Oman Launches Golden Visa: Full Ownership and Investment Opportunities from August 31
Oman is set to introduce its golden visa program on August 31, 2025, offering long-term residency to global investors. Visa holders will enjoy full business ownership, tax exemptions, and property rights in key sectors like real estate, IT, renewable energy, and tourism.
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The golden visa grants 5- or 10-year renewable residency permits to investors, along with their spouses, children under 25, and dependent parents — without the need for local sponsorship. Eligibility spans across real estate purchases, business ownership, or capital investment in key sectors such as real estate, IT, renewable energy, and tourism. Visa holders are entitled to full business ownership, tax exemptions, and property rights in freehold zones, alongside access to top-tier healthcare and education.
“This initiative reflects Oman’s strategy to create a stable, investor-friendly ecosystem,” said Mubarak bin Mohammed Al Douhani, Director-General of Planning at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion. He emphasized the programme’s role in merging regulatory reforms with sustained support for local enterprises.
The visa launch coincides with the rollout of the “Al Majida Companies” initiative to support high-performing Omani firms, and the debut of a new digital service enabling electronic transfer of commercial registrations via the “Oman Business” platform. The streamlined digital system is expected to cut operational costs, enhance transparency, and speed up business processes — paving the way for a fully digital trade environment.
The Salalah launch event will feature partnership agreements with Sultan Qaboos University, the German University of Technology, the Oman Energy Association, and Ebinaa. These collaborations aim to leverage academic and private sector strengths to fuel innovation, particularly in construction.
Together, Oman’s golden visa and digital business reforms mark a significant step in delivering Vision 2040’s goals — opening the door to international investment while building a modern, efficient regulatory framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the golden visa in Oman?
The golden visa in Oman is a long-term residency permit offered to global investors. It grants 5- or 10-year renewable residency to investors and their families without the need for local sponsorship.
Who is eligible for the golden visa?
Eligibility spans across real estate purchases, business ownership, or capital investment in key sectors such as real estate, IT, renewable energy, and tourism.
What benefits do golden visa holders receive?
Golden visa holders enjoy full business ownership, tax exemptions, property rights in freehold zones, and access to top-tier healthcare and education.
What is the ‘Al Majida Companies’ initiative?
The ‘Al Majida Companies’ initiative supports high-performing Omani firms and is part of the broader strategy to boost investment and innovation in the country.
How does the digital transformation in Oman support businesses?
The new digital service, ‘Oman Business’ platform, enables electronic transfer of commercial registrations, cutting operational costs, enhancing transparency, and speeding up business processes.
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