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Oman Sohar Free Zone (OSFZ)

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Oman Sohar Free Zone Trade License

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Setting up a company in Oman, Sohar Freezone offers a combination of incentives for investors to set up and operate their projects easily and flexibly, in an environment where business can flourish an ...

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Setting up a company in Oman, Sohar Freezone offers a combination of incentives for investors to set up and operate their projects easily and flexibly, in an environment where business can flourish and prosper. It presents a range of advant ... Read more

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Office Availability and Pricing

SOHAR’s commercial office partner - Shared Office

3600 OMR

SOHAR Freezone, in partnership with Corporate Parks, offers new and renewing tenants with a 3-year lease term, ideal for companies looking to establish their trading business globally.

SOHAR’s commercial office partner - Full Office

6600 OMR

SOHAR Freezone, in partnership with Corporate Parks, offers new and renewing tenants with a 3-year lease term, ideal for companies looking to establish their trading business globally.

Highlights & Benefits

100% Foreign Ownership

A Sohar freezone shall be fully owned by a foreign national/entity.

Corporate Tax Holiday of up to 25 Years

Each working company has a guaranteed 10-year exemption of corporate tax (normally 12% in Oman). This exemption can be extended up to the duration of the lease contract if certain targets in Omanization are reached, which can be for up to 25 years.

One-Stop Shop for all Relevant Clearance

Sohar Freezone offers a single window through which all licenses, permits, and approvals can be obtained. In practice, this means that Freezone clients require very little interaction with the various governmental institutions.

0% Import or Re-export Duties

No customs duties on goods brought into the Freezone. All customs processes are described in a dedicated set of Customs procedures.

0% Personal Income Tax

No customs duties for individuals coming in and working in the Freezone.

Low Capital Requirements

Sohar Freezone maintains low capital requirements, which encourages start-up companies to invest with a lower core capital.

Skilled Workforce

Access to a skilled local talent pool supported by government initiatives ensures a strong human capital foundation for your business.

Free-Trade Agreements

Leverage beneficial trade agreements with Singapore and the United States for expanded market reach.

Documents From The Authority

Step Wise Process Flow

Step 1

Submit an Application

Submit the company registration application and required documents, including shareholder passports, company formation documents, and (for foreign investors) proof of business registration.

Step 2

Issue a No-Objection Letter from the MECA

Obtain a No-Objection Letter from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs, confirming environmental compliance.

Step 3

Due Diligence Process

Undergo a background check by the authorities to verify shareholder and company information.

Step 4

The signing of the agreement

Finalize the incorporation process by signing an agreement with the Sohar Free Zone Authority.

Step 5

Licenses & Benefits

Upon completion, receive your Commercial Incorporation Certificate, Chamber of Commerce membership, and a free PO Box.

Terms & Conditions

Certain incorporation fees (renewal, membership, PO Box) are included initially but require annual renewal.
Separate annual license fees apply (OMR 385 for logistics/industrial/light industries/assembly, OMR 3,000 for general trading).
Permit fees vary by activity (work permits OMR 350-1,000 based on plot size, special transport/sublease permits OMR 350/770 annually).
Daily storage fees apply for public stores/yards (OMR 3/m² monthly for open yards, OMR 10/m² monthly for stores depending on goods).
The Free Zone offers a competitive General Trading License fee (OMR 3,000 annually).
Tiered work permit fees cater to businesses of different sizes (lower fee for plots under 30,000 sqm).
A 7.5% one-stop-shop service fee applies to various administrative processes within the Free Zone.
The working company may not be nationalized except by virtue of a law in exchange for fair compensation. It is also not permitted to seize its assets, confiscate any of them, or place the company under guardianship except by virtue of a judicial ruling.
In order for the working company to enjoy the advantages, exemptions, and facilities stipulated in this law and the decree establishing the free zone, it must carry out its business and activities within the free zone and export a percentage of its products specified by the board.
Companies operating outside the Sohar Free Zone cannot obtain a Free Zone license until all outstanding financial obligations to the Omani government and related entities are settled.
Trade license process to take 7-10 working days (including tenancy contract), visa processing to take 12-15 working days, and bank account setup to take approximately 2 weeks.
Investors can have up to 80% foreign employees, but a longer corporate tax exemption is possible by gradually increasing Omani workforce (20% in 10 years, 30% in 15 years, 50% in 20 years).
Freezone companies benefit from preferential treatment for goods in transit due to Oman's free trade agreements with the US and Singapore.
Obtaining an investor visa in SOHAR Freezone is subject to additional fees: Investor Permit (200 OMR, valid for 2 years), Investor Entry Visa (50 OMR, valid for 3 months), Resident Card (11 OMR, valid for 2 years), Medical Attestation (5 OMR), and Tax Certificate (10.75 OMR, valid for 1 year).

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