How To Get Oman’s 10-Year Golden Visa? Eligibility, Cost & More About It

Oman isn’t as glamorous as its Gulf neighbours, but when it comes to the Golden visa and tourism, it makes no mistakes. It’s quietly becoming a magnet for global investors seeking long-term residency. With ambitious new plans to redevelop Salalah and attract affluent expats, the Sultanate is making a strong pitch, especially for those chasing a calmer, culture-rich lifestyle without compromising on opportunity.

Oman’s Golden Visa For Investors With High-Value Perks

Salalah, Oman’s lush southern gem, already boasts popularity among tourists. But now, it’s being reimagined. The government’s redevelopment push in the region it’s about building an ecosystem that supports luxury living, business, and residency. And the centrepiece of this strategy? Oman’s long-term investor visas.

Here’s why it’s worth your attention.

Types Of  Long-Term Residency Visa

The Gulf state now offers two clear pathways for residency, both designed to attract serious investors while maintaining Oman’s high living standards and cultural integrity.

• 5-Year Investor Residency (Renewable)
  
• 10-Year Investor Residency
  

Both options fall under the Golden Visa programme, designed to:

• Bring in foreign capital
• Encourage business formation
• Offer residents long-term security
  

Eligibility & Cost Breakdown

The price of living long-term in Oman depends on your appetite for investment and how long you want to stay:

1. 5-Year Visa
   Minimum investment: OMR 250,000
   
   Investment options:

• Real estate
• Limited liability company (LLC)
• Public joint stock company
• Alternative eligibility: Retired expats with a fixed monthly income of OMR 4,000+2. 10-Year Visa

  Minimum investment: OMR 500,000

• Same investment channels as the 5-year visa
• Alternative route: Start a company that hires 50+ Omani nationals – no minimum capital needed

• Other Acceptable Options:
  Long-term deposits in government bonds

Also Read: From Oman To Kuwait: Here’s The Visa Process For Every GCC Nation For UAE Residents

Conditions You Shouldn’t Miss

Before packing your bags and wiring your money, take note:

• Applicants must be 21+ years old
• Must have a clean slate – no prior deportation from Oman
• Applications must go through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion

This programme isn’t a “pay-to-play” free-for-all. Oman wants committed, value-driven investors, and it’s offering a safe, scenic, and steadily developing country in return.

If you’ve got the funds, the vision, and a love for slow-paced luxury living, Oman’s golden visa may just be the Gulf’s best-kept secret. 

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