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Oman Property Investment Guide

Oman's appeal to international property investors rests on a specific combination: no personal income tax, a straightforward freehold framework within designated ITCs under Royal Decree 12/2006, and a residency-by-investment programme tied directly to property value. Investment activity spans the well-established waterfront communities of Al Mouj Muscat and Muscat Bay through to longer-horizon plays in Duqm's Special Economic Zone and Sohar's industrial corridor — each with a genuinely different risk and return profile. This page pulls together our featured and freehold listings alongside the resources investors ask for most.

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OMR 36,000Average Price

No personal income tax and no annual property tax on individual ownership.

Property worth OMR 250,000+ can qualify for long-term residency; OMR 500,000+ for the 10-year Golden Visa.

A one-time transfer fee of around 3% applies to foreign buyers, payable to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of rental yields can investors expect in Oman?

It varies by area and property type — apartments in well-connected areas generally offer steadier yields than villas. See our guide on calculating rental yield for how to work out a realistic net figure on a specific listing.

How does the Golden Visa work for property investors?

A qualifying property purchase within an ITC worth OMR 250,000 or more can support a five-year renewable residency permit, while OMR 500,000 or more can qualify for the ten-year Golden Visa, extending to immediate family. See our full Golden Visa guide for current detail.

Which areas are attracting the most investment interest right now?

Established ITCs like Al Mouj Muscat and Muscat Hills continue to see the most liquid resale and rental activity, while Duqm and Sohar attract more patient, infrastructure-led investment theses. See our regional deep-dive guides for each.

Oman Property Investment Guide

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