Starting a business in Oman
100% foreign ownership, Invest Easy and free zones.
In short
Since 2020 foreigners can own 100% of most companies with no minimum capital. Registration is through Invest Easy. Free zones like Duqm, Sohar and Salalah offer tax incentives.
- Ownership
- Up to 100%
- Min capital
- None for most
- Corporate tax
- 15%
- Portal
- Invest Easy
Step by step
Tick each step as you finish it. Open a step to see what to do.
- 1–2 weeks
Documents checklist
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Meet Omanisation quotas
Don’t
- Don’t operate restricted activities
Cost estimator
Untick what doesn't apply to you. These are rough figures and fees change often, so check with the authority.
Watch out
- Some activities remain reserved for Omanis.
Common questions
Free zone benefits?
Tax holidays and customs exemptions, with conditions.
Official links
Background and more detail
Since 2020 foreigners can own 100% of most companies with no minimum capital. Registration is through Invest Easy. Free zones like Duqm, Sohar and Salalah offer tax incentives.
Key facts
- Ownership: Up to 100%
- Min capital: None for most
- Corporate tax: 15%
- Portal: Invest Easy
Steps
- Register on Invest Easy
- Licences – Municipality and others.
- Bank and visas
Watch out
- Some activities remain reserved for Omanis.
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