Oman Residency by Investment — Your Gateway to the Gulf

Oman is one of the Gulf’s most stable and rewarding places to invest, and one of the most straightforward for gaining long-term residency. While Oman does not offer citizenship by investment, it provides two clear, property-linked routes to residency for you and your family. As an Istanbul-based brokerage active on the ground in Muscat and Salalah, UInvest Group guides international investors through every step — from choosing the right freehold property to filing your residency application.

Two Routes to Oman Residency in 2026

1. Golden Residency — 10-year, renewable

Relaunched in 2025 via the official Invest Oman platform, the Golden Residency grants a renewable 10-year residency for a qualifying investment of OMR 200,000 (about USD 520,000). Buying eligible freehold real estate in an Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC) is one of seven approved routes, and the residency extends to your spouse and first-degree relatives, with benefits like fast-track airport access.

2. Owner Visa — new, sponsor-free

Introduced under Royal Oman Police Decision 87/2026, any foreigner who owns property in Oman can now obtain residency without a local sponsor, based on a certificate from the competent authority. It is valid 6 months to 1 year, renewable, extends to spouse and first-degree relatives, and has no minimum property value — the simplest path for a family that buys a home in Oman.

Why Invest in Oman

• No personal income tax and no annual property tax
• No capital gains tax on personal property
• 100% freehold ownership for foreigners in ITC zones
• The Omani Rial is one of the world’s strongest currencies (OMR 1 ≈ USD 2.6)
• Political stability, safety, and a high quality of life
• Strong rental demand in tourism hubs like Jebel Sifah and Salalah

Qualifying Investment Routes (Golden Residency)

Each route requires the OMR 200,000 minimum:

• Real estate in an Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC)
• Establishing a company operating for at least one year
• Government development bonds (2-year+ maturity)
• Listed equities on the Muscat Stock Exchange
• Fixed bank deposits (5-year+ term)
• A company employing 50+ Omani nationals
• FCIL foreign-investment-law company registration

How It Works — 4 Simple Steps

1. Free consultation — share your goals (residency, rental income, or relocation)
2. Choose your property — a curated shortlist from our Muscat and Salalah developer partners
3. Purchase & register — contracts and the one-time ~3% transfer fee handled by our team
4. File your residency — your application submitted through Oman’s official Invest Oman platform

Best Oman Properties for Residency

Explore freehold homes that qualify you for Oman residency: Amazi, Hawana Salalah, Wadi Zaha, Sultan Haitham City, Raya, Jebel Sifah, The Beachfront, and AIDA. Browse everything on our Oman property hub.

Learn more in our guides: Oman Golden Visa 2026, Buying Property in Oman as a Foreigner, and Property Tax in Oman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oman offer citizenship by investment?
No. Oman offers long-term residency by investment (a renewable 10-year Golden Residency) and a sponsor-free Owner Visa for property owners — not citizenship.

How much do I need to invest for Oman residency?
OMR 200,000 (~USD 520,000) for the 10-year Golden Residency. The Owner Visa has no minimum property value.

Can my family be included?
Yes — your spouse and first-degree relatives are included, one of the most generous family policies in the region.

Can foreigners own property outright in Oman?
Yes, 100% freehold within designated Integrated Tourism Complexes.

Get Your Free Oman Residency Consultation

Ready to invest in Oman and secure residency for your family? Contact UInvest Group for a free consultation and a personalised property shortlist.