/units
    • o Click on Continue button and verify the details
    • o Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same
    • o Input the OTP and click on Submit
    • o A success message will be displayed after successful submission of the request

Browser specification

  • What should my Browser specification be?

    Older versions of the below mentioned browsers may experience problems in rendering the new Online banking and this may affect usability and certain functions.

    • The following specifications are the minimum essential requirements for getting started with Online Banking:

    Browser

    Version

    Internet Explorer

    11.0 and above

    Firefox

    27.0 and above

    Google Chrome

    30.0 and above

Personal Finance Management

  • What is Personal Finance Management (PFM)?

    Personal Finance Management (PFM) enables Internet banking customers to manage their finances

    • By keeping tracking of and Analyzing incomes.
    • By making plans about spending and incomes.
    • Through automatic categorization of all transactions.
    • Helps you budget and manage your finances.
    • It allows you to see your balances and transactions all in one place. It is available for free through Internet banking.
  • How do I get started?
    • Log in to your Internet banking and navigate to Personal Finances.
    • Financial Overview screen will show the full financial picture of your Assets and Liabilities.
    • Income – Expense screen will allow you to review the Transactions and categorize, create budgets based on your actual spending history.
  • How does Personal Finance Management categorize my transactions?
    • On click of Income - Expense Overview all your transactions are auto-categorized.
    • When you change the transaction category, Personal Finance Management will remember your preference for next time.
  • How to create a Budget for a month?
    • Go to Manage Budgets -> Set New Budget.
    • Select the appropriate Category type & Value.
    • Select the frequency
    • Select the month & year you wish to budget.
    • Enter the Budget amount
    • Click Save after filling all the details
  • How to edit a Budget?
    • Go to Manage Budgets.
    • Select appropriate Month
    • Click on Edit option against the budget under Expense or Income tabs as per your wish.
    • Select the frequency
    • Select the month & year you wish to budget.
    • Edit the Budget amount.
    • Click Save after filling all the details
  • How to delete a Budget?
    • Go to Manage Budgets.
    • Select appropriate Month
    • Click on Delete option against the budget under Expense or Income tabs as per your wish.
    • Click yes to delete the budget.
  • What is Income/Expense analysis Chart?
    • This chart will show the summary of what you spent and earned in the last month..
    • You can however change the option to last 3 months and 6 months.
  • My transactions are incorrectly categorized, how do I change the category?
    • Transactions are automatically categorized for you in Income/Expense analysis Chart, in case you feel that they are not accurate you can re-categorize the transaction.
    • Under Income/Expense analysis chart, click on Right Arrow of any Category that you wish to change.
    • Once you get list of the transactions, click on ‘Edit’
    • Create custom tags to label transactions, select the correct category from the drop down list.
    • Click submit to save the details.
  • There are some transactions in Uncategorized state, How to categorize them?
    • Click on Right Arrow present Under Uncategorized Transaction.
    • Once you get list of the transactions, click on ‘Edit’ and select the correct category from the drop down list.
    • Click submit to save the details.

Group bill payments

  • 1. Can I transfer to multiple bills in one transaction (Group bill payments)?

    • Yes, you can now create a group with a maximum selection of 10 billers in a group this is only applicable for billers that are registered in your Bank Muscat Internet banking.
  • Create Group with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to bill payments
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. Select add new group
    • 4. Enter group name
    • 5. Select minimum 2 registered billers and maximum 10 in each group.
    • 6. Review details & submit
    • 7. A success message will be displayed of biller group creation.
  • Initiate Group bill payment with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to bill payments
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. List of group billers will be displayed, choose make payment from action.
    • 4. Select debit account
    • 5. Outstanding will be displayed, you can enter different payment amount & continue
    • 6. Review details , enter OTP & submit
    • 7. A success message of group transfer will be displayed next to each biller.
  • Modify or Delete groups steps
    • 1. Go to transfers
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. List of group billers will be displayed, choose modify or delete from action
    • 4. Modify required details & continue
    • 5. Review & confirm details
    • 6. A success message of update or delete group will be displayed.

Group Transfers within Bank Muscat Accounts:

  • 1. Can I transfer to a group in one transaction (Group Transfers)?

    • Yes, you can create a Transfer Group with a maximum of 10 beneficiaries in a group (from Bank Muscat Accounts) this is only applicable for beneficiaries that are registered in your Bank Muscat Internet Banking.
  • 2. Create a Group with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Beneficiaries"
    • 3. Select "Add New Beneficiaries"
    • 4. Select "Group Transfer"
    • 5. Select "Add New Group"
    • 6. Enter the group's name
    • 7. Select a minimum of (2) registered beneficiaries and a maximum of (10) in each group
    • 8. Review the details & "Submit"
    • 9. A success message will be displayed of your biller group creation
  • 3. Initiate Group Transfer with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Group Transfer"
    • 3. Select the group from the list
    • 4. Choose "Transfer Details" (same amount or different amount)
    • 5. If you select "Same Amount", enter the transaction amount in OMR & click "Next"
    • 6. If you select "Different Amount", please continue to the next page & enter the transaction amount
    • 7. Select "Debit Account"
    • 8. Review the details, click "Submit" and enter the one-time password (OTP)
    • 9. A success message of your group transfer will be displayed
  • 4. Modify or Delete Groups steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Group Transfers" from the above tabs
    • 3. A list of groups will be displayed
    • 4. Select "Modify" or "Delete Group" from actions
    • 5. Continue & Confirm
    • 6. A success message of your update or deleted group will be displayed
  • 5. What are the daily transaction limits?

    • The transaction limit allowed per day is OMR 15,000.
  • 6. What are the number of transactions allowed per day?

    • The number of transactions allowed per day is 50.

Themaar

  • 1. How do I apply for Themaar Saving Plan online?

    You can now apply for Themaar Saving Plan online through bank muscat online banking, simply go to Customer Service > Service Request > Accounts > Themaar Saving Plan

    • • Choose 'Open Themaar Savings Plan for Self'
    • • Enter the Monthly Saving Deposit Amount in multiples of 5, (minimum 10 & maximum 1,000)
    • • Enter the Initial Deposit Amount (minimum 6 RO)
    • • Select the duration of your Themaar Saving Plan in years (1-10 years)
    • • Select the account which funds will be used to open your Themaar Saving Plan Account
    • • Select the account which will receive the funds from the Themaar Saving Plan Account
    • • Select the appropriate Monthly Deposit Date
    • • Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same.

    You will now be displayed a summary of all the details entered by you. Click on 'Submit' to open your Themaar Saving Plan.

    Please logout and login again to view Themaar saving account under Deposits

  • 2. Can I open a Themaar Savings Plan for my child?

    You can now apply for Themaar Savings Plan for your child online through Bank Muscat Internet Banking, simply go to Customer Service > Service Request > Accounts > Themaar Savings Plan:

    • • Choose 'Open Themaar Savings Plan for my child'
    • • Enter the Monthly Saving Deposit Amount in multiples of 5, (minimum OMR 10 & maximum OMR 1,000)
    • • Enter the Initial Deposit Amount (minimum OMR 6)
    • • Select the duration of your Themaar Savings Plan in years (1-10 years)
    • • Select the account which funds will be used to open your Themaar Savings Plan Account:

      A- If you choose the funding account as your own account; you can select 'self' or 'child account' as the beneficiary

      B- If you choose the funding account as the 'child account'; the beneficiary account will be your child's account by default.

    • • Select your preferred Monthly Deposit Date
    • • Read the Terms and Conditions and accept the same

    You will receive a summary of all the details you've entered. Click on 'Submit' to open your Themaar Savings Plan.

    You can view the Themaar Savings Plan for your child under accounts > Floosi/Child Account.

  • 3. What is the monthly deposit date for Themaar Savings Plan?
    • a. The date on which the monthly savings deposit amount gets debited every month.
    • b. You can select dates between 1 to 30.
    • c. The 1st instalment debit will take effect from next onwards. For example: If you are creating Themaar on 1st Jan and you have entered 2 in Monthly Deposit date, 1st instalment will be debited from your account on 2nd Feb.
  • 4. What will happen to my Themaar Saving Account at the time of maturity?
    • Maturity amount will be credited to the Beneficiary account; after that your Themaar Saving Plan account will close at the time of maturity.
    • If you are willing to renew the plan, you will require to re-apply to Themaar Saving Plan through Internet or Mobile Banking.
  • 5. What is the maximum number of allowed Themaar accounts to be created?
    • You can create up to 4 Themaar Saving accounts.
  • 6. What is the minimum/maximum Monthly Saving deposit amount?

    • You can open a Themaar Saving Plan with a minimum of RO 25 and a maximum of RO 1,000 as a monthly deposit amount.
  • 7. What is the minimum initial amount for Themaar Savings Plan?

    • You can open Themaar Saving Plan with a minimum of RO 6 as an initial amount.
  • 8. What is the minimum/maximum number of years for the savings plan?

    • You can have your plan for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 10 years.
    • Note: Monthly deposit date should be less than or equal to today’s date if you would like the deposit maturity period to be 10 years

Child Account Opening

  • 1. How do I open an Account for my child?

    You can now open a Child Savings Account online through Bank Muscat Internet Banking, by simply following these steps:

    • • Child Account Opening on Internet Banking is available in 3 different areas;

      • - Overview > Quick links
      • - Customer Service > Accounts
      • - Accounts > Apply New Products
    • • Enter your Child’s ID number. Please ensure to input your child’s Civil/National ID number correctly between 7-12 digits to process your request successfully.
    • • Verify the pre filled fields; Name, Gender, Child ID, Child ID expiry date, Nationality, Landmark, Post code and Branch.
    • • Select one of the ID Document Types and proceed with uploading it

      • - Birth Certificate
      • - National ID (Front and Back)
      • - Passport
    • Please ensure that the document size is less than 1MB. Document format should be in (PDF, JPEG, PNG) and file name should not contain underscore ( _ ).

    • • Enter Child Mobile Number
    • • Enter Child Email ID
    • • Select Account Type
    • • Account Currency is defaulted to OMR.
    • • Select Reason for account opening
    • • Select the Monthly Income/Expected Monthly Activity (OMR)
    • • Select the Debit Card preference
    • Please note that the selected debit card (Floosi debit card or Mass debit card) is available only for Minors age 7 and above.

      Accounts Details - Bank Muscat

    • • Click on Continue Button and verify the details.
    • • Please read and accept the declarations to submit your request.
    • • Enter OTP using [Soft/Hard Token].
    • • Click on Confirm.
    • • Your Child’s account will be opened successfully and can be viewed under Accounts -> Floosi/Children Account
  • 2. Who is eligible to open a child account through Mobile and Internet Banking?
    • The child account opening feature on our Mobile and Internet Banking is currently available for Male Omani customers (Age above 18). If you are not a Male Omani customer aged above 18, please visit the nearest branch to open an account for your child.
  • 3. What type of Child Savings Account can be opened through the Mobile and Internet Banking?

    Below are the types of Savings Account that can be opened:

    • • Al Mazyona Step-Up Interest Saving Account
    • • Al Mazyona Non- Interest Saving Account

Data Privacy

  • What is Third Party Marketing Communication?

    Third Party Marketing Communication is the customer’s consent to share his data with the banks third party affiliates and partners for the purposes of marketing and surveys.

    As an existing customer within the Bank, you will require to select your preference as YES/NO. If you have already selected your preference you can edit once.

    You can edit your Third Party marketing communication preference in 3 different locations within our Internet Banking

    • 1) My Profile > Receive Third Party Marketing Communication
    • 2) Customer Service > KYC > Third Party Marketing Communication
    • 3) Customer Service > Instant Savings Account Opening - the preference can be set whilst opening a new account.

    For more information, please click on the following link

    https://www.bankmuscat.com/en/pages/privacy.aspx

Shukran Prepaid Card

  • What is a Shukran Prepaid Card?

    The Shukran prepaid card is a co-brand card between Bank Muscat and Shukran. The card is a load card where when you spend at any Landmark group stores you get 1 Shukran point for every 1 Rial and 1 Shukran point for every 2 Rial spent outside Landmark group store

  • How can I apply for the Shukran Prepaid card?
    • 1. Go to Customer service >Prepaid Cards > Apply for prepaid card
    • 2. Select Your Account with Bank Muscat
    • 3. Select the Card Type from the dropdown > Shukran prepaid
    • 4. Existing Shukran membership number (Yes or No)
    • 5. If you don’t have Shukran membership, a number will be assigned to you by the bank
    • 6. Enter the First Load Amount
    • 7. Select the Delivery Mode as delivery at branch or courier
    • 8. Read Terms and Conditions and accept the same.
    • 9. Click on Next Button and verify the details.
    • 10. Enter OTP.
    • 11. Click on Submit.
    • 12. A success message and the newly created card number details will be displayed once after successful submission of the request.
  • Can I apply for a Shukran Prepaid card if I don’t have a Shukran number?

    Yes, when you apply you can choose the option of “No Shukran number” and one will be assigned to you by the bank. This number will then be shared with Shukran to activate your Shukran account.

  • How can I load my Shukran Prepaid card?
    • 1- Go to bill payment
    • 2- Select funding of prepaid card
    • 3- Select account number
    • 4- Select shukran prepaid card number
    • 5- Enter amount
    • 6- Choose frequency type & click continue
    • 7- Review & confirm details
    • 8- A success message will be displayed
  • How many Shukran Visa prepaid cards can I get?

    You can only get 1 Shukran Visa prepaid card. This card is linked to your Shukran number.

  • Can I still get 5 Prepaid cards if I have a Shukran Visa prepaid card?

    Yes, each customer is eligible for 5 prepaid cards and 1 Shukran card.

Stop Cheque

  • How do I stop cheque?

    Yes, you can only stop unused cheques by simply following the below steps;

    Customer Service> Service Request> Accounts> Stop cheque request

    For stop cheque :

    • - Select your account
    • - Enter Cheque Number
    • - Select the reason for stopping the cheque
    • - Read and Accept the Terms & Conditions
    • - Read the disclaimer
    • - Verify the Stop cheque request summary
    • - Enter OTP
    • - Cheque will be stopped successfully and successful confirmation will be displayed.

    For Multiple Cheques :

    • - Select your account
    • - Enter “From” Cheque Number
    • - Enter “To” Cheque Number
    • - Select the reason for stopping the cheque
    • - Read and Accept the Terms & Conditions
    • - Read the disclaimer
    • - Verify the Stop cheque request summary
    • - Enter OTP
    • - Cheques will be stopped successfully and successful confirmation will be displayed.
  • Can a stopped or cleared or presented cheques be revoked?

    No, any cheque number(s) entered that are stopped or cleared or presented cheques cannot be revoked.

  • What are the charges applicable for a stop payment of a cheque?

    A charge of OMR 5.250 (inclusive of 5% VAT) will be automatically deducted from your account for the first stop cheque request (single or multiple) made per day.

Supplementary Credit Card

  • Who is eligible to apply for a Supplementary Credit Card?

    All customers with an active Primary Credit Card are eligible to apply for Supplementary Credit Cards.

    Note: Supplementary Credit Cards should only be for your 1st degree relatives (aged 13 years & above).

  • Can I apply for a Supplementary Credit Card for myself?

    No, Supplementary Credit Card must be for someone else other than yourself.

  • How do I apply for a Supplementary Credit Card?

    Log into Bank Muscat's Internet Banking and choose: Customer Service > Service Requests > Credit Cards > Apply for Supplementary Card then fill in the requested details.

  • What is the credit limit of my Supplementary Credit Card?

    Currently, the default credit limit of your Primary Credit Card will be applicable on all Supplementary Credit Cards.

  • Can I change the credit limit of my Supplementary Credit Card?

    Changing the limit of your Supplementary Credit Card is currently not permitted. Please contact us on care@bankmuscat.com or call 2479 5555.

  • How many Supplementary Credit Cards can I apply for?

    You can apply for a maximum of 5 Supplementary Credit Cards for each Primary Credit Card.

  • Would multiple Supplementary Credit Cards impact the limit of my Primary Credit Card?

    You will be able to use both the Primary credit card and all linked supplementary cards simultaneously, up to the combined maximum credit limit.

  • Can I have a different mobile number & email address registered for the Supplementary Credit Card?

    Yes, you can have a different mobile number & email address when applying for a Supplementary Credit Card.

  • How will I receive the Supplementary Credit Card?

    You can either collect the Supplementary card from your branch or have it delivered directly to you.

  • How do I activate my Supplementary Credit Card?

    In order to activate your Supplementary Credit Card, you must set up your E-PIN which can be done through:

    • - mBanking or Internet Banking
    • - Any Bank Muscat ATM
    • - The IVR services through the Contact Centre by calling 2479 5555
  • What are the fees/charges for applying for a Supplementary Credit Card?

    To learn more about all the applicable fees & charges for your Supplementary Credit Card, please visit: https://bm.click/TariffBookEN

  • Can I add my Supplementary Credit Card to my Samsung Wallet or Apple Wallet?

    After successful activation of your Supplementary Credit Card, you can add your card to your Samsung Wallet or Apple Wallet through the "Add your Card to Wallet" option on the mBanking App or through your preferred Samsung or Apple Wallet Apps.

Samsung Pay

  • Which devices support Samsung Pay?

    All Samsung devices support Samsung Pay. Please refer to the below link for the full list of devices that support Samsung Pay:

    https://www.samsung.com/ae/support/apps-services/is-samsung-wallet-supported-on-my-mobile-phone/

  • What are various ways in which Bank Muscat cards can be added to Samsung Wallet/Pay?

    You can add your Bank Muscat Debit, Credit and Prepaid card into Samsung Wallet/Pay in 3 different ways.

    • a. Via Bank Muscat App
    • b. Via Samsung Wallet/Pay in the Samsung device
  • How do I add my card to my Samsung Wallet on the Bank Muscat App?

    You can add your Debit Cards, Credit Cards and Prepaid Cards to your Samsung Wallet directly via the Bank Muscat Mobile Application by following the below steps:

    • a. If you have not already added your card to your Samsung Wallet, you will receive a pop-up message upon logging into the mBanking App to add your card.
    • b. Alternatively, select the Menu button -> Select Samsung Pay -> Add your card to Samsung Pay -> Select the Card Type -> Select the Card Number.
    • c. Your card image will be displayed along with the "Add to Samsung Wallet" button.
    • d. Select on the "Add to Samsung Wallet" button which will direct you to the Samsung Wallet App where you need to set up your Fingerprint or Face ID or Passcode as per the initial Samsung Wallet setup on your device.
    • e. Read & agree on the Terms and Conditions.
    • f. Your card will be successfully added to your Samsung Wallet.
  • How do I verify the card added to my Samsung Wallet from the Bank Muscat mBanking Application?

    Once you have added your card to your Samsung Wallet, you will be able to open the Bank Muscat Mobile App and navigate to Samsung Pay -> Verify Cards -> Select the card type -> Select the card number -> Select Activate.

  • Why am I unable to view Samsung Pay in the Bank Muscat mBanking App?

    Currently, only Samsung devices will be supported for Samsung Pay. If you are using a supported Samsung device, then please ensure you have updated latest Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App.

  • Why am I unable to view Samsung Pay on Bank Muscat Internet Banking?

    Samsung Pay can only be activated on mBanking.

  • Why am I not able to view some of my cards while selecting the card number on the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App?

    Currently, only active Bank Muscat Debit, Credit and Prepaid Cards are eligible to be added to your Samsung Wallet.

  • I have added my card to Samsung Wallet and it is pending verification. I do not have the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App on this device. How can I activate my card?

    You can still activate your card on your device either by calling our Call Centre or by logging into Bank Muscat's Mobile Banking App on another supported Samsung device and navigate to Samsung Pay -> Verify Cards -> Select the card type -> Select the card number -> Select Activate.

  • I have added my card to my Samsung Wallet & it is pending verification. However, I have the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App on an Apple device. How can I activate my card?

    You can still activate your card on your device either by calling our Call Centre on 24795555 or by logging into Bank Muscat's Mobile Banking App on your Apple device & navigate to Apple Pay > Verify Cards > Select the card type > Select the card number > Select Activate.

  • How do my family member add supplementary credit card in their device?

    Customers can ask their family members to add their Bank Muscat Supplementary credit card directly in their supported Apple or Samsung wallets. The customer who is using the Bank Muscat Mobile App can verify the supplementary card from their Samsung device by navigating to Samsung Pay -> Verify Cards -> Verify option

Apple Pay

  • Which devices support Apple Pay?

    Please refer to the below link for the full list of devices and operating systems that support Apple Pay: https://support.apple.com/en-om/102896

  • What are various ways in which Bank Muscat cards can be added to Apple Wallet?

    You can add your Bank Muscat Debit, Credit and Prepaid card and setup Apple Wallet in 3 different ways.

    • a. Via Bank Muscat App
    • b. Via Apple Wallet in the Apple device
    • c. Via Apple Wallet itself – By selecting Bank Muscat app within the iPhone.
  • How do I add my card to my Apple Wallet on the Bank Muscat App?

    You can add your Debit Cards, Credit Cards and Prepaid Cards to your Apple Wallet directly via our Bank Muscat's Mobile Application by following the below steps:

    • a. If you have not already added your card to your Apple Wallet, you will receive a pop-up message upon logging into the mBanking App to add your card.
    • b. Alternatively, select the Menu button -> Select Apple Pay -> Add your card to Apple Pay -> Select the Card Type -> Select the Card Number
    • c. Your card image will be displayed along with the "Add to Apple Wallet" button.
    • d. Click on the "Add to Apple Wallet" button which will direct you to the Apple Wallet App where you need to set up your fingerprint or face ID or Passcode as per the initial Apple Wallet setup on your device.
    • e. Read & agree on the Terms and Conditions.
    • f. Your card will be successfully added to your Apple Wallet.
  • How do I verify the card added to my Apple Wallet from the Bank Muscat mBanking Application?

    Once you have added your card to your Apple Wallet, open the Bank Muscat Mobile App and navigate to Apple Pay > Verify Cards > Select the card type > Select the card number > Select Activate.

  • Why am I unable to view Apple Pay on the Bank Muscat mBanking App?

    Only Apple devices will be supported for the Apple Pay feature. If you are using a supported Apple device, please ensure you have updated the latest Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App.

  • Why am I unable to view Apple Pay on Bank Muscat Internet Banking?

    Apple Pay can only be activated on mBanking.

  • Why I am not able to view some of my cards while selecting the card number on the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App?

    Only active Bank Muscat Debit, Credit and Prepaid Cards are eligible to be added to your Apple Wallet.

  • I have added my card to Apple Wallet and it is pending verification. I do not have the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App on this device. How can I activate my card?

    You can still activate your card on your device either by calling our Call Centre or by logging into Bank Muscat's Mobile Banking App on another supported Apple device and navigate to Apple Pay -> Verify Cards -> Select the card type -> Select the card number -> Select Activate.

  • I have added my card to my Apple Wallet & it is pending verification. However, I have the Bank Muscat Mobile Banking App on a Samsung device. How can I activate my card?

    You can still activate your card on your device either by calling our Call Centre on 24795555 or by logging into Bank Muscat's Mobile Banking App on your Samsung device & navigate to Samsung Pay > Verify Cards > Select the card type > Select the card number > Select Activate.

  • How to change my region in Apple devices to use Apple Wallet in Oman?

    Choose Oman Region by navigating to Settings -> General -> Language & Region -> Region in your Apple device.

  • How do my family member add supplementary credit card in their device?

    Customers can ask their family members to add their Bank Muscat Supplementary credit card directly in their supported Apple or Samsung wallets. The customer who is using the Bank Muscat Mobile App can verify the supplementary card from their Apple device by navigating to Apple Pay -> Verify Cards -> Verify option

Change in Repayment Account

  • Can I change the repayment account of my Credit Card through Internet Banking?

    Yes, you can change the repayment account of your Credit Card on Internet Banking by following the below steps:

    • Go to the Customer Service > Service Requests.
    • Click "Credit Cards".
    • Click "Change in Repayment Account".
    • Select “Credit Card”.
    • Select "New Repayment Account".
    • Select "Continue".
    • Authenticate your transaction with Soft or Hard token.
    • You have successfully changed your Credit Card repayment account.

Enable Disable International Access

  • Can I use my cards internationally?

    Yes, by default, all cards are enabled for international access. However, if you would like to disable this option, you can log in to the Internet Banking, navigate to Service Requests > Select > Enable/Disable International Usage > Switch the Radio Button (OFF).

  • How can I enable my card to work internationally?

    Log in to the Internet Banking, navigate to Service Requests > Select > Enable/Disable International Usage > Switch the Radio Button (ON).

  • How can I disable international access for my card?

    Log in to the Internet Banking, navigate to Service Requests > Select > Enable/Disable International Usage > Switch the Radio Button (OFF).

  • What kind of actions will I be able to make once I've enabled my card for international use?

    You will be able to:

    • 1. Withdraw money from ATMs during your travel
    • 2. Utilize the card on POS machines
    • 3. E-commerce (online) transactions
  • If my card is disabled for international usage, what kind of transactions will I be able to conduct?

    If your card is disabled for international usage, you will not be able to use your card for transactions at international ATMs & POS Terminals, however you will be allowed to perform e-commerce (online) purchases.

New Beneficiary

  • How can I add a new beneficiary for transfers?

    Go to Transfers > Beneficiary > Add New Beneficiary.

  • How long does it take to activate a new beneficiary?

    It will take 30 Minutes for a new beneficiary to be activated.

  • Will I be notified when the beneficiary is ready for transfers?

    Yes, you will be notified through email & SMS once the beneficiary is ready for transfers.

  • Can I add the beneficiary to a group?

    Yes, you can add the beneficiary to a group once it has been activated.

  • What is the transaction limit for a new beneficiary?

    You will be able to send a maximum of OMR 1,000 during the first 24 hours after the new beneficiary has been activated.

New Debit Card

  • How can I apply for New Debit Card on Internet Banking/Mobile Banking?

    You can apply for a New Debit card on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking by following the below steps:

    • Log in to Internet Banking or Mobile Banking.
    • On Internet Banking, select Customer Service -> Service Requests -> Debit Cards -> Apply for New Debit Card.
    • On Mobile Banking, select Requests -> Debit Cards -> Apply for New Debit Card
    • Select your Account Number.
    • Select your eligible Card Type.
    • Embossing Name will be displayed.
    • Select the Delivery Mode.
    • If "Branch" is selected, select your preferred branch for collection. If "Courier" is selected, select your Area.
    • Read & agree on the Terms and Conditions.
    • Select "Continue".
    • Review the details.
    • Authenticate using the One Time Password (OTP) sent on your Soft Token App
    • Your new Debit Card request will be successfully created and your.card will be delivered either via courier or you can collect it at your preferred branch depending on the delivery mode selected.
  • I have opened a new account using the "Instant Account Opening" option. Will I be charged if I apply for a new Debit Card?
    • No, you will not be charged as your first Debit Card for an account will be free of charge.
  • I already have one Debit Card for one of my accounts. Can I apply for more than one Debit Card for the same account?
    • Yes, you can apply for a maximum of one eligible segment card & five Classic Debit Cards per account.
  • Can I apply for a Debit Card for my child?
    • Yes, you can request a Debit Card for children aged seven years & above.
  • How many Debit Cards can I request for a minor aged seven years & above?
    • You can only request one debit card, which can either be a Floosi Debit Card or a Classic Debit Card. If the minor already has a Debit Card, they will not be eligible for another one.
  • Can I change the name embossed on my card?
    • Currently, you will not be able to change the name embossed on your card.
  • Am I required to apply for a new Debit Card when I open an Instant Account on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking?
    • No, you are not required to apply for a new Debit Card when you open an Instant Account. Alternatively, you can link your existing debit card to the newly created account by following these steps: Select Debit Cards -> Link Debit Card to Multiple Accounts.
  • What are the charges for applying for a new Debit Card?
    • Please click here for new Debit Card issuance charges. The charges will also be displayed on the final preview screen.
  • Are there any charges for branch collection or courier delivery of my new debit card?
    • No charges are applicable for branch collection. However, there is a charge of OMR 1.250 + 5% VAT for courier delivery.
  • Why do I need to select the area if "Courier Delivery" is selected?
    • You must select your area in order for the courier company to deliver your debit card to your correct address without any hassle.
  • How long does it take to deliver my new debit card?
    • Your new debit card will be created instantly. However, delivering to your branch might take up to three working days and courier delivery may take up to five working days (depending on the courier company).
  • How can I activate/set the PIN for my renewed debit card?
    • Please follow the instructions mentioned in the card package you received your card in.
  • Can I add my new debit card to my Apple Wallet/Samsung Wallet?
    • Yes, you may add your new debit card to your Apple Wallet/Samsung Wallet once it is activated.
  • I have successfully applied for my debit card on Internet Banking/Mobile Banking. However, I have not received my card after five days.
    • You can call the Contact Centre on 2479 5555 or email care@bankmuscat.com to check the status of your new debit card delivery.

Prepaid Card STO

  • 1. Can I set standing instructions from account to my prepaid card through Internet Banking?

    Yes, you can set standing instruction from your account to prepaid card.

  • 2. How can I set standing instruction to prepaid card through Internet Banking?

    Go to Bill Payments > Funding of prepaid card

    • - Select Debit Account
    • - Select Prepaid Card number
    • - Enter amount
    • - Select transaction recurrence type: Recurring
    • - Select recurring start date
    • - Select frequency of transaction
    • - Select number of instalments
    • - Enter remarks
    • - Click Continue
    • - Review the details and click on Submit.
    • - Standing order will be set successfully
  • • 3. What is the maximum amount for standing instruction?

    Maximum amount is OMR 2000 per transaction.

  • • 4. Are there any charges for setting standing instruction to prepaid card?

    There are no charges for setting standing instruction. However, funding of prepaid card will be charged 105 baiza per transfer / load.

  • • 5. Can I cancel standing instruction?

    Yes, you can cancel standing instruction to prepaid card.

  • • 6. Are there any cancellation charges?

    No, there are no cancellation charges.

Renew Debit card

  • 1. I have received an SMS to renew my debit card. What does this mean?

    This means you have one or more debit card pending renewal in the next 90 days, which requires your action to renew by logging into Internet Banking or Mobile Banking.

  • 2. How can I renew my debit card through Internet Banking or Mobile Banking?

    You can renew your debit card through Internet Banking or Mobile Banking by following the below steps:

    • 1. Login to Internet Banking or Mobile Banking.
    • 2. Select "Customer Service" -> "Service Requests" -> "Debit Cards" -> "Renew Debit Card".
    • 3. Select your debit card to renew.
    • 4. The linked Account Number to the card & the Embossing Name will be displayed.
    • 5. Select the Delivery Mode.
    • 6. If "Branch" is selected, select your preferred branch for collection. If "Courier" is selected, select your Area.
    • 7. Read & agree to the Terms and Conditions.
    • 8. Select "Continue".
    • 9. Review the details.
    • 10. Authenticate with the one-time password (OTP) on your Soft Token App.
    • 11. Your debit card will be successfully renewed.
    • 12. Your card will be delivered either via courier or you can collect the card at the branch depending on the delivery mode selected
  • 3. What are the charges for debit card renewal?

    Renewal of debit card(s) is free of charge.

  • 4. Are there any charges for branch collection or courier delivery?

    No charges applicable for branch collection. However, there is a charge for courier delivery. For more information on the charges, please click here.

  • 5. Why should I select the area if courier delivery is selected?

    You must select the correct Area in order for the courier company to deliver your card to your address without any hassle.

  • 6. Can I renew my debit card that expires in 90 days?

    Currently, you can renew debit cards that are expiring only within the next 90 days.

  • 7. My debit card expired. Can I renew it?

    Currently, you will not be able to renew debit cards that are expired.

  • 8. What happens if I do not renew my debit card?

    It is recommended to use our Internet Banking or Mobile Banking to renew your debit cards which are due for renewal in the next 90 days. If not, your card might not get renewed as automated renewal will not take place.

  • 9. How long does it take to deliver my renewed debit card?

    Your debit card will be renewed instantly. However, delivering to your branch might take up to three working days & courier delivery may take up to five working days (depending on the courier company).

  • 10. How do I activate/set a PIN for my renewed debit card?

    Please follow the instructions mentioned in the card package you received.

  • 11. Can I add my renewed debit card to my Apple Wallet or Samsung Wallet?

    Yes, you may add your renewed debit card to your Apple Wallet or Samsung Wallet once it is activated.

  • 12. I have successfully renewed my debit card on Internet Banking\Mobile Banking. However, I have not received my card yet & it has been five days.

    You can call the Contact Centre on 2479 5555 or email care@bankmuscat.com to check the status of your renewed debit card delivery.

Soft Token Cooling Period

  • When can I make a transfer once my Soft Token App has been activated?

    You will have to wait 12 hours after your Soft Token App is activated for all transfers that require the authentication through the Soft Token App.

  • Can I update my mobile number and email address after my Soft Token App is activated?

    Yes but you will need to wait 12 hours after the Soft Token App is activated to update or change your mobile number and email address.

E-Mandate

  • What is E-Mandate?
    • E-mandate is a digital payment solution that enables corporations to automate recurring payments on a scheduled basis without manual intervention. Having mutual consent between the individual & corporation following CBO instructions.
  • Who is the "Payer" & who is the "Payee"?
    • The "Payer" is the party whose account gets debited & the "Payee" is the party whose account gets credited.
  • Who is the "Beneficiary" or "Payer" or "Debtor"?
    • The "Beneficiary", "Payer" or "Debtor" is the party whose account is gets debited and this word is being used interchangeably.
  • Who is the "Creditor"?
    • The "Payee" is also called the "Creditor" as their account is getting credited.
  • Are there any charges for creating an E-Mandate?
    • There are no charges for creating an E-Mandate.
  • What is a revocable & irrevocable E-Mandate?
    • Revocable: A mandate that can be revoked or cancelled by either the beneficiary or the payer, without requiring approval from the other party.
    • Irrevocable: A mandate that cannot be revoked or cancelled without approval from both parties (both the beneficiary & payer).
  • What is a Fixed E-Mandate & a Variable E-Mandate?
    • A Fixed E-Mandate will be of a fixed amount whereas if the E-Mandate is a Variable, then variable amounts will be applicable.
  • What is an Auto Release E-Mandate (on Corporate Internet Banking)?
    • Auto Release “Yes”: Your payments will be automatically debited from the payer’s account without any payment initiation required from Payee.
    • Auto Release “No”: Your payments need to be initiated manually from the payee. Accordingly, the amount will be debited from the payer’s account on the specified date.
  • What is an Auto Release E-Mandate (on Mobile Banking/Internet Banking)?
    • Auto Release “Yes”: Your payments will be automatically debited from your account without any payment initiation required from Payee.
    • Auto Release “No”: Your payments need to be initiated manually from the payee. Accordingly, the amount will be debited from the payee’s account on the specified date.
  • Why can’t I change the Auto Release to ‘Yes’ in the variable field for the E-Mandate, however the same is allowed for Fixed E-Mandate?
    • Payments cannot be "Auto Released" in the Variable field as the amount is dynamic.
  • Who can submit an E-Mandate?
    • E-Mandates can be submitted by the payee (maker) who are Bank Muscat Najahi Business Banking Customers or Corporate Customers.
  • How can a payee submit an E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?

    The Maker (Payee) has to login to Bank Muscat's Corporate Internet Banking & follow the below steps:

    • a. Select "E-Mandate" from the Homepage.
    • b. Select "Create Mandate".
    • c. Select the crediting Account Number in the Beneficiary's (Creditor's) information page.
    • d. Enter all the correct Payer information including the ID Type, ID Number, Bank Name, Bank Account Number.
    • e. Select the Mandate information such as Mandate Purpose, Amount Type, Auto Release, Frequency, Start & End Date of the Mandate and the Amount.
    • f. Select "Continue".
    • g. Review all the details.
    • h. Authenticate with the Secure Token one-time password (OTP).
    • i. The Mandate will be submitted successfully to the Checker for approval.
  • Can a Payee submit an E-Mandate to a Payer of other banks within Oman?
    • Yes, the "Payee" can submit an E-Mandate to the "Payer" of any other bank within Oman by selecting the correct payer information including the Bank Name & Bank Account Number.
  • Can a Payee submit an E-Mandate to a Payer within Bank Muscat or any other bank within Oman?
    • Yes, the "Payee" can submit an E-Mandate to the "Payer" within any bank in Oman by selecting the correct payer information including the Bank Name & Bank Account Number.
  • What happens if the Payee enters incorrect details in the Payer's information field when submitting an E-Mandate?
    • If incorrect details are entered, the E-Mandate will be rejected. The status and reason can be viewed on the E-Mandate page by selecting: E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
  • How does the checker approve an E-Mandate?
    • Depending on the workflow, one or more checkers can approve the submitted E-Mandate by selecting View Approval Queue -> E-Mandate.
  • When will an E-Mandate successfully be submitted?
    • Depending on the workflow, the E-Mandate will be successfully created after successful approval from the final checker.
  • How long does it take to process an E-Mandate from the time that the final Checker approval appears on the Payer’s approval on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • It will take up to 5 minutes for the mandate to appear in the payer’s approval queue.
  • I have submitted an E-Mandate as a "Payee", where can I view the Mandate approval status on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the status with the remarks of your submitted E-Mandate by selecting: E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
  • I have received an E-Mandate, how can I approve/reject this mandate on Internet or Mobile Banking?
    • You can approve or reject this mandate on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking by navigating to E-Mandate -> Accept/Reject E-Mandate. To accept the Mandate, enter the remarks. To reject the Mandate, select the reason for rejection.
  • Where can I view the E-Mandate status on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking?

    You can view the status of your E-Mandate with the remarks that is approved or rejected:

    • Internet Banking: select E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
    • Mobile Banking: select E-Mandate -> Mandate History.
  • Is there a specific time to approve/reject an E-Mandate?
    • Yes, you must approve/reject the E-Mandate within 5 days.
  • What happens to the E-mandate if I do not approve/reject it in time?
    • The E-Mandate will get auto-rejected & it will be marked as expired. The status will be visible on the "Mandate List" page.
  • How long does it take to process an E-Mandate once the payer’s approval reaches the payee?
    • It would take up to 5 minutes for the Mandate status to appear for the payee & the payer.
  • What happens an E-Mandate is rejected by the payer?
    • If an E-Mandate is rejected, the payment will not be processed.
  • Can I re-initiate a rejected E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • No, you cannot initiate a rejected E-Mandate. You must resubmit another request.
  • What happens if an E-Mandate reaches its end date?
    • The E-Mandate will expire once it reaches the set end date. The status will be visible on Mandate List page.
  • Where can I view the payment details for an accepted E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the payment details under Collections -> Mandate List -> Select your E-Mandate -> select the Payment Details.
  • Where can I view the payment details & status of an accepted E-Mandate on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking?
    • You can view the payment details under E-Mandate -> Mandate List -> Payment Details.
  • Can I initiate the payments for a Fixed E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee should initiate the payment for a Fixed E-Mandate where the Auto Release is ‘No’. In case the Auto Release is ‘Yes’, then there is no need to initiate the payments as it will be auto debited on the set date as per the frequency.
  • Who should initiate the payments for a Variable E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee should initiate the payment for a Variable E-Mandate where Auto Release is ‘No’.
  • How can I initiate the payment for an E-Mandate where Auto Release is ‘No’ on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • Fixed E-Mandate: The Payee should initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Initiate Payment.
    • Variable E-Mandate: The Payee should initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Initiate Payment -> Enter the amount (less than the variable amount inputted).
  • How can I initiate a payment for an E-Mandate though the "File Upload" option on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee can initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting File Upload -> Upload a file menu with the prepared file containing the correct details of the Variable E-Mandate/Fixed E-Mandate where Auto Release is marked as ‘No’.
  • Where can I find the sample file for an E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can find the sample payment processing files for an E-Mandate in the sample file section by navigating to File Upload.
  • How much time does it take for the payment to get processed on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • Initiated payments will take up to 5 minutes for processing from the time of initiation. The status will be visible in the payment details screen.
  • Where can I view the payment status of an accepted E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the payment status of an accepted E-Mandate via Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details.
  • What happens if the payer does not have sufficient funds while the payment is getting processed?
    • The payment will get rejected & the status will be updated. An ROP Memo can be downloaded for the failed payment(s) from Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Download the ROP Memo.
  • What's the purpose of an ROP Memo for a payee?
    • An E-Mandate is an agreement between the payee & the payer to pay the amount on an agreed frequency. If the payer fails make the payment, the payee has the option to download the ROP Memo to lodge an official complaint against the payer.
  • Can I retry initiating the payment where a payment is rejected?
    • Yes, however you are only allowed to retry the rejected payment up to 3 times.
  • What happens if the E-Mandate expires due to the set Mandate end date?
    • Once the E-Mandate expires, the status will be available via E-Mandate -> Mandate List. You can view all the details of the E-Mandate & the payments.
  • Can I view the details of an E-Mandate that has expired on Internet Banking or Mobile Banking?
    • Yes, you can view the Mandate & the payment details of E-Mandate that has expired, via E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
  • Can I view the details of an E-Mandate that has expired?
    • Yes, you can view the details of an E-Mandate that has expired via E-Mandate -> Mandate List & payment details under Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details.
  • Where can I download the Direct Debit Mandate Form?
    • You can download the Direct Debit Mandate Form for Active & Expired Mandates from the following menu - E-Mandate -> Mandate List -> Select the Mandate.
  • Where will I receive an E-Mandate initiated from other banks within Oman?
    • You can view available E-Mandates via E-Mandate -> Accept/Reject E-Mandate queue.
  • Are there any Emails or SMS for E-Mandate services?
    • Yes, each & every step of the E-Mandate is notified to the customers. Both, an SMS & Email will be sent.
  • Is there an option to cancel or amend an accepted E-Mandate?
    • Currently, there is no option to cancel or amend an accepted E-Mandate.
  • Is there an option to postpone or cancel a payment of an accepted E-Mandate?
    • Currently, there is no option to cancel or amend an accepted E-Mandate.
  • Who do I contact in case of any issues related to E-Mandate from Internet or Mobile Banking?
    • You can contact our Customer Care hotline on 2479 5555 or email care@bankmuscat.com for further assistance.
  • Who do I contact in case of any issues related to E-Mandate for Corporate Internet Banking?
  • What are the new features of Bank Muscat Online Banking?

    A. Bilingual

    • The new Internet Banking is available in both English and Arabic

    B. Enquiries

    • Personalized dashboard that displays company's Assets and Liability position with Bank Muscat upon login
    • Balance in Current Account / Fixed Deposit / Loan accounts / Credit Cards / Trade Products.
    • Mini Statement / Detailed Statement.
    • Credit Card Transaction History.
    • Online inquiry of Loan Amortization & Disbursement Schedules.
    • Exchange rate calculator for the selected currencies against Omani Rial.

    C. Bill Payments

    • Online Inquiry of outstanding amount for Internet, Post paid Mobile and Landline for Omantel and ooredoo. Also for OIFC-Electricity and OIFC-Water, ONEIC Electricity and ONEIC Water.
    • Register and Pay Utility Bills for Internet, Post paid Mobile and Landline for Omantel and ooredoo. Also for OIFC-Electricity and OIFC-Water, ONEIC Electricity and ONEIC Water.
    • Pay School Fees.
    • Pay PASI contribution amount.
    • Pay Bank Muscat Credit Card and AMEX Credit Card Bills.
    • Instant mobile topup of leading Oman telecom providers (Omantel, Ooredoo& Renna/Red Bull).

    D. Funds Transfer

    • Transfer funds between your own accounts.
    • Transfer funds to third party accounts within bank muscat.
    • Transfer funds to other Local Bank Accounts within Oman.
    • Transfer funds to various Overseas Banks outside Oman. Remittance to India.
    • Transfer funds in cross currencies for the above mentioned payments.

    E. Standing Instructions

    • Set up of Standing Instructions for different payment types given above and for certain billers.

    F. Requests

    • Online Cheque book request.
    • Report Loss/Theft of your Credit card and request for instant blocking of the same.
    • Report Loss/Theft of your Debit card and request for instant blocking of the same.
    • Opening of Fixed Deposit Online with various maturity instructions.
    • Instant Linking of Debit Card to multiple accounts.
    • Enable Debit Card for International usage for the specified dates.
    • Disable Debit Card for International usage for the specified dates.
    • View and Change repayment Percentage of your Credit card.

    G. SMS & Email Alerts:

    • Real-time SMS & Email alerts for all Financial and Non-Financial transactions initiated through Internet Banking.

    H. Multi-user Access:

    • Online access to corporate account(s) to multiple users with different transaction rights, Different debit limits or approval right.
    • Each of the user will be given unique login and transaction credentials to login to Bank Muscat Internet Banking

    I. Multi-level approval workflow:

    • Rules can be created for each financial transaction type and amount to identify users who can request the transaction and the users who can approve the transaction.

    J. Bulk Transaction Processing:

    • Multiple transactions can be done through a single file upload Example: Salary processing, vendor-payment processing through intra-Bank Muscat and through RTGS and ACH fund transfers.

    K. Secure Token

    • More secure & Safer Authentication process to login and perform transactions on Internet Banking using Secure Token OTP.
  • What is Corporate Internet Banking?

    Corporate Internet Banking is a fully integrated end-to-end online banking service provided by Bank Muscat to Sole Proprietor, Partnership, Companies, Association, Clubs or Society (i.e. Non-Individuals). It is designed to provide the maximum benefits that the internet can offer to customers' business today.

  • What are the key benefits?

    Some of the key benefits of Corporate Internet Banking include:

    • Secure and paper-less transmission of transaction requests.
    • Accessibility at any time, from anywhere in the world.
    • Up-to-date and real-time account information.
    • Near instant response on submitted transactions.
  • What are the features in Bank Muscat Corporate Internet Banking?

    In addition to the features of Bank Muscat Internet Banking for Corporates and Firms for retail individual customers, this platform provides the following 3 functionalities for corporate users

    • Access to multiple users with varied access rights: Each of the multiple users would have unique login and transaction credentials to login to Bank Muscat Internet Banking for Corporates and Firms.
    • Mutli-level approval workflow: Each of the multiple users can be given individual transaction rights as per hierarchy in the corporate. For instance, there could be user(s) without any approval rights who would only enter transactions such as Foreign currency transfers by logging in to Bank Muscat Internet Banking for Corporates and Firms. A transaction so created would then automatically reach the authorized signatory or group of signatories for approval.
    • Bulk Transaction Processing: Business can save time by processing various transactions in bulk, such as salary processing, vendor payment processing. For convenience, we are also providing a tool tip to create the file to be uploaded under File Upload option.

Registration

  • How can I register?

    You can download the registration form from the "Register Now" option available on Bank Muscat Corporate Internet Banking Login Screen. Alternatively, please call your Relationship Manager for assistance with the registration forms.

  • What is an Initiator?

    An Initiator is a user who can initiate transactions on Corporate Internet Banking. These transactions will also need to be authorised by an Approver(s) before being submitted for processing.

  • What is an Approver?

    An Approver is a user who can authorise a transaction to be processed by Corporate Online Banking. Once the Approver has authorised the transaction, the request will be processed based on the Transaction date inputted in the transaction.

  • How many users can I register on Corporate Internet Banking?

    There is no limit on the number of Initiators you can request.

  • How many authorisers are required to approve a transaction for processing?

    Corporate Online Banking can support sole or multiple authorisations with different limits, for all requested transactions. The number of authorises depends on your preferences, and your account mandate.

  • How much does Internet Banking cost?
    • There are no extra charges for usage of Online Banking.
    • However, normal product fees and transaction related charges continue to apply.
  • Is this service available 24-hour?

    Yes. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • I am facing a problem during logging in, what should I do?

    If you are having Trouble Logging-in, It may be because of one of the following reasons

    You are entering incorrect Corporate ID or User ID.

    You are entering incorrect Password.

    Your User ID may be disabled.

    Your Secure Token may be locked due to 5 invalid attempts of PIN entry.

    Your token may be Lost/Stolen

  • Can I change my login password after logging into my Internet Banking Account?
    • Yes, you can change your password using the option "My Profile-> Change Password" anytime to ensure security.
    • When changing your Password make sure that you set up something that no one could guess. You must memorize your Password and never write it down.
    • These important steps will prevent unauthorized individuals from accessing your financial information.
  • What is the policy for setting up password?

    1. Minimum length of the password should be of 6 characters.

    2. Maximum length of the password cannot exceed 28 characters.

    3. Password should be a combination of alphabets and numbers.

    4. History of last 3 passwords should not be repeated.

    5. Spaces are not allowed in between Password.

  • What happens if I incorrectly enter the login password?
    • You will receive an error message if you enter an invalid password.
    • You have 5 attempts to enter the correct login password. Entering wrong password on 5th time will lock your User ID

Accounts

  • Can I see a summary of my company position?
    • Yes. You can see a summary of your company position at one go under "Summary" screen once you have logged-in to Online Banking.
    • Summary screen gives you a consolidated snap shot of the complete banking relationship that you have with Bank Muscat
  • Can I view the transactions belonging to all my accounts?

    Yes, you can view the latest transaction or historical transactions belonging to all your

    • Accounts,
    • Deposits
    • Credit cards
    • Trade products
  • Can I download the transactions?

    Yes, you can download your transactions for the following products into PDF or XLS format using the option "Download Details As" to save the information for your tracking.

    • Current Account.
    • Credit cards
    • Deposits
    • Trade products
  • How do I view my Account Statements?
    • Go to Accounts->Current Accounts.
    • Click the option "Detailed Statement" to see the transaction using date filter. or Last N Months Filter. Or
    • Click the option "Mini" to see your last 10 transactions.
  • Why do I have two balances appearing on my Account Details screen?
    • The two balances that appear on your account details screen are your Account Balance and Available balance.
    • Account Balance shows how much total money you have in your account now.
    • Available Balance shows how much money you can take out of your account immediately.
  • Can I see the outstanding balances of trade products?

    Yes, You can go to Accounts > Trade Products and see the Outstanding Balance of all trade products.

  • How do I view my Deposit Statements?
    • Go to Accounts->Deposit Accounts
    • Click the option "Transaction History" against your deposit to see all transactions.
  • What are the credit card services available online?
    • Credit Card Outstanding Balance enquiry
    • Credit Card Details
    • Credit Card Transaction History
    • Credit Card Payment
    • Credit Card Billed statement
  • How do I view my credit card Transactions?
    • You can now view the transactions performed on your credit card.
    • All you need to do is to click on 'Transactional History' under Credit Card Summary and key in the period of the transactions you want to view.
  • How do I view my credit card Billed Statement?
    • Click Accounts > Credit Cards
    • Click on Billed Statement against the card for which you wish to generate a statement.
    • Select an appropriate Billing Date and Click on ‘Go’ to get the list of transactions.
    • Select "Download details as -> PDF" option if you wish to download or save the account statement as PDF file.
  • How to see the Details of my Credit Card?
    • Go to Accounts > Credit Cards and click on Credit card Number
    • You can see the details related to Total Credit Limit, Available Credit Limit, Payment Due Date, Minimum Payment Amount, Amount Overdue etc

Secure Mailbox

  • What is My Mailbox?

    Secure Mailbox is an email service that enables you to send enquiries or comments to us securely and confidentially.

    Mailbox feature menu allows you to:

    • Check your inbox for received mails
    • Send a Mail
    • Reply to a Mail
    • Delete a Mail

    When you receive a Mail from the bank a number indicator will be displayed in the option "Mailbox" indicating that you have new messages.

  • What type of enquiries can I send to the Bank?

    Please refer the Subject drop-down list provided when you compose an email to the Bank. You can submit enquiries or requests related to Accounts, Credit Cards, Statements, Debit Card, Cheque Books, Credit Card and Internet Banking Services or provide general feedback.

  • Can I include attachments in my secure mail to the Bank?

    For security reasons, no attachments of documents or images are allowed with the secure mail message. Likewise, responses from the Bank will not include attachments.

  • How soon will I receive a response from the Bank?

    The Bank will respond to all enquiries, feedback and requests within 3 working days.

  • Can I use the Mail Box to send instructions for financial transactions?

    No. For security reasons, we do not accept any instruction relating to financial transactions through the Secure Mail Box.

  • I would like to give some comments and feedback to bank muscat, what should I do?

    You can either compose an email and send to us via the Secured Mailbox or email us at customerservice@bankmuscat.com Or corporateservicedesk@bankmuscat.com

Personalisation

  • Set Internet Banking Preferences
    • You can customize your Online Banking welcome message by entering your preferred name in the "Nick name" field available in the option "My Profile -> Set Preferences".
    • Your personalised welcome message will appear on each page within Internet Banking. Follow the guidelines below for entering your greeting:
    • Enter any name up to 30 characters, including spaces, in the field provided.
    • Select the Next button to confirm your changes.
    • Please logout after setting up of your Nick name and re login. Your custom greeting will appear immediately in the top Right-hand section of each page within Online Banking.
  • Can I give a nickname for my accounts?

    Yes, you can give nicknames to your accounts for easier tracking and monitoring. Select "My Profile> Set Preferences” and Choose the edit function to give a suitable nick name for the desired accounts.

  • What is meant by Primary Account Number in Set Preferences?

    The Account number selected here will appear on the top of the list while initiating any transactions. You can choose the primary account number through the option "My Profile->Set Preferences" by clicking on the star icon present against the account number.

  • How do I maintain a favourite list of accounts?

    You can set your favourite accounts through the option "My Profile->Set Favourite Account". Accounts will be listed in the same order in Account Summary, Transfers and payments.

  • Logging Out

    When you are finished with your Internet Banking session, you should log out using the Log Out button at the top right hand side of the screen and close your browser window. For added security, if you are inactive for 10 minutes, the session will automatically log you out.

Bank Muscat Secure Token

  • What is Bank Muscat Soft Token and why should I use it?

    Bank Muscat Soft token is an app which you can use instead of your physical token. With soft token you no longer face the hassle of carrying your physical token as it replaces all your Internet Banking authentications through a seamless and secured journey with just your mobile phone.

  • Is the soft token app secure?
    • • Yes, the soft token app is built with global security standards as part of our multi-layered authentication to give you peace of mind.
    • • The Soft Token app is enabled on only one device, your smartphone, which is protected by your mobile device PIN/Biometric lock and the MPIN of soft token app. Additionally it can be only used on one mobile device through which you register your soft token app.
  • How much will it cost me?
    • • BM soft token app is free of cost.
    • • The only cost that applies to you is the network usage levied upon you by your telecom service provider
  • How do I download/access the BM soft token app?

    Downloading and using the BM soft token app is easy

    • • iPhone users can download the application free from the Apple iTunes Store.
    • • For Android users and Huawei, the app is available through play store and app gallery respectively
  • How do I get started with Soft Token app?

    You should have completed all the below 4 activities before you start using the soft token for authentication.

    • • You are actively using Bank Muscat Corporate Internet Banking platform, in case you have not registered for Bank Muscat Corporate Internet Banking please visit the branch or contact your Relationship Manager to enquire on the registration.
    • • Click here for Corporate Additional Services Form to proceed with the registration. https://corp.bankmuscatonline.com/corp/L002/bankmuscat/helpfiles/Additional_Services_form_for_Corporate_Online_Banking.pdf
    • • Have successfully downloaded BM Soft token app from App store/play store/Huawei gallery onto your mobile device.
    • • Have completed the activation process for BM Soft token app.
  • I am using a physical token for my Corporate Internet Banking transactions; can I replace it with BM soft token app?
    • • Yes, you can easily replace your physical token with BM soft token app.
    • • Simply download BM soft token app from App/play/Huawei store, complete the activation process by following the on-screen instructions.
  • I am not having a physical token, but I am a regular user of Corporate Internet Banking mostly checks my Account/Credit card balances, statements etc., shall I use the BM soft token app?
    • • You can continue to use such inquiry services without a need to have a soft token app.
    • • In case you want to perform transactions, you can simply download BM soft token app from App Store, Play Store or Huawei App Gallery, complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.
  • How do I activate the Soft Token for my Corporate Internet Banking User?
    • 1. Download BM Soft Token app from App Store, Play store or Huawei App Gallery.
    • 2. Launch your BM Soft Token app and tap on Register Now option.
    • 3. Click on Corporate
    • 4. Click on Scan QR Code, your mobile device camera will open
    • 5. To proceed with the scanning, login to your Corporate Internet Banking User and go to Token Related Services > Activate Soft Token > Press “Go”
    • 6. Click on Generate Coloured QR Code button, a coloured QR code will be displayed for scanning from Soft Token App
    • 7. After scanning, an OTP will be sent to your registered e-mail and mobile number to be entered in the Soft Token App
    • 8a. For customers using IOS device,
    • • A pre-composed SMS message to a short code recipient will be displayed in your IOS messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 8b. For customers using Android device,
    • • Allow SMS permission to send pre-composed SMS message to a Bank Muscat short code recipient from your messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 9. You will be directed to MPIN setup screen where you need to enter MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
    • 10. You will be successfully registered for soft token app and it will be ready for use.
  • Can I set up my Retail user on the same Corporate Soft Token?
    • • Yes. You can activate your Retail User within the same Corporate Soft Token App. Simply click on “Add User” and follow the on-screen instructions to activate your retail user.
  • How can I activate/register my Retail User after clicking “Add User”?
    • 1. Enter your registered mobile number, Debit Card number, PIN and click continue.
    • 2. SIM Authentication screen will be displayed, you need to click on Submit.
    • 2a. For customers using IOS device,
    • • A pre-composed SMS message to a short code recipient will be displayed in your IOS messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 2b. For customers using Android device,
    • • Allow SMS permission to send pre-composed SMS message to a Bank Muscat short code recipient from your messaging app, simply press the send icon.
    • 3. You will be directed to MPIN setup screen where you need to enter MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
    • 4. You will be successfully registered for soft token app and it will be ready for use.
    • 5. Login to your Internet Banking and go to Token Related services > Activate Soft token > Press “Go”.
    • 6. Click on Generate Coloured QR Code button, a Coloured QR code will be displayed.
    • 7. Now launch your BM soft token app on your mobile device and tap on Scan QR Coloured Code.
    • 8. Your mobile device camera will open, scan the Coloured QR code displayed on your internet banking screen.
    • 9. You will see a success message on the app, you will also receive an SMS & email notification once the activation is completed.
    • 10. Your soft token will be ready for use.
  • How many users can I activate in my Soft Token?
    • • You can have up-to 5 users which 4 can be Corporate Users in 1 Soft Token device and only 1 Retail user is allowed.
  • I am already using the Soft Token for my Retail Account. How can I use it for my Corporate Account?
    • • Simply click on “Add User” after logging into your Retail Soft token App and proceed with the Corporate User activation by following the on screen instructions.
  • How do I authenticate Internet Banking transactions with my Soft Token App?

