Oman Golden Visa · ITC Freehold
Buy property.
Become a
resident.
A full guide to Oman's ITC residency permit: who qualifies, what you receive, how long it takes, and what it costs. No legal jargon.
0%
Income tax on property income
Family incl.
Spouse + all children
Any
Nationality, no restrictions
25yr
Corporate tax exemption
What it is
Property ownership
that comes with residency.
When you purchase freehold property in an Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC) in Oman above OMR 200,000, you automatically become eligible to apply for an Omani residency permit for yourself, your spouse, and your dependent children. This is not a tourist visa. It is a full residency permit with the same rights as any other legal resident of the Sultanate.
The permit is renewable indefinitely for as long as you hold the property. There is no minimum stay requirement. You do not need to live in Oman to keep your residency status. No employer is required. No local sponsor. The property itself is the only prerequisite.
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.
OMR 200K
Minimum purchase
The property must be in an ITC-designated zone and purchased at or above OMR 200,000. Units below this threshold still get freehold title but do not qualify for the residency permit.
ITC
Designated zone
The property must be in an officially designated ITC. Not all freehold zones qualify. All five Tamlik-listed ITC developments are fully eligible.
What you receive
Not just a permit.
A package.
Your residency permit
A full Omani residency permit in your name. Valid for the duration you hold the property. Renewable indefinitely. No minimum stay, no employer, no sponsor required. Treated as a standard resident in all government services.
Buyer
Family coverage, included
Your spouse and all dependent children are covered under the same permit. One purchase, one application, one permit for the whole family. Children up to age 18 (or enrolled students up to 23) are included automatically.
Spouse + children
Tax benefits
0% income tax on rental yields or capital gains from ITC property. 0% corporate income tax for up to 25 years for qualifying investors. OMR is pegged to the USD, no currency risk on your investment return.
0% income tax
The process
From decision to permit.
Scroll to walk through each step
01
Choose your property
ITC unit above OMR 200K. Tamlik shortlists based on budget and intent. No commitment.
1–7 days
02
Sign the SPA
Sale & Purchase Agreement signed. Booking deposit paid. Fully remote via e-sign or POA.
3–10 days
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
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
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
06
Receive your permit
ROP issues residency cards for you and all approved family members.
8–14 wks total
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Sultanate of Oman
Residency Permit
ITC Property
Owner
Owner
CoverageBuyer · Spouse · Children
Stay requiredNone
Income tax0%
DurationIndefinite
TAMLIK ITC
VALID · OMAN
Total: 8-14 weeks from SPA signing to permit in hand
What you'll need
Documents
checklist.
For the purchase
For the residency application
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
All five Tamlik ITC
projects qualify.
Common questions
Things people
always ask.
No. There is no minimum stay requirement to maintain Omani ITC residency. You can hold the property and permit without ever spending extended time in Oman. You simply need to renew the permit at the standard intervals and continue to hold the property.
The residency permit is linked to your property ownership. If you sell the property, the basis for your residency ceases and the permit would not be renewable. However, if you sell and simultaneously purchase another qualifying ITC property, you can maintain continuity of residency. Speak to us about this scenario.
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.
No. The family coverage under the ITC residency scheme is limited to the buyer’s spouse and dependent children. Parents and siblings are not covered under the same permit. They would need to obtain their own entry or residency visas through standard Omani immigration channels.
The ITC residency permit is a property investor’s permit. It does not automatically grant the right to work in Oman for a local employer. If you wish to work for an Omani company, a separate work visa is required. You can, however, operate your own business and manage your investment property freely under this permit.
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.
The initial residency permit is typically issued for two years. Renewals are processed at the Royal Oman Police and are straightforward. You present proof of continued ownership and pay the renewal fee. There is no limit to the number of times it can be renewed.
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.
Quick reference
Minimum property value
OMR 200,000
Eligible zones
ITC-designated only
Who’s covered
Buyer + spouse + children
Minimum stay required
None
Income tax on yield
0%
Security clearance
1–3 weeks (ROP)
Total timeline
8–14 weeks from SPA
Tamlik fee for residency
Included in agency agreement