Oman to Launch Golden Visa for Investors on August 31: Long-Term Residency and Full Business Ownership

Salalah, August 24, 2025 — Oman is preparing to roll out its new Golden Visa programme on August 31, 2025, offering long-term residency and business ownership opportunities to foreign investors. The initiative is a key step in attracting global capital, modernizing trade systems, and advancing Oman’s Vision 2040 economic diversification plan.

What the Golden Visa Offers

Under the scheme, investors can secure renewable 5-year or 10-year residency permits. These permits extend to spouses, children under 25, and dependent parents, eliminating the need for local sponsorship.

Key features include:

• Full ownership rights for businesses in Oman.

• Eligibility through real estate purchases, company formation, or capital investment in sectors like renewable energy, IT, tourism, and property.

• Tax exemptions and property rights in freehold zones.

• Access to healthcare, education, and long-term stability for families.

Driving Investor Confidence

According to Mubarak bin Mohammed Al Douhani, Director-General of Planning at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, the Golden Visa is designed to create a sustainable investment climate by merging regulatory reforms with ongoing support for local companies.

The programme will be launched alongside the “Al Majida Companies” initiative, aimed at strengthening high-performing Omani firms, and a new Oman Business digital platform that enables electronic transfer of commercial registrations.

Digital Transformation in Trade

As part of the broader reforms, Oman will also introduce a streamlined digital trade system. This platform will cut operational costs, reduce paperwork, and speed up company registration processes — all while promoting transparency in business operations.

The launch event in Salalah will also see partnership agreements signed with leading institutions including Sultan Qaboos University, the German University of Technology, the Oman Energy Association, and Ebinaa. These collaborations aim to connect academia and private sector expertise to fuel innovation, particularly in the construction and infrastructure industries.

Why It Matters

With the Golden Visa and digital reforms, Oman positions itself as a stable, business-friendly hub in the Gulf. The initiatives are expected to attract investors looking for both security and growth opportunities while boosting Oman’s competitiveness on the regional and global stage.

FAQs

Q. When will Oman’s Golden Visa launch?
The programme will officially launch on August 31, 2025, in Salalah.

Q. Who can apply for the Golden Visa?
Investors who purchase property, establish companies, or invest in key sectors such as energy, IT, and tourism.

Q. What benefits does the Golden Visa provide?
Residency for up to 10 years, full business ownership rights, tax incentives, property ownership in freehold zones, and family benefits including healthcare and education.

Q. What other reforms are launching with the Golden Visa?
The “Al Majida Companies” initiative for supporting top-performing Omani firms and a digital business registration system under the “Oman Business” platform.