# Oman Opens Property Ownership to Foreign Buyers

Source: https://www.savoryandpartners.com/news/oman-opens-property-ownership-foreign-buyers · Published: 2026-06-29 · Updated: 2026-06-29

Oman has introduced a new property-linked residency route, allowing eligible foreign property owners to qualify for sponsor-free residence.

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Oman has introduced new property and residency reforms, allowing eligible foreign property owners to qualify for a sponsor-free residence permit.

The update makes property ownership more attractive for international buyers while expanding Oman’s long-term residency options.

## What Has Changed?

Oman has opened its real estate market to foreign individuals, companies, and legal entities.

Foreign property owners can now apply for an Owner Residence Permit, which is:

- Valid for 6 months to 1 year
- Renewable
- Linked to continued property ownership
- Available without a local sponsor

## Who Can Be Included?

The Owner Residence Permit may also include the property owner’s **first-degree family members**.

The permit remains valid as long as the applicant continues to own the qualifying property.

## Is There a Minimum Investment?

The new Owner permit has no minimum investment threshold specified.

This makes it separate from Oman’s existing Investor Residency program, which still offers longer-term options:

- OMR 250,000, approximately US$650,000, for 5-year residency
- OMR 500,000, approximately US$1.3 million, for 10-year residency

## Why This Matters

The reform gives foreign property buyers a more accessible route to residency in Oman.

It also positions Oman more competitively within the Gulf, where several countries are using real estate and residency reforms to attract global investors.

## What Comes Next?

Further details are expected once the executive regulations are published.

These regulations should clarify the full scope of eligible properties, application requirements, and implementation procedures.