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LLC Company Registration in Oman

Complete LLC formation with MOCIIP filing, commercial registration, municipality licensing, and tax setup. Former registration officers handle your documentation. Get accurate costs and timeline today.

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LLC Company Formation in Oman

LLC Company Formation in Oman

Setting up an LLC in Oman requires navigating the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion (MOCIIP) requirements, obtaining commercial registration, obtaining municipality licensing, and filing with the tax authority. MakeMyCompany handles the entire LLC registration process for foreign investors, GCC nationals, and Omani entrepreneurs, from name reservation to bank account opening.

We’ve processed 200+ LLC formations since 2019, working directly with MOCIIP case officers who review filings through the Invest Easy Portal. Our team includes former registration officers who know exactly what documentation passes first-time review and what triggers rejection.

Who This Service Is For:

  • Foreign investors establishing 100% foreign-owned LLCs in permitted sectors
  • GCC nationals setting up operations in Oman
  • Omani entrepreneurs forming multi-shareholder companies
  • Existing sole proprietors upgrading to LLC structure
  • Companies expanding from free zones to mainland operations

What Makes Our LLC Setup Different: We don’t just submit paperwork. We draft MOA/AOA documents that align with your actual business model, advise on shareholder structure based on visa allocation needs, and coordinate parallel filings (CR, municipality, tax card) so you’re operational in 12-15 working days instead of the typical 25-30 days.

Get Your LLC Registration Started: Contact us at +968 79646432 or email info@omanbusinesssetup.com to request a customized setup package tailored to your business activity and shareholder structure.

What's Included in Our LLC Setup Service

Our end-to-end LLC registration service covers every filing from MOCIIP approval through operational readiness:

Name Reservation & Initial Approval (Days 1-3)

  • Three name options submitted to MOCIIP with activity code verification
  • Trademark search to avoid conflicts
  • Initial approval certificate (valid 60 days)

Memorandum & Articles of Association Drafting (Days 3-5)

  • MOA drafted to reflect actual shareholding percentages and capital distribution
  • Articles customized for your governance structure (board composition, signing authority, profit distribution)
  • Reviewed by our legal consultants before notarization

Commercial Registration Filing (Days 5-8)

  • Complete the CR application through the Invest Easy Portal
  • All shareholder documentation translated and attested (if required)
  • Office lease agreement preparation and submission
  • MOCIIP case officer coordination for any additional requirements

Municipality License Processing (Days 6-10)

  • Activity-specific license application to Muscat Municipality (or relevant governorate)
  • Civil defense clearance (if required for your activity)
  • Signboard approval coordination

Tax Authority Registration (Days 10-12)

  • Tax card (TIN) registration with the Oman Tax Authority
  • VAT registration (if your projected revenue exceeds OMR 38,500 annually)
  • Tax file setup for annual compliance

Chamber of Commerce Registration (Days 12-14)

  • Oman Chamber of Commerce membership filing
  • Certificate of incorporation issuance
  • Final company stamp preparation

Bank Account Setup Support (Days 14-20)

  • Introduction letters to Bank Muscat, Ahli Bank, or HSBC Oman
  • Appointment coordination with relationship managers
  • Documentation review before bank submission

Royal Oman Police (ROP) Registration (Days 15-20)

  • Company registration with ROP for visa quota allocation
  • Establishment card issuance
  • Investor/employee visa processing initiation (if included in package)

Timeline: 12-15 working days for standard LLC setup with a single activity code. Multi-activity or restricted sector LLCs may require 18-22 days due to additional MOCIIP review.

Documents Required for LLC Registration

  • Passport copies (valid 6+ months)
  • Recent passport-size photographs
  • Attested educational certificates (for professional service activities)
  • No-objection letter from sponsor (if currently in Oman on visit/work visa)
  • Bank reference letter or financial statement (for capital verification)
  • Civil ID copy
  • Passport copy
  • Personal bank statement (recent 3 months)
  • Office lease agreement (minimum 1-year term, commercial-zoned property)
  • Landlord’s property ownership documents
  • Activity-specific approvals (e.g., Ministry of Health approval for healthcare LLCs, Ministry of Tourism approval for tour operators)

Minimum OMR 20,000 paid-up capital (OMR 150,000 for construction companies, OMR 500,000 for oil & gas service companies). We advise on optimal capital structure based on visa allocation needs; higher capital allows for a larger visa quota.

LLC Registration Cost in Oman

LLC company formation costs vary based on business activity, shareholder structure, and licensing requirements. Here’s the transparent breakdown:

Standard LLC Setup Package: OMR 1,800 - OMR 2,500

What’s Included:

  • Name reservation and MOCIIP filing fees
  • MOA/AOA drafting and notarization
  • Commercial registration (CR) certificate
  • Municipality license (single activity)
  • Tax card registration
  • Chamber of Commerce membership
  • Company stamp preparation
  • Consultancy fees for complete coordination

Additional Costs (Activity-Dependent):

  • Professional service license (engineering, healthcare, legal): +OMR 300-500 due to attestation requirements
  • Multiple activity codes: +OMR 200 per additional activity
  • Restricted sector approvals (construction, tourism, security): +OMR 400-800 for ministry clearances
  • Office lease: OMR 200-400/month (Muscat city center), OMR 100-200/month (industrial areas)

Visa Processing (If Required):

  • Investor visa: OMR 600 per visa (includes medical, ROP fees, ID card)
  • Employee visa quota allocation: OMR 200 per employee setup
  • Family visa processing: OMR 400 per family visa

VAT Registration: OMR 200 (only if projected annual revenue exceeds OMR 38,500)

What Increases Cost:

  1. Shareholders requiring document attestation from their home country (add 7-10 days and OMR 150-300)
  2. Restricted activities requiring ministry approvals (construction, oil & gas, healthcare facilities)
  3. Rush processing (7-day completion): +OMR 800 for expedited MOCIIP coordination

Get an Accurate Quote: Contact us at +968 7205 9272 with your planned business activity, the number of shareholders, and your preferred office location. We’ll provide a detailed breakdown within 2 hours.

