The application sequence
Preparation and authority decisions are separate stages. Processing depends on the route, document checks and the individual case.
01Select and pre-check the trackBefore an irrevocable investment
02Complete investment and evidenceAs required by the approved track
03Submit and respond to reviewAuthority-dependent
File the application and provide any requested clarifications or updated documents.
Documents & evidence
- Application file
- Requested supplementary evidence
- Digital filing is not a promise of immediate approval.
04Issue and maintain residenceAfter approval; review again before renewal
What the programme provides
Oman’s 2025 Golden Residency programme provides renewable ten-year residence through approved investment and related tracks. The ministry’s published minimum is OMR 200,000. That figure is not a universal all-in price, government donation or promise of investment performance.
The programme should be distinguished from the older five- and ten-year investor tiers. Use the current platform’s specific track and checklist rather than combining old thresholds with the new benefits.
Compare the investment tracks
| Issue | Practical meaning |
|---|---|
| Business investment | Qualifying establishment or investment in a business; confirm the actual licensed activity and evidence. |
| Real estate | Ready property in the approved tourism-complex route; verify title, qualifying category and value. |
| Financial investment | Approved stocks, government development bonds or bank deposits, according to the chosen track. |
| Job creation | A qualifying enterprise employing at least 50 Omanis under the published track. |
| Other approved nomination track | Use only the specific platform approval and evidence; do not infer eligibility from a company relationship alone. |
Family inclusion
The ministry describes family inclusion without restrictions on age or number. This is a Golden Residency feature, not the ordinary family-joining rule, which uses children under 21. Each family member still needs the relevant identity, relationship and application evidence; the programme does not remove security or admissibility checks.
Property and commercial due diligence
Before committing capital, verify the selected investment’s eligibility, ownership rights, valuation, title or issuer documents, maintenance conditions and consequences of disposal. For a company, review licensing, Omanisation, payroll, accounts and tax rather than assuming residence is the only regulatory obligation.
The evidence file
- Passport and personal identity records for the principal and included family.
- Civil relationship documents and required authentication.
- Track-specific title, investment, deposit, company or employment evidence.
- Source of funds and banking documents consistent with the investment.
- Any medical, conduct or additional authority evidence required for the case.
Application and continuing conditions
Use the official residence platform to select the track, submit the supporting file and respond to the authority’s requests. The published programme describes a streamlined digital service, but that is not a guaranteed decision deadline for every applicant. Confirm the permission issued, continuing investment obligations and renewal conditions in writing.
Residence, tax and nationality
Golden Residency is not citizenship by investment. It also does not by itself establish treaty residence, end a previous country’s tax residence or exempt the holder from the enacted 2028 PIT. A long-term investment decision should incorporate those separate questions.
Sources & research notes7 references
Sources supporting this guide. Research draft awaiting editorial review.
- Oman Tax Authority submission to OECD — tax residence
- Royal Decree 56/2025 — Personal Income Tax Law
- Oman Ministry of Commerce — Golden Residency programme
- Oman Residence — official Golden Residency platform
- Gov.om / Royal Oman Police — joining relatives visa
- Official Gazette 1583 — Royal Decree 17/2025, Nationality Law
- Bank Muscat — know-your-customer requirements