Salalah is a city in southern Oman that has become increasingly popular as both a tourist destination and a freehold property market for foreign investors. Set apart from the rest of Oman by its unique subtropical climate — average temperatures of 25 to 30°C year-round, and a genuinely lush, green landscape during the annual Khareef monsoon season from June to September — Salalah offers a...
Muscat is widely regarded as a promising investment destination in the Gulf — the capital and largest city of Oman, and the country’s undisputed commercial, financial and administrative centre. With a well-developed infrastructure, a genuinely diverse resident population spanning Omani nationals and a substantial expatriate community, and a growing roster of historical and cultural attractions (see...
Omans path towards change and openness has spent the past decade quietly executing one of the Gulfs most consequential economic transformations, moving from a relatively closed, oil-dependent economy toward a deliberately diversified model built around tourism, logistics, green energy, and — increasingly relevant for international investors — a genuinely open freehold real estate market. For anyone...
RICS Cyprus, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, and audit firm KPMG have published the Cyprus Property Price Index for Q4 2023. The index shows that apartment prices in Cyprus are rising faster than any other type of property, while their rental yields are comparable to those of commercial properties. Key findings of the report: Apartments prices increased by 9.53% over the year, the...
On February 29, the Parliament of the Republic of Cyprus approved a bill to create a Ministry of Migration. This decision was called "historical for the country" by the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Konstantinos Ioannou, who is currently in charge of the Migration Department and the Refugee Service. Currently, a significant part of the issues that will be transferred to the jurisdiction of...
The TRNC Post Office has released an updated list of items and products that are prohibited from being sent in parcels arriving in Northern Cyprus. The list includes medications, precious metals, and certain financial documents. "Based on our previous experience, it is very important that our citizens are aware of the list of items that cannot be transported. This is important for both the health of the...
Jebel Akhdar — the “Green Mountain” — rises to roughly 2,000 meters above sea level in Oman’s Al Hajar range, and it has quietly become one of the most distinctive property and tourism stories in the Sultanate. Where most of Oman’s investment narrative centers on coastal Muscat and the beaches of Salalah, Jebel Akhdar offers something genuinely different: a high-altitude...
Important updates have been made to the Dubai Golden Visa program for investors, making it even more attractive to investors from around the world. Key updates include: Removal of minimum investment threshold: There is now no minimum investment amount required to obtain a Dubai Golden Visa for investors. This provides greater flexibility and accessibility for investors. Family inclusion: The...
Oman has become one of the more compelling residency-by-investment destinations in the Gulf, offering foreign nationals several distinct legal pathways to long-term residence tied to property purchase or capital investment. For investors comparing options across the region, understanding how Oman’s various residency routes differ — in cost, duration, and requirements — is the first step before...
Cyprus is a beautiful island nation located in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rich history, Cyprus is a popular destination for tourists and investors alike. The Cyprus Residency by Investment Program offers a straightforward path to permanent residency for individuals and families who invest in real estate on the island. The program is...