Timeline to Register an LLC

Standard Timeline: 12-15 Working Days

Day 1-3: Name reservation approved by MOCIIP. If your first choice is rejected (happens in ~20% of cases for generic names), we immediately submit your backup option.

Day 3-5: MOA/AOA drafting and shareholder review. This is where most delays occur, when shareholders request changes to capital distribution or board composition. We build a 2-day buffer for revisions.

Day 5-8: CR application submitted through the Invest Easy Portal. MOCIIP case officers typically review within 48-72 hours. Rejections usually involve office lease documentation (wrong property category) or missing shareholder attestations.

Days 8-12: Municipality license processing runs in parallel with tax registration. Muscat Municipality approves most commercial activities within 3-4 days. Industrial activities requiring civil defense inspection add 5-7 days.

Day 12-15: Final certificates issued, company stamp prepared, bank account introduction letters provided.

What Causes Delays:

  • Office lease issues (30% of cases): Property not in a commercial zone, landlord documents incomplete, lease term less than 1 year
  • Shareholder document attestation (25% of cases): Foreign shareholders’ documents require embassy attestation, adding 10-15 days
  • Activity code mismatches (15% of cases): Planned business doesn’t align with selected ISIC code, requiring resubmission
  • Capital verification delays (10% of cases): Bank reference letters not meeting MOCIIP format requirements

Rush Processing Available: We can complete LLC setup in 7-9 working days through direct coordination with the MOCIIP case officer and expedited municipality processing. This requires all shareholder documents to be ready on Day 1 and adds OMR 800 to standard fees.

Foreign Ownership and Shareholder Setup

Oman allows 100% foreign ownership in most commercial and service sectors following amendments to the 2020 Foreign Capital Investment Law. Here’s what we advise based on 200+ foreign LLC formations:

Foreign Ownership Rules (2025):

  • 100% foreign ownership permitted: Trading, professional services, IT, consulting, hospitality, light manufacturing
  • 70% foreign ownership maximum: Construction, oil & gas services, healthcare facilities, security services
  • 49% foreign ownership maximum: Real estate brokerage, insurance agencies (subject to sector-specific regulations)

Shareholder Structure (2-50 Shareholders):

  • Minimum 2 shareholders for LLC formation (can be 2 foreign individuals, 2 companies, or mixed)
  • Maximum 50 shareholders total Corporate shareholders allowed (e.g., UAE parent company holding shares in Oman LLC)
  • Nominee shareholders prohibited, MOCIIP requires beneficial ownership disclosure

Optimal Shareholder Setup for Visa Allocation:
Most foreign investors structure their shareholding as 51%/49% or 70%/30% shareholding to maximize investor visa quota. Here’s why:

  • Primary shareholder (51%+): Eligible for investor visa + family sponsorship
  • Minority shareholder (25%+): Eligible for investor visa (no family sponsorship unless holding 51%+)
  • Small shareholders (<10%): Not eligible for investor visa, must apply as employees

Example: Two foreign partners investing OMR 10,000 each (total capital: OMR 20,000). We are structured as 51%/49%, so both qualify for investor visas. If structured 50%/50%, ROP may challenge investor visa eligibility.

Our Shareholding Advisory Covers:

  • Optimal percentage splits based on visa needs and exit planning
  • Capital contribution structuring (cash vs. in-kind contributions)
    Shareholder agreement drafting (beyond basic
  • MOA/AOA) for buy-sell provisions, deadlock resolution, profit distribution
  • Corporate shareholder setup (if your parent company will hold shares)

Contact us at info@omanbusinesssetup.com to review your specific shareholder structure before filing. This is the hardest element to change post-registration.

Bank Account + Tax + VAT Support

Bank Account Opening (Post-Registration): Opening a corporate bank account in Oman requires completing LLC registration and obtaining approval from the relationship manager. We’ve established direct channels with:

  • Bank Muscat: Best for multi-currency accounts, online banking integration, trade finance
  • Ahli Bank: Faster approval (3-5 days), good for startups, lower minimum balance requirements
  • HSBC Oman: Preferred for international transactions, parent company banking relationships

What We Provide:

  • Introduction letter to relationship managers with our banking referral credentials
  • Pre-submission documentation review (saves 1-2 resubmission rounds)
  • Appointment coordination (critical, walk-in applications rarely get same-day processing)
  • Minimum balance guidance (typically OMR 1,000-3,000 depending on the bank)

Timeline: 5-7 working days post-LLC registration for account activation.

Tax Card Registration: Every LLC must register with the Oman Tax Authority to obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN). We handle:

  • Complete tax registration application
  • Activity code verification for correct tax classification
  • Annual tax filing setup (corporate income tax at 15% for taxable income above OMR 30,000)

VAT Registration (Revenue-Dependent): Mandatory VAT registration applies if your projected annual revenue exceeds OMR 38,500. We provide:

  • VAT registration application to the Oman Tax Authority
  • VAT software integration consultation
  • Quarterly VAT return filing setup (ongoing compliance available separately)

Current VAT rate: 5% on most goods and services (0% for healthcare, education, residential rent).

Tax Filing Support: While our LLC setup includes initial tax card registration and annual corporