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Practical, source-checked guides on registering a company, free zones, visas and living in Oman.
Oman Visa Requirements by Trip Type and Nationality
Citizens of more than 100 countries can enter Oman visa-free for up to 14 days if they meet entry conditions; others, and anyone staying longer, apply for an eVisa through the Royal Oman Police. Working or running a company requires a sponsored work or investor visa.
How to Register a Company in Oman and Get Residency
Foreigners can own 100% of an Omani company in most activities, register it on the Oman Business Platform, and then have that company sponsor their investor residence visa. This guide covers structures, steps, documents, cost components, the 2025–2026 rule changes and the residency sequence.
Khazaen Economic City Factory Setup: Steps & Mistakes to Avoid
How to set up a factory in Khazaen Economic City, Barka: when the location fits, the correct order of company, plot, licence and permits, current incentives, staffing rules and the mistakes that cause delays and overruns.
Where Is Oman Located? Map, Neighbours and Middle East Position
Oman sits on the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East (Asia), with land borders with the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Yemen and coasts on the Sea of Oman and Arabian Sea. This guide explains the map, neighbours, regions and what the location means for choosing a business base.
Cost of Living in Muscat for a Family of 4 (Budget Guide)
A family of four in Muscat typically needs about OMR 1,100–1,500 a month with a flat and a community school, and OMR 2,200–3,500 with a villa and international schooling. Rent and school fees decide most of the difference.
How to Get a Work Permit in Oman (Visa Steps & Fees)
An Oman work permit is requested by the employer from the Ministry of Labour, followed by an OMR 20 Royal Oman Police work visa, a medical test and a resident card. This guide covers steps, documents, current fees and typical delays.
Cost of Company Registration in Sohar Freezone (Financial Guide)
A financial guide to setting up in Sohar Freezone: the one-time and annual cost components, what drives them, how capital works, and how to build and check a realistic budget.
Regulations and Legal Framework for Operating in Sohar Freezone
A guide to the rules for operating in Sohar Freezone: the legal framework, ownership, licensing, tax and Omanisation schedule, customs, leases, penalties and ongoing compliance.
Steps and Documents for Company Registration in Sohar Freezone
The Sohar Freezone setup procedure in order — licence choice, application, lease, registration, permits, bank account and visas — with a document checklist for individuals and corporate shareholders.
Company Registration and Activity Laws in Duqm (SEZAD)
A plain-English guide to the legal framework for companies in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm: which laws apply, incentives and their limits, land rights, labour rules and investor protections.
Procedures and Documents for Company Registration in Duqm (SEZAD)
The SEZAD registration procedure in order — from company establishment and land usufruct to licences, bank account and visas — with the documents needed at each step.
Company Registration Costs in Duqm Free Zone (SEZAD)
A cost breakdown for setting up a company in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm: published SEZAD fees, land and premises costs, licences, residency and recurring costs.
Why Sohar Free Zone Is a Top Investment Destination in Oman
An investor's look at why Sohar Freezone is one of Oman's leading investment locations: port connectivity, incentives, sectors, realistic limitations and who it suits best.
Duqm vs Sohar vs Salalah Free Zone: Comparison Guide
A side-by-side comparison of Oman's three largest economic zones — Duqm SEZ, Sohar Freezone and Salalah Free Zone — covering location, incentives, Omanisation, land and best-fit business types.
From Muscat to Duqm: The 5 Best Cities to Invest in Oman
A practical comparison of Muscat, Sohar, Salalah, Duqm and the Khazaen/Barka corridor as investment locations in Oman, with the zones, sectors and incentives each offers.
Investment Opportunities in Oman Free Zones: Strategic Roadmap
A roadmap to investment opportunities in Oman's free zones and special economic zones: which sectors each zone targets, the incentives under the new zones law, and how to choose and enter.
Khazaen Free Zone: A Strategic Investment Hub in Oman
What investors need to know about Khazaen Free Zone inside Khazaen Economic City in Barka: location and logistics links, incentives under Royal Decree 38/2025, suitable activities, the setup process and cost components.
How to Register a Company Online in Oman via Invest Easy
A step-by-step guide to registering a mainland company in Oman online through Invest Easy on the Oman Business Platform, including remote KYC for foreign investors, documents, cost components and timelines.
Oman Free Zone Company Registration: The Complete Guide
How to register a company in an Omani free zone or special economic zone: choosing a zone, the application steps, documents, cost components and the incentives under the new 2025 zones law.
Comprehensive Guide to Immigration and Residency in Oman
An overview of the main ways foreigners can live in Oman: employment visas, investor and golden residency, family joining, retirement permits and the long road to citizenship.
Navigating Oman's Tax Landscape: The Ultimate Guide for Investors
A practical overview of the taxes a foreign investor meets in Oman: corporate income tax, SME and free zone relief, VAT, withholding tax, social contributions and the personal income tax due from 2028.
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