Oman is gearing up to welcome global investors with a brand-new Golden Visa programme, set to roll out on August 31, 2025. Announced by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MOCIIP), the scheme is part of a wider push to attract foreign capital, boost local businesses, and accelerate the country’s shift toward a digital economy.
What is Oman’s Golden Visa?
The Golden Visa grants renewable 5- or 10-year residency permits to investors and their families, including spouses, children under 25, and dependent parents — all without the need for local sponsorship. Visa holders will benefit from:
- 100% foreign business ownership
- Tax exemptions and property rights in freehold zones
- Access to world-class healthcare and education
- Opportunities to invest across real estate, IT, renewable energy, tourism, and other priority sectors
Oman’s Golden Visa offers two tracks for global investors:
10-Year Residency Visa
- Investment of 500,000 Omani rials in a limited liability company, public joint-stock company, government bonds, or property
- Or by setting up a company that employs at least 50 Omani nationals
- Application fee: OMR 551
- Minimum investment of 250,000 Omani rials in property or company stakes
- Application fee: OMR 326
There’s also a retirement option for expatriates, allowing those with a fixed monthly income of 4,000 rials or more to apply for a renewable five-year permit.
Digital Push and Local Business Support
Alongside the visa launch, Oman is rolling out digital services through the Oman Business platform, making it possible for companies to transfer commercial registrations online — a move that promises to cut costs and reduce red tape.
Another key initiative, Al Majida Companies, will support high-performing Omani businesses to expand regionally and globally.
Strategic Partnerships and Vision 2040 Goals
To strengthen the ecosystem, Oman is signing new agreements with Sultan Qaboos University, the German University of Technology, the Oman Energy Association, and Ebinaa. These partnerships aim to spur research, innovation, and growth in industries such as construction and energy.
Why It Matters
Golden visas have become common across the Gulf, and Oman’s new programme ensures it remains competitive. The International Monetary Fund expects the Sultanate’s economy to grow by 2.4% in 2025 and 3.7% in 2026, with logistics, manufacturing, and real estate leading the charge.
For investors, this visa represents more than residency — it’s a foothold in one of the Gulf’s most promising economies. For Oman, it’s a crucial step toward achieving Vision 2040 by diversifying income sources and building a business-friendly environment.
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