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Mainland Company Formation in 2025.

- Select the type of company you want to establish on the mainland. The most common option for foreign investors is a Limited Liability Company (LLC), which requires at least two shareholders. Other options include a Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership, or Joint Stock Company, depending on your business needs.
Decide on ownership structure. Since 2020, under the Foreign Capital Investment Law (FCIL) RD 50/2019, 100% foreign ownership is allowed for most activities, though some sectors may still require an Omani partner with a minimum 30% stake. Confirm your specific activity with MOCIIP, as exceptions exist (e.g., transportation, tailoring).
Pick a unique name that reflects your business and complies with Oman’s naming rules (e.g., avoid offensive or restricted terms).
Submit the name for approval via the MOCIIP’s online portal (Invest Easy). This step is quick, typically completed within a day if the name is available.

Gather the following:
Identification documents (passports or IDs) of all shareholders and authorized signatories.
A draft of the company’s Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA), outlining the company’s purpose, structure, and shareholder details.
Proof of initial capital deposit (bank certificate), if applicable. While the FCIL removed a strict minimum capital requirement, LLCs with foreign ownership historically needed OMR 150,000 (~$390,000). Check current requirements with MOCIIP, as this may vary by case.
If an Omani partner is required, include their details and agreement.

Open a bank account in Oman to deposit the initial capital. Submit the bank certificate to MOCIIP as proof.
After registration, this account can be converted into a current account for business transactions.

File your company registration application through the Invest Easy portal or in person at MOCIIP. Include all prepared documents.
Pay the registration fee (currently around OMR 300, though this may vary).
Upon approval, you’ll receive a Commercial Registration (CR) number

Enroll your company with OCCI to ensure compliance with commercial regulations. Submit:
CR certificate.
MOA and AOA.
Municipality approval (if applicable).
This step is mandatory for mainland companies and facilitates networking and legal recognition.

Depending on your business activity, secure specific licenses (e.g., industrial, environmental, health-related) from relevant authorities like the Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Health, or others.
For import/export businesses, register with the Directorate General of Customs.

Obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Tax Authority under the Ministry of Finance.
Register for Value Added Tax (VAT), set at 5% in Oman since 2019, if your business qualifies.

Enroll your company with the Ministry of Manpower for labor compliance and to facilitate employee visa applications.
Comply with Omanization rules, which mandate hiring a percentage of Omani nationals, depending on your sector.

Design an official company seal with your company name and logo, required for legal documents.

Finalize opening a corporate bank account if not already done during the capital deposit phase.

Request investor or employee visas through the Royal Oman Police (ROP) portal, linking them to your company’s CR.
This step is essential if you or your staff are relocating to Oman.

The process typically takes 3-10 working days if all documents are in order, though additional approvals may extend this.
Mainland companies can operate freely within Oman and internationally, unlike free zone entities, but may face stricter Omanization and regulatory requirements.

SetupOman Team

Office No. 505, Building No. 1532, Road No. 3519, Block No. 235, Al-Khuwair, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman

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