Moving to Oman: taxes, residence and life
How to become tax resident in Oman: personal, dividend and corporate tax, 7 residence programmes, tax-residency requirements and climate. Explore the basics and compare residence routes.
Taxes
In Oman the top income tax rate is 0%, dividends are taxed at up to 0% and companies pay 15% corporate tax.
How to move and become tax resident
To become tax resident in Oman you need at least 183 days a year (No PIT in 2026; TRC with residence card + ~183 days). The typical route is Golden Residency (OMR 200k, 10 yrs): Invest ≥OMR 200k in Omani company capital, development bonds, listed shares, 5-yr deposit or ITC property; covers first-degree family There are 5 open residence programmes in Oman — see the list below.
Living there
Muscat has a hot desert climate with winter highs around 25 °C and summer highs around 40 °C.
Key facts
| Top income tax | 0% |
|---|---|
| Dividend tax | 0% |
| Corporate tax | 15% |
| Résidence fiscale | après 183 jours — No PIT in 2026; TRC with residence card + ~183 days |
| Voie de résidence typique | Golden Residency (OMR 200k, 10 yrs) — Invest ≥OMR 200k in Omani company capital, development bonds, listed shares, 5-yr deposit or ITC property; covers first-degree family |
| Type de climat | hot desert · 25° / 40° (Muscat) |
Residence programmes in Oman
Active programmes
- Golden Residency (10-year investor residence) — Investissement CHF 416'000 · 2026-10
Relaunched 31 Aug 2025; replaced OMR 250k/500k tiers
- Property-Owner Residence (Integrated Tourism Complex freehold) — investment · 2026-10
- Investor / Commercial Residence (own company under Foreign Capital Investment Law) — entrepreneur · 2026-10
- Employment Residence Visa — employment · 2026-10
- Family Joining Visa — Revenu / an CHF 3'744 · 2026-10
Changes or availability under review
- Investor Residency – original 5/10-year tiers (OMR 250k / 500k) — Investissement CHF 520'000 · 2026-10
Reportedly replaced by OMR 200k Golden Residency (Aug 2025); conflicting sources
- Retiree Residency — Revenu / an CHF 99'840 · 2026-10
Not clearly listed in Aug 2025 Golden Residency framework
Plan your residence route
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need to spend in Oman to become tax resident?
après 183 jours. No PIT in 2026; TRC with residence card + ~183 days PIT from 2028: 5% above OMR 42k for residents (principal home or 183 days)
How much tax will I pay in Oman?
In Oman the top income tax rate is 0%, dividends are taxed at up to 0% and companies pay 15% corporate tax.
Which residence programmes does Oman offer?
Golden Residency (10-year investor residence) (CHF 416'000); Property-Owner Residence (Integrated Tourism Complex freehold); Investor / Commercial Residence (own company under Foreign Capital Investment Law); Employment Residence Visa; Family Joining Visa
What is the usual way to move to Oman?
Golden Residency (OMR 200k, 10 yrs). Invest ≥OMR 200k in Omani company capital, development bonds, listed shares, 5-yr deposit or ITC property; covers first-degree family
Compare with nearby countries
Bahrain · Kuwait · Qatar · Saudi Arabia · United Arab Emirates
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