Abstract: This is an oil mist remover used in purifying polluted air containing oil mist generated in a factory or the like, which is capable of lessening the load of the filter, preventing deterioration of the filter, and maintaining a high efficiency if used for a long period, by removing large particles of oil mist and dust contained in the air inhaled from the suction hole before adsorption on the filter. It is composed of main body case, straightening box having a suction hole provided before the main body case, ventilation chamber having exhaust means behind the main body case, and drain chamber having liquid discharge means provided beneath the main body case, in which means for interrupting the straightforward move of the inhaled air is provided inside the suction hole, and the oil mist depositing on this means is dropped, and is collected in the drain chamber to be discharged.