Oman Golden Visa · ITC Freehold

Buy property.
Become an
Oman resident.

The owner's residence permit has no minimum purchase price. Golden Residency is a separate route: a renewable 10 year residency for investments from OMR 200,000, where property counts when it is bought in an Integrated Tourism Complex.

Where foreigners can buy freehold property in Oman

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OwnerResidence linked to qualifying property ownership
Family incl.Spouse and first-degree relatives, subject to documentation
AnyNationality, no restrictions
No min.No minimum price for the owner's residence permit

What it is

Property ownership
that comes with residency.

Muscat Bay

When you own a registered freehold home in Oman, at any price, you can apply for an owner's residence permit for yourself, your spouse and your first-degree relatives, under Royal Oman Police Decision 87/2026. It is a residence permit, not a tourist visa. Separately, from OMR 200,000, Oman's Golden Residency gives a renewable 10 year residency, and buying property in an Integrated Tourism Complex is one of the routes.

The owner's residence lasts while you own the home and ends when you sell. No employer and no local sponsor are required. The 2026 rules do not set a fixed renewal period, so Tamlik confirms the current term with the Royal Oman Police for each case.

Who qualifies

Three conditions.
That's it.

Any

Nationality

Any non-Omani national can purchase ITC freehold and apply for residency. There are no restrictions by country of origin, passport type, or prior travel history to Oman.

No min.

Minimum purchase

There is no minimum price for the owner's residence permit: the 2026 rules set none, and any registered home you own qualifies you to apply. Separately, Oman's Golden Residency gives a renewable 10 year residency to investors from OMR 200,000, and buying property in an Integrated Tourism Complex is one of the routes.

ITC

Designated zone

The property must be in an officially designated freehold zone. Every ITC qualifies, and Oman's 2026 Real Estate Registry Law is extending foreign freehold beyond ITCs as executive regulations roll out. All Tamlik-listed developments are eligible.

What you receive

Not just a permit.
A package.

Buyer

Your residency permit

An Omani residence permit in your name, granted on a certificate from the competent authority under Royal Oman Police Decision 87/2026. No sponsor and no employer needed. It lasts while you own the home and ends when you sell.

Spouse + family

Family coverage, included

The owner's residence also covers your spouse and first-degree relatives, subject to the required documents. Siblings are not covered.

0% property tax

Tax benefits

No annual property tax and no capital gains tax for individuals. Rental income is currently untaxed; from January 2028 Oman applies a limited 5% personal income tax, and only on income above OMR 42,000 a year. The rial is pegged to the USD, so there is no currency risk on your return.

The process

From decision to permit.

Total: 8-14 weeks from SPA signing to permit in hand

  1. 01

    Choose your property

    Any freehold unit qualifies, at any price. Tamlik shortlists based on budget and intent. No commitment.

    1-7 days
  2. 02

    Sign the SPA

    Sale & Purchase Agreement signed. Booking deposit paid. Fully remote via e-sign or POA.

    3-10 days
  3. 03

    NOC & title registration

    Developer issues No Objection Certificate. Ministry of Housing registers your name as freehold owner on the Omani land registry.

    2-4 weeks
  4. 04

    Security clearance

    Royal Oman Police conducts a background and security check on the foreign buyer. Standard procedure for all non-Omani property owners. No action required from you beyond submitting your documents.

    1-3 weeks
  5. 05

    Apply for residency

    Submit at Royal Oman Police with title deed, passport, photos, medical cert. Family members submitted together in one application.

    2-4 weeks
  6. 06

    Receive your permit

    ROP issues residency cards for you and all approved family members.

    8-14 wks total

What you'll need

Documents
checklist.

For the purchase

  • Valid passport (all pages)
  • Proof of funds / bank statement
  • Signed Sale & Purchase Agreement
  • Payment transfer receipts
  • NOC from developer (if required)

For the residency application

  • Registered title deed
  • Original passport + 2 copies
  • Passport-size photos (white background)
  • Medical fitness certificate
  • Security clearance approval (from ROP)
  • Marriage certificate (for spouse, notarised)
  • Birth certificates (for children, notarised)

Document requirements may change. Tamlik provides a complete checklist specific to your project and nationality when you begin the purchase process. All foreign documents typically require notarisation and apostille.

Eligible developments

Every Tamlik freehold
project qualifies.

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Common questions

Things people
always ask.

How is this different from Oman's new Golden Residency programme?

They are separate routes. Owning a registered home at any price can qualify you for the owner's residence permit described on this page, under Royal Oman Police Decision 87/2026: no sponsor, no minimum price, and it ends when you sell. Separately, Oman's Golden Residency, launched in August 2025 by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion and Invest Oman, gives a renewable 10 year residency for investments from OMR 200,000, and buying property in an Integrated Tourism Complex is one of the routes. The Ministry of Commerce lists the right to employ three domestic workers among its benefits. Tamlik advises on the best fit for your budget.

Do I need to live in Oman to keep my residency?

The owner's residence is tied to owning a registered home and ends when you sell. Rules on time spent outside Oman can apply to any residence permit, so Tamlik confirms the current position with the Royal Oman Police for your case.

What happens to my residency if I sell the property?

The owner's residence is linked to your ownership and ends when ownership transfers. If you plan to sell one home and buy another, speak to us first so the new application is ready.

What is the security clearance?

After title registration, the Royal Oman Police conducts a routine security and background check on all foreign property buyers. This is a standard procedure, not a special hurdle. It typically takes 1 to 3 weeks and requires no additional action from you beyond the documents already submitted. Tamlik handles the coordination.

Are my parents or siblings covered?

Siblings are not covered. The owner's residence under Royal Oman Police Decision 87/2026 covers your spouse and first-degree relatives. Tamlik confirms with the Royal Oman Police which relatives qualify in your case and which documents they need.

Can I work in Oman on this residency?

The owner's residence permit is a property permit. It does not grant the right to work for an Omani employer. You can hold and manage your investment property freely. If you plan to work or run a company in Oman, ask us about Golden Residency (from OMR 200,000) or a standard work visa.

What are the fees involved?

Government fees for the residency application are modest, typically OMR 20-50 per person. Title registration fees at the Ministry of Housing are approximately 3% of the property value. There are no hidden Tamlik fees for the residency process. Our service is included in our standard agency agreement.

How long does the permit last before renewal?

Owner residence lasts as long as you own the home and ends when you sell. The 2026 rules do not set a fixed renewal period. Before them, owners in tourism complexes got two-year permits. Golden Residency runs 10 years and can be renewed. Tamlik confirms the current term with the Royal Oman Police for each case.

Ready to start the process?

WhatsApp us the details of your budget and preferred location. We'll tell you exactly which projects qualify and what your residency timeline looks like.

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Quick reference

Minimum property valueNone (owner permit)
10 year Golden ResidencyFrom OMR 200K
Eligible zonesITC + designated freehold
Who’s coveredBuyer, spouse, first-degree relatives
Sponsor neededNone
Income tax on yield0%
Security clearance1-3 weeks (ROP)
Total timeline8-14 weeks from SPA
Tamlik fee for residencyIncluded in agency agreement