    You can authenticate your Internet Banking transactions by taking the following steps:

    • 1) Tap on the push notification sent to your mobile device.
    • 2) Enter MPIN to login.
    • 3) Review the transaction details and tap on “Approve” button to complete your authentication
  • I have accidentally closed the Push Notifications; how shall I approve the transaction?

    You can authenticate your Internet Banking transactions by taking the following steps:

    • • In case you have not received the push notifications on your mobile device for more than 90 seconds, your Internet Banking screen will automatically generate a coloured QR code.
    • • You will then need to launch BM Soft Token App (Log in is required) > Tap on “Scan QR code” icon to open the mobile camera.
    • • Scan the coloured QR code displayed on the Internet Banking screen.
    • • Once the scanning is completed, your Soft Token app will display an 8-digit OTP.
    • • Enter the OTP in your Internet Banking screen and press Submit button to complete the transaction.
  • I did not receive a Push Notification to authenticate my transaction?
    • • Please ensure that you have enabled Push Notifications and allowed permissions for BM Soft Token App to send you such notifications.
    • • For iPhone users, to enable Push Notifications, go to Settings > Notifications > BM Soft Token > turn on Allow Notifications.
    • • For Android users, to enable Push Notifications, go to Settings > Notifications > BM Soft Token > turn on Notifications.

    Note: Push Notifications may not be received if you are in a no/low network coverage area.

  • What if I still don’t receive Push Notifications even though Notifications are turned ON in my device settings?
    • • In case you have not received the push notifications in your mobile device for more than 90 seconds, your Internet Banking screen will automatically generate a coloured QR code.
    • • You will then need to launch BM soft token app (Log in is required) > Tap on “Scan QR code” icon to open the mobile camera.
    • • Scan the coloured QR code displayed on the Internet Banking screen.
    • • Once the scanning is completed, your soft token app will display an 8-digit OTP.
    • • Enter the OTP in your Internet Banking screen and press Submit button to complete the transaction.
  • Can I set up my soft token on various mobile phones?
    • • No. For security reasons, registration is only allowed using the mobile number registered with the bank.
    • • In case you need to update the mobile number registered with the bank, visit the branch or update through ATM or update through Internet Banking (using hard token).
  • How do I activate/Deactivate my biometric (Touch ID and Face ID) for logging in soft token app?
    • • Login to BM soft token app.
    • • Tap on Settings.
    • • Tap on Manage Touch ID option.
    • • Select/Deselect use Touch ID toggle option.
  • What is the use of Generate OTP option shown on Soft Token app?
    • • When you tap on Generate OTP option the app will generate an 8-digit OTP.
    • • This 8-digit OTP will be used for authenticating only the non-financial transactions.
    • • You will be prompted with a clear instruction in all the respective non-financial transaction screens if the Generate OTP option will have to be used.
  • I have forgotten my Soft Token MPIN, what should I do?
    • • Launch your BM Soft Token app.
    • • Tap on Forgot MPIN option
    • • You will get the details of the Corporate User with instructions to proceed, then click on “Continue”
    • • Login to your Internet Banking Corporate and go to Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > Forgot MPIN > Press “Go”.
    • • A 6-digit Challenge Code will be generated.
    • • Enter the 6-digit Challenge Code in your Soft Token App
    • • Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
    • • You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.
  • I have multiple users in my Soft Token and have forgotten my MPIN, what should I do?
    • • Launch your BM Soft Token app.
    • • Tap on Forgot MPIN option
    • • If your first time Soft Token registration was completed with your Corporate user:
      • o You will get the details of the Corporate User with instructions to proceed, then click on “Continue”
      • o Login to your Internet Banking Corporate and go to Token Related services > Soft Token Related Services > Forgot MPIN > Press “Go”.
      • o A 6-digit Challenge Code will be generated
      • o Enter the 6-digit Challenge Code in your Soft Token App
      • o Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
      • o You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.
    • • If your first time Soft Token registration was completed with your Retail user:
      • o Enter your registered mobile number, Debit Card number and PIN.
      • o Enter OTP received on your registered mobile number and click Next.
      • o Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
      • o You can login to the Soft Token App with your new MPIN.
  • I have entered the MPIN incorrectly 5 times and my App got locked, what should I do now to unlock my Soft Token app?
    • • Launch your BM soft token app.
    • • Tap on Forgot MPIN option
    • • Enter your registered Mobile Number, Debit Card number and PIN.
    • • Enter OTP received on your registered mobile number and click Next.
    • • Enter new MPIN, confirm MPIN and click Submit.
    • • Your Soft Token app will be unlocked successfully, you can login to the app with your new MPIN.
  • I am an existing user of Soft Token app, but I want to change my device, how can I setup the Soft Token app on my new device?
    • • Please download the soft token app onto your new device.
    • • Complete the registration and activation process.
    • • Soft Token on your previous mobile device will automatically be deregistered.
    • • Your Soft Token app on your new device will be ready to use.
  • I am an existing user of Soft Token app, but I have lost my mobile device, what should I do now?
    • • For security reasons, it is recommended to de-register Soft Token from your mobile device that has been lost.
    • • To do that, login to Internet Banking and use the option “Token Related services > De-register Soft token” to deregister your mobile device.
    • • You can also contact our call center at 24795555 and provide a request for de-registration.
    • • In case you want to use the Soft Token app again, please download the Soft Token app into your new device and complete the registration and activation process.
    • • Your Soft Token app on your new device will be ready to use.
  • I have accidently uninstalled my Soft Token app, how can I setup Soft Token app again?
    • • Simply download BM Soft Token app again from App Store or Play Store or Huawei Gallery. Complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.
    • • Your soft token app will be ready to use.
  • I have entered the Soft Token OTP incorrectly multiple times and my Soft Token app has been disabled, how can I enable again?
    • • Go to Token related services > Soft Token Related Services > Enable soft token > Press “Go”.
    • • Enter the SMS OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
    • • Submit the request
    • • After successful completion, your Soft Token app will be ready to use
  • How do I change my MPIN?
    • • Login to BM Soft Token app.
    • • Tap on Settings.
    • • Tap on Change MPIN option
    • • Enter current MPIN, new MPIN, confirm MPIN.
    • • Click Submit.
    • • Use the new MPIN for all your subsequent logins
  • What happens if I permanently change my SIM card?
    • • There is no impact when changing your SIM card as long as the mobile number remains the same.
    • • However, if you have changed your mobile number you will need to update it through Internet Banking (using Hard token) or by visiting the branch.
  • Can I continue using Physical Token?

    Yes, you will be able to use your Physical Token for all your transactions seamlessly.

  • Can I use both hard and soft token at the same time?
    • • No, for security reasons only one transaction authentication mode will be allowed for authentication.
    • • You cannot use both Hard and soft token at the same time for your authentication.
  • How do I switch back to Hard Token?
    • • Go to “Token related services > Hard Token Related Services > Switch to Hard token > Press “Go”.
    • • Submit the request using the SMS OTP received on your registered mobile number.
    • • After successful completion, you will be able to authenticate your transactions using your previously used hard token device.

    Note: If you have not used hard token before, this functionality will not work. You need to visit any branch and collect a new hard token.

  • How do I switch back to Soft Token?
    • • Go to “Token related services > Soft Token Related Services >Switch to Soft token > Press “Go”.
    • • Submit the request.
    • • After successful completion, you will be able to authenticate your transactions using your previously used soft token app.

    Note: If you have not used soft token app before, this functionality will not work. You need to simply download BM soft token app from App Store, Play Store or Huawei App Gallery, complete the registration and activation process by following the on-screen instructions.

  • I have collected my New Secure Token. What do I need to do now?
    • You will need to submit the additional services form duly filled.
    • Bank will taken 3 working days to activate your Secure Token
    • SMS & Email will be sent on your registered mobile number & Email ID upon activation of Secure Token.
    • On receipt of SMS & Email,you can use your Secure Token for performing all transactions.
  • How does the Secure Token work?

    Please click here to see the complete features of Secure Token.

  • Can I use the Secure Token when I travel overseas?

    Yes, you can carry your Secure Token along with you when traveling overseas and access all our Internet Banking services anywhere, any time.

  • Do I have to pay for applying the Security Token?

    No. The Secure Token will be issued to you free for the first time as part of our commitment to our customers.

  • What if my Secure Token is lost/Stolen?

    You will need to apply for a replacement Token by visiting your Bank Muscat branch. A nominal charge will be applied for the same.

  • I have received the token but there is no "Power Off" button. How do I switch it off?

    The Secure Token comes with auto-power off feature. There is no need to power off the Secure Token.

Service Request:

  • How do I open a new Fixed Deposit online?

    You can now open a Fixed Deposit online through bank muscat Internet banking, Simple go to Customer Service > Service Request > Accounts > Open a Fixed Deposit

    • Enter the Deposit Amount
    • Choose the tenor of your Fixed Deposit.
    • Select the account from which funds will be used to open your Fixed Deposit Account and click on Continue.
    • Select the appropriate Interest Instruction details.
    • Select the appropriate Renewal Instruction details and click on Continue.

    You will now be displayed a summary of all the details entered by you.Enter the OTP generated on your Secure Token and Click on 'Submit' to open your Fixed Deposit.

  • How much money do I need to deposit to open a new Fixed Deposit?

    You can open a Fixed Deposit with a minimum of RO 1000.

  • How do I know the interest rate /tenor of Fixed Deposit?
    • If you would like to know the latest tenors and interest rates offered by Bank Muscat for Fixed Deposits, click on 'Fixed Deposit Interest Rate'.
    • The calculator provides indicative rates of the maturity value. Rates are subject to change from time to time.
    • For additional terms and conditions please visit the nearest Bank Muscat branch for details.
  • Shall I pre close the deposit or change the maturity instruction of the deposit during the tenure?
    • In case you want to pre close the deposit or change your maturity instruction, please visit your Bank Muscat branch and provide a written request.
  • Can I request for a cheque book?
    • You can give a request for cheque book online through "Customer Service > Service Requests ->Accounts->Request New Cheque Book".
    • Your request will be processed in 3 working days
  • Can I report a lost or stolen Credit card from Internet Banking?

    Yes you can. Go to the "Customer Service >Service Requests >Credit Cards " option and select the "Block Credit Card" Section.

  • Can I report a lost or stolen Debit card from Internet Banking?
    • Yes you can. Go to the "Customer Service >Service Requests >Debit Cards " option and select the "Block Credit Card" Section.
  • Can I link my debit card to multiple Accounts?
    • You can place an Online request to link additional accounts to your debit card through the option "Customer Service > Service Requests-> Link Debit Card to Multiple Accounts".
  • How do I enable International Access of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > Enable International Access" .
    • Select the Debit Card
    • Select Start Date and End Date
    • Select countries for which the access should be enabled & Continue
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is enabled for ATM and POS transactions in all selected countries for the selected date range, this will not impact any Online Transactions (like e-commerce site).

  • How do I disable International Access of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > Disable International Access"
    • Select the Debit Card and continue.
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is disabled for ATM and POS transactions in all countries (other than Oman), this will not impact any Online Transactions (like e-commerce site).

  • How do I delete the ‘Disable International access request’ of my Debit Card?
    • Go to "Customer Service > Service Request > Debit Cards > View/Delete – Enable Access Requests"
    • Select the Debit Card and continue.
    • Verify the details and Click "Submit"

    This request will ensure that your debit card is disabled for ATM and POS transactions for the selected countries.

  • How do I approve the Service Requests?
    • Go to View Approval Queue->Service Request where you can see the listing of all Service request which are pending.
    • Click on the Service request to continue approving till successful submission of your request.

Bill Payment & Credit Card Payment

  • What is Bill Payment?

    Bill Payment is a free online bill pay service which allows you to make payments to any of the listed billers from your Banking accounts.

  • What are the advantages of paying bills online?
    • You can save your time and money by not having to go to the billers office.
    • You can also do an immediate payment or set a future date or scheduled recurring instructions for your bill payment.
  • Who can I pay to?

    You can pay bills to any of our listed billers

    • Ooredoo Post paid GSM/Tel/Internet
    • Ooredoo Top Up GSM/Tel/Internet
    • Omantel Internet
    • Omantel GSM
    • Omantel Telephone
    • Omantel Topup
    • Renna / Red Bull Mobile Topup
    • OIFC Electricity - Muscat (MEDC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Mazoon (MZEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Majan (MJEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Rural(RAECO)
    • OIFC Electricity - Dhofar (DPC)
    • OIFC Water
    • ONEIC Electricity
    • ONEIC Water
    • PASI – CIVIL
    • PASI - COMMERCIAL
    • Fees for Assafwah Private School
    • Fees for Indian School Al Ghubrah
    • Fees for Indian School Muladah
    • Fees for Indian School Salalah
    • Jaifar Ibn Al Julanda School Fees
    • Fees for Mad Science Day Care
    • Fees for Math Genius
    • Fees for Modern Coll Business & Sci
    • Fees for National Nursry Montessori
    • Fees for Pakistan School Muscat
    • Fees for Rikaz Tech and Human Res
    • Fees for Sri Lankan School
    • Fees for Sultan School
    • Fees for Muscat College
    • Fees for Middle east college of Information
    • Fees for Indian School Muscat
    • Fees for Markaz Alisary School
    • Fees for Indian School Sohar
    • Fees for Indian School Maabela
  • How do I get started with Online Bill Payment?
    • Log in to Internet Banking.
    • Select the Bill Payment option.
    • Choose between the option "Payment to New Biller" or "Payment to Registered Biller" if you want to make payment to a New Biller or to a biller which is already registered respectively.
    • Enter the Biller Information you want to pay.
    • Click on Validate Biller.
    • Enter the payment details and confirm the transaction
  • How do I approve the New Biller Registrations?
    • Go to View Approval Queue > Billers where you can see the listing of all Biller registrations which are pending.
    • Select only the record having the status as "Pending for My Approval"
    • Click on "Approve" button to continue till successful submission of your request.
  • How do I approve the Bill Payments?
    • Go to View Approval Queue > Payments where you can see the listing of all transfer/Bill payment transactions which are pending.
    • Select the record having the status as "Pending for My Approval" and Click on "Approve" button to continue till successful submission of your request.
  • Can I view my Outstanding due amount online?

    Yes, you can view the Outstanding due amount online for the below Billers on click of ‘Validate Biller’ available in Bill Payment initiation screen, also upon successful payment of the below billers the outstanding amount will get reduced real time..

    • OIFC Electricity - Muscat (MEDC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Mazoon (MZEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Majan (MJEC)
    • OIFC Electricity - Rural(RAECO)
    • OIFC Electricity - Dhofar (DPC)
    • OIFC Water
    • Omantel Internet
    • Omantel Telephone
    • Omantel GSM Postpaid
    • Ooredoo GSM Postpaid
    • Ooredoo Landline
    • Ooredoo Internet
    • PASI – CIVIL
    • PASI - COMMERCIAL
  • Is the service free?

    Yes. The service is free for the customers.

  • Can I do a Topup for my phone or my friend's phone?

    Yes. You can do a mobile Topup for any Ooredoo or Omantel or Renna / Red Bull Mobile by going to "Bill Payment" option.

  • How soon does the top-up reflect in my mobile account?

    On successful completion of the top-up transaction, the mobile will receive a confirmation SMS from the service provider.

  • Can I set a future date or scheduled instruction for my bill payment?
    • Yes, you can set a future date or schedule a recurring instruction for your bill payment.
    • However, if you are setting a future date or scheduling a recurring instruction, please ensure that you have sufficient funds in your account, as your account will be debited on the day of payment.

    ** Please note that you cannot schedule a one time or recurring standing orders for all Omantel, Ooredoo, Renna OIFC, ONEIC & PASI payments.

  • How do I set up a One-time Future Dated Bill Payment?
    • Go to Bill Payments option.
    • Select the Transaction Date (dd/MM/yyyy) to any future date you wish to make the payment.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your One-time Future Dated Bill Payment.
  • How do I set up a Recurring Bill Payment?
    • Go to Bill Payments option.
    • Select Recurring from the "Frequency Type" drop down field.
    • Specify date when the payment should start in the "Recurring Start Date" field.
    • Specify the frequency of the payment in "Frequency" Field.
    • Specify the Number of Installemnts of the payment to be made in "Number of Installments" field.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your Recurring Bill Payment.
  • Can I stop my Standing Instruction before execution?
    • Yes, go to "Transfers " > " Standing Instructions"
    • Select Current Standing Instructions from the Instruction Status drop down and click on Search to get the list.
    • Click on Stop to Continue
    • Make sure that you are stopping the Standing instruction 1 working day prior to the due date of the execution.
    • Also keep in mind that if the due date of your Standing instruction falls on a holiday your account will be debited on the previous business day.

  • Can I pay a 3rd party Bank Muscat Credit Card?
    • Yes, you can pay via immediate, future transfer or scheduled payment mode.
    • Simply go to 'Bill Payments > Payment to Credit Card'
    • In Case you have already registered the credit card for payment just select it from the registered biller list.
    • Else fill in the credit card information and confirm the transaction.
    • Once your request is successfully submitted, your transaction will be processed. The credit card will be added under your Registered Biller List and you can make use of the same for all your future payments.
  • Can I make payment to AMEX Credit Card?
    • Yes, you can pay via immediate, future transfer or scheduled payment mode.
    • Simply go to 'Bill Payments > Payment to Credit Card'
    • In Case you have already registered the credit card for payment just select it from the registered biller list.
    • Else fill in the credit card information and confirm the transaction.
    • Once your request is successfully submitted, your transaction will be processed. The credit card will be added under your Registered Biller List and you can make use of the same for all your future payments.

Types of Transfers

  • With Internet Banking, you can make the following types of electronic funds transfer:

    Within Your Own bank muscat Accounts

    3rd party accounts in Bank Muscat

    Other Bank Account in Oman

    International Funds Transfer

    Modes of Transfer

    • Immediate Transfer
    • One - Time Future Dated Transfer.
    • Recurring Transfers.

    Modes of Transfer

    • Immediate Transfer
    • One - Time Future Dated Transfer.
    • Recurring Transfers.

    Modes of Transfer

    • Immediate Transfer
    • One - Time Future Dated Transfer.
    • Recurring Transfers.

    Modes of Transfer

    • Immediate Transfer
    • One - Time Standing Instruction
    • Recurring Standing Instruction.

    Charges


    Nil

     

    Charges


    Nil for Immediate Transfer

    0.500 Bz – For One time future dated and Recurring Transfers

     

    Charges


    • Txn Amount more than RO 3000 - RO 4.250/Txn.
    • For TXn Amount less than RO 3000 - RO 1/Txn.

    Charges


    • RO 15/transaction if the local and overseas charges are borne by you.
    • RO 5/transaction if the local charges are borne by you and overseas charges are borne by beneficiary.
    • For One Time or Recurring Standing Instruction RO 2 will be taken as an execution charges.

    Processing time


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    Real Time

    Processing time


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    Real Time

    Processing time


    • Request Received for the transfer amount below OMR 3000 before 11:30 GST will be processed on the same Day.
    • Request Received for the transfer amount below OMR 3000 after 11:30 GST will be processed on next working Day.
    • Request Received for the transfer amount above OMR 3000 before 13:15 GST will be processed on the same Day.
    • Request Received for the transfer amount above OMR 3000 after 13:15 GST will be processed on next working Day.

    Processing time


    • For Eastern Currencies (AUD, SGD, JPY, NZD, HKD) processing time - Next Working Day
    • For Non - Eastern Currencies processing will be done on the same Day for the request received before 14:00 GST.For the request received after 14:00 GST processing time will be done on Next working Day.
  • Can I set up recurring or future-dated transfers

    You can schedule future-dated transfers up to 3 years in advance. Recurring transfers can be made at regular intervals, such as daily, weekly, monthly, Quarterly, Half yearly and yearly.

  • How do I set up a One-time Future Dated Transfer?
    • Go to Transfers > Fund Transfers and select the relevant transaction type
    • Select the Transaction Date (dd/MM/yyyy) to any future date you wish to make the payment.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your One-time Future Dated Transfer.
  • How do I set up a Recurring Transfer?
    • Go to Transfers > Fund Transfers and select the relevant transfer type.
    • Select Recurring from the "Frequency Type" drop down field.
    • Specify date when the transfer should start in the "Recurring Start Date" field.
    • Specify the frequency of the transfer in "Frequency" field.
    • Specify the Number of Installemnts of the transfer to be made in "Number of Installments" field.
    • Complete the remaining details to set up your Recurring Transfer.
  • How do I approve the New Beneficiary Registrations ?
    • Go to View Approval Queue > Beneficiaries where you can see the listing of all beneficiary registration which are pending.
    • Select only the record having the status as "Pending for My Approval"
    • Click on "Approve" button to continue till successful submission of your request
  • How do I approve the transfers?
    • Go to View Approval Queue > Payments where you can see the listing of all transfer/Bill payment transactions which are pending.
    • Select the record having the status as "Pending for My Approval" and Click on "Approve" button to continue till successful submission of your request.
  • I am unable to initiate or Approve the transaction, getting Limit Exceeded Error
    • This error occurs if you do not have enough transaction limit for the day.
    • Your limit is consumed on successful initiating or Approving of transaction for the day.
    • Please check the available limits under Transfers> Transaction Limit inquiry option.
  • How Can I View pending Transfers / Bill Payments to be executed?
    • Go to "Transfers > Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Current Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search.
  • How can I View Executed Standing Instructions?
    • Go to "Transfers >Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Completed Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search
  • Will the foreign exchange rate displayed online the actual rate for any cross currency Transfers?
    • The foreign exchange rate displayed online is only indicative and it does not represent the actual rate that takes effect on any Cross Currency Transfers.
    • The exchange rate is subjected to the Bank's prevailing exchange rate as of the date and time of processing
  • How do I know that the transaction was successful?
    • After the payment is made, you will be shown a receipt screen. This screen will contain a ' Transaction Status' title, which will display 'SUCCESS' in case of successful transactions and 'FAILURE' in case of failed transactions. This screenwill also contain the transaction reference number. Please note this down and quote this in case of any transaction queries with Bank Muscat.
    • You will be able to see the successful transaction appear in the mini/detailed statement as well as in Transaction History screen.
  • Can I stop my Standing Instruction before execution?
    • Yes, go to "Transfers > Standing Instructions"
    • Select “Current Standing Instructions” from the Instruction Status drop down and click search.
    • Click on Stop to continue.
    • Make sure that you are stopping the Standing instruction 1 working day prior to the due date of the execution.
    • Also keep in mind that if the due date of your Standing instruction falls on a holiday your account will be debited on the previous business day.
  • Where do I view my daily transaction limits?

    You can view your daily transaction limit through the Option Transfers> Transaction Limit Inquiry" after you have logged in to your Internet Banking.

  • What is Bulk Transaction Processing?

    Bulk transaction processing allows the users to conveniently make multiple transactions through a single file upload. The important features of bulk transaction processing are as follows:

    • The users can initiate bulk transactions to other Bank Muscat accounts. There will be one debit transaction on the debit account and credit transactions on the beneficiary accounts.
    • In case of bulk transfers to Non Bank Muscat accounts within Oman, the system automatically decides the transfer option ֠ACHor NEFT, depending on the amount per transaction and the beneficiary bank.
    • All bulk transfers are essentially scheduled payments. The approvals for the bulk transfers should be done in advance before the scheduled date for the system to process the bulk transfer instruction.
  • How do I prepare the file for bulk transfer to bank muscat accounts & Other bank accounts in Oman?
    • Login to Bank Muscat Internet Banking and go to File Upload Option.
    • Download the excel file "Within bank sample file" if you want to process within bank payment types.
    • Or

    • Download the excel file "WPS Salary Payment" if you want to process WPS salaries.
    • Or

    • Download the excel file "Other bank sample file" if you want to process other bank payment types.
    • File can be uploaded in .XLS, .XLSX & .CSV formats.
  • How do I upload the file?
    • Login to Bank Muscat Internet Banking and go to File Upload Option.
    • Select your relevant Product type.
    • Select the debit account (Same Account available in the file), enter the total transfer amount, total credit records and remarks (optional).
    • Browse and attach file and click on continue button
    • Enter the OTP generated on your Secure Token and Click on 'Submit'.
    • You will receive a confirmation message and the request will be sent to the approver.

    Kindly note that, only if all the approvers accept the request by approving the transaction, shall the request be sent for processing. If any approver rejects the transaction, then the payment will not be processed.

  • How do I approve the file?
    • Login to Bank Muscat Internet Banking.
    • Go to File Upload > Approve/Rejected Uploaded files.
    • Select the record which you want to approve and click on " Approve" button and continue till successful submission of your request.
  • What is the cut-off time for File processing?

    File processing cut-off time(where value date is the current date)

    WPS Files

    • All salary credits which are within Bank Muscat will be processed the same day.
    • All outside Bank Muscat salary requests - Requests received on working days before 02:00 PM will be processed the same day. Requests received on working day after 02:00 PM or on public holidays and weekends, will be processed on the next working day.

    Non-WPS files

    • 'Within Bank Muscat' files uploaded before 07:00 PM - file will be processed the same day.
    • 'Within Bank Muscat' files uploaded after 07:00 PM - file will be processed on next working day.
    • All outside Bank Muscat files should be uploaded and approved at least a day in advance of the Processing date.
    • All outside Bank Muscat salary requests - Requests received on working days before 02:00 PM will be processed the same day. Requests received on working day after 02:00 PM or on public holidays and weekends, will be processed on the next working day.
  • Why the Status of the File is showing as "Execution in Progress" even after the processing date?

    Go to "File Upload > View File Upload details" in that screen if the status of the file which got uploaded is still shown as "Execution in Progress" after 1 working day from the processing date. Please contact your relation manager or write to us at customerservice@bankmuscat.com orcorporateservicedesk@bankmuscat.com

  • When the reversal will happen if the few or all records of the file got failed?
    • If your file has been processed successfully but with rejected transactions, the reversal amount will be automatically credited back to your account
  • What do I do if my transaction is not processed?
    • Go to "File Upload > View File Upload details"
    • Click on File Number hyperlink and then click on "View Failed Transactions"
    • You may see the reason for rejection.
    • You can then re-initiate the same transaction or enter a fresh payment, as long as the reason for rejection has been addressed.

Group bill payments

  • 1. Can I transfer to multiple bills in one transaction (Group bill payments)?

    • Yes, you can now create a group with a maximum selection of 10 billers in a group this is only applicable for billers that are registered in your Bank Muscat Internet banking.
  • Create Group with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to bill payments
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. Select add new group
    • 4. Enter group name
    • 5. Select minimum 2 registered billers and maximum 10 in each group.
    • 6. Review details & submit
    • 7. A success message will be displayed of biller group creation.
  • Initiate Group bill payment with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to bill payments
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. List of group billers will be displayed, choose make payment from action.
    • 4. Select debit account
    • 5. Outstanding will be displayed, you can enter different payment amount & continue
    • 6. Review details , enter OTP & submit
    • 7. A success message of group transfer will be displayed next to each biller.
  • Modify or Delete groups steps
    • 1. Go to transfers
    • 2. Select group bill payments
    • 3. List of group billers will be displayed, choose modify or delete from action
    • 4. Modify required details & continue
    • 5. Review & confirm details
    • 6. A success message of update or delete group will be displayed.

Group Transfers within Bank Muscat Accounts:

  • 1. Can I transfer to a group in one transaction (Group Transfers)?

    • Yes, you can create a Transfer Group with a maximum of 10 beneficiaries in a group (from Bank Muscat Accounts) this is only applicable for beneficiaries that are registered in your Bank Muscat Internet Banking.
  • 2. Create a Group with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Beneficiaries"
    • 3. Select "Add New Beneficiaries"
    • 4. Select "Group Transfer"
    • 5. Select "Add New Group"
    • 6. Enter the group's name
    • 7. Select a minimum of (2) registered beneficiaries and a maximum of (10) in each group
    • 8. Review the details & "Submit"
    • 9. A success message will be displayed of your biller group creation
  • 3. Initiate Group Transfer with the following steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Group Transfer"
    • 3. Select the group from the list
    • 4. Choose "Transfer Details" (same amount or different amount)
    • 5. If you select "Same Amount", enter the transaction amount in OMR & click "Next"
    • 6. If you select "Different Amount", please continue to the next page & enter the transaction amount
    • 7. Select "Debit Account"
    • 8. Review the details, click "Submit" and enter the one-time password (OTP)
    • 9. A success message of your group transfer will be displayed
  • 4. Modify or Delete Groups steps:
    • 1. Go to "Transfers"
    • 2. Select "Group Transfers" from the above tabs
    • 3. A list of groups will be displayed
    • 4. Select "Modify" or "Delete Group" from actions
    • 5. Continue & Confirm
    • 6. A success message of your update or deleted group will be displayed
  • 5. What are the daily transaction limits?

    • The transaction limit allowed per day is OMR 15,000.
  • 6. What are the number of transactions allowed per day?

    • The number of transactions allowed per day is 50.

Stop Cheque

  • • How do I stop cheque?

    Yes, you can only stop unused cheques by simply following the below steps;

    Customer Service> Service Request> Accounts> Stop cheque request

    • - Select your account
    • - Enter Cheque Number
    • - Select the reason for stopping the cheque
    • - Read and Accept the Terms & Conditions
    • - Read the disclaimer
    • - Verify the Stop cheque request summary
    • - Enter OTP
    • - Cheque will be stopped successfully and successful confirmation will be displayed.

    For Multiple Cheques;

    • - Select your account
    • - Enter “From” Cheque Number
    • - Enter “To” Cheque Number
    • - Select the reason for stopping the cheque
    • - Read and Accept the Terms & Conditions
    • - Read the disclaimer
    • - Verify the Stop cheque request summary
    • - Enter OTP
    • - Cheques will be stopped successfully and successful confirmation will be displayed.
  • • Can a stopped or cleared or presented cheques be revoked?

    No, any cheque number(s) entered that are stopped or cleared or presented cheques cannot be revoked.

  • • What are the charges applicable for a stop payment of a cheque?

    A charge of OMR 5.250 (inclusive of 5% VAT) will be automatically deducted from your account for the first stop cheque request (single or multiple) made per day.

Browser specification

  • What should my Browser specification be?

    Older versions of the below mentioned browsers may experience problems in rendering the new Online banking and this may affect usability and certain functions.

    • The following specifications are the minimum essential requirements for getting started with Internet Banking:

    Browser

    Version

    Internet Explorer

    11.0 and above

    Firefox

    27.0 and above

    Google Chrome

    30.0 and above

E-Mandate

  • What is an Auto Release E-Mandate
    • Auto Release “Yes”: Your payments will be automatically debited from the payer’s account without any payment initiation required from Payee.
    • Auto Release “No”: Your payments need to be initiated manually from the payee. Accordingly, the amount will be debited from the payer’s account on the specified date.
  • Who can submit an E-Mandate?
    • E-Mandates can be submitted by the payee (maker) who are Bank Muscat Najahi Business Banking Customers or Corporate Customers.
  • How can a payee submit an E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?

    The Maker (Payee) has to login to Bank Muscat's Corporate Internet Banking & follow the below steps:

    • a. Select "E-Mandate" from the Homepage.
    • b. Select "Create Mandate".
    • c. Select the crediting Account Number in the Beneficiary's (Creditor's) information page.
    • d. Enter all the correct Payer information including the ID Type, ID Number, Bank Name, Bank Account Number.
    • e. Select the Mandate information such as Mandate Purpose, Amount Type, Auto Release, Frequency, Start & End Date of the Mandate and the Amount.
    • f. Select "Continue".
    • g. Review all the details.
    • h. Authenticate with the Secure Token one-time password (OTP).
    • i. The Mandate will be submitted successfully to the Checker for approval.
  • Can a Payee submit an E-Mandate to a Payer of other banks within Oman?
    • Yes, the "Payee" can submit an E-Mandate to the "Payer" of any other bank within Oman by selecting the correct payer information including the Bank Name & Bank Account Number.
  • Can a Payee submit an E-Mandate to a Payer within Bank Muscat or any other bank within Oman?
    • Yes, the "Payee" can submit an E-Mandate to the "Payer" within any bank in Oman by selecting the correct payer information including the Bank Name & Bank Account Number.
  • What happens if the Payee enters incorrect details in the Payer's information field when submitting an E-Mandate?
    • If incorrect details are entered, the E-Mandate will be rejected. The status and reason can be viewed on the E-Mandate page by selecting: E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
  • How does the checker approve an E-Mandate?
    • Depending on the workflow, one or more checkers can approve the submitted E-Mandate by selecting View Approval Queue -> E-Mandate.
  • When will an E-Mandate successfully be submitted?
    • Depending on the workflow, the E-Mandate will be successfully created after successful approval from the final checker.
  • How long does it take to process an E-Mandate from the time that the final Checker approval appears on the Payer’s approval on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • It will take up to 5 minutes for the mandate to appear in the payer’s approval queue.
  • I have submitted an E-Mandate as a "Payee", where can I view the Mandate approval status on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the status with the remarks of your submitted E-Mandate by selecting: E-Mandate -> Mandate List.
  • Can I re-initiate a rejected E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • No, you cannot initiate a rejected E-Mandate. You must resubmit another request.
  • Where can I view the payment details for an accepted E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the payment details under Collections -> Mandate List -> Select your E-Mandate -> select the Payment Details.
  • Can I initiate the payments for a Fixed E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee should initiate the payment for a Fixed E-Mandate where the Auto Release is ‘No’. In case the Auto Release is ‘Yes’, then there is no need to initiate the payments as it will be auto debited on the set date as per the frequency.
  • Who should initiate the payments for a Variable E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee should initiate the payment for a Variable E-Mandate where Auto Release is ‘No’.
  • How can I initiate the payment for an E-Mandate where Auto Release is ‘No’ on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • Fixed E-Mandate: The Payee should initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Initiate Payment.
    • Variable E-Mandate: The Payee should initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Initiate Payment -> Enter the amount (less than the variable amount inputted).
  • How can I initiate a payment for an E-Mandate though the "File Upload" option on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • The Payee can initiate the payment for an E-Mandate by selecting File Upload -> Upload a file menu with the prepared file containing the correct details of the Variable E-Mandate/Fixed E-Mandate where Auto Release is marked as ‘No’.
  • Where can I find the sample file for an E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can find the sample payment processing files for an E-Mandate in the sample file section by navigating to File Upload.
  • How much time does it take for the payment to get processed on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • Initiated payments will take up to 5 minutes for processing from the time of initiation. The status will be visible in the payment details screen.
  • Where can I view the payment status of an accepted E-Mandate on Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can view the payment status of an accepted E-Mandate via Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details.
  • What happens if the payer does not have sufficient funds while the payment is getting processed?
    • The payment will get rejected & the status will be updated. An ROP Memo can be downloaded for the failed payment(s) from Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details -> Select the Payment Sequence -> Download the ROP Memo.
  • What's the purpose of an ROP Memo for a payee?
    • An E-Mandate is an agreement between the payee & the payer to pay the amount on an agreed frequency. If the payer fails make the payment, the payee has the option to download the ROP Memo to lodge an official complaint against the payer.
  • Can I view the details of an E-Mandate that has expired?
    • Yes, you can view the details of an E-Mandate that has expired via E-Mandate -> Mandate List & payment details under Collections -> Mandate List -> Select the E-Mandate -> Payment Details.
  • Who do I contact in case of any issues related to E-Mandate for Corporate Internet Banking?
    • You can contact our Customer Care hotline on 2479 0000 or email najahi@bankmuscat.com for further assistance.