No tolls can be imposed for crossing Hormuz: Oman contradicts Iran's 'transit fees' condition in truce agreement
PTC News Desk: Hours after a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran was materialised and one of Tehran's 10-point demands which makes the ground fro the truce, Oman said there were no plans to charge transit fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran, in its proposed 10-point ceasefire plan, included a provision allowing both Tehran and Muscat to charge transit fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. However, Oman rejected the idea, stating that “no tolls can be imposed for crossing Hormuz.”
Oman’s Transport Minister said the country has agreements in place that guarantee ships can pass through the strait without any charges. He stressed Oman’s commitment to maintaining free and secure navigation through this key maritime route.
The 34-kilometre-wide stretch of water between Iran and Oman is considered an international waterway, and neither country has historically imposed tolls. The strait is a vital chokepoint, handling about one-fifth of the world’s oil trade.
Iran, however, has argued that the proposed fees would help fund post-war reconstruction, as the conflict has caused significant damage to its defence, administrative, and civilian infrastructure.
What is Iran proposing?
Iran wants any long-term peace agreement—following the war triggered by US and Israeli strikes on February 28—to allow it to charge ships passing through the strait, according to a senior Iranian official cited by Reuters.
The proposed fee would depend on factors such as the type of vessel, its cargo, and other prevailing conditions, though details remain unclear.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabdi said Tehran is working on a framework with Oman that would require ships to obtain permits or licences before transiting the strait, describing the move as a way to regulate and facilitate passage rather than restrict it.
Oman had earlier confirmed discussions with Iran on ensuring smooth transit through the strait, but had not indicated any agreement on imposing such measures.
- PTC NEWS
