Introduction of a Golden Visa Program for Investors

Oman has relaunched its Golden Visa program, effective from 31 August 2025, offering long-term residency to investors, entrepreneurs, retirees, and highly skilled professionals through a two-tier framework administered via Invest Oman (the official investment promotion arm of the Sultanate of Oman). The program is part of Oman’s Vision 2040 strategy, which aims to diversify the economy and attract international investment. 

Eligibility at a glance:

• Tier One – 10-year residency 
  • Invest OMR 500,000 or more in a limited liability company, a public joint-stock company, or government bonds; or 
  • Purchase property in Oman valued at OMR 500,000 or more; or 
  • Establish a company employing at least 50 Omani nationals 
    
    
• Tier Two – 5-year residency 
  • Invest OMR 250,000 or more in a limited liability company or public joint-stock company; or
  • Purchase property in Oman valued at OMR 250,000 or more; or 
  • For retirees: demonstrate a fixed monthly income from OMR 4000 or more. 

Residency under both tiers extend to spouses, children, and dependent parents. Golden visa holders may own businesses and property in Oman, sponsor domestic staff, and benefit from streamlined immigration procedures. Applications will be processed through the Invest Oman digital platform, which centralizes the application process. 

The Golden Visa forms part of a broader set of reforms announced by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, including the Al Majida Companies initiative to promote high-potential Omani enterprises and the digitization of commercial registry services. These measures are intended to make Oman’s business environment more accessible and transparent for both foreign and domestic stakeholders. 

Deloitte’s view

The relaunch of the Golden Visa provides Oman with a structured and transparent residency framework that enhances its attractiveness as an investment destination. By introducing a clear financial threshold and an employment-based pathway, the government has established straightforward criteria that investors and professionals can plan against with confidence. 

The inclusion of family members under both tiers significantly broadens that appeal of the program, making Oman a viable long-term option for individuals seeking stability and continuity. The retirements route under Tier Two further expands eligibility, acknowledging the contribution of expatriates who wish to maintain their ties with the Sultanate beyond their working years. 

Placed within the context of Vision 2040, the Golden Visa is more than a residency mechanism. It is part of a coordinated policy framework designated to attract foreign capital, encourage job creation, and support the growth of domestic enterprises. Alongside the recently announced plans to introduce personal income tax in Oman from January 2028 onwards, the Golden Visa initiative demonstrates Oman’s determination to strengthen its position as a competitive, investor-friendly economy in the region. 

Deloitte is monitoring closely for additional information and will provide you with further details once they become available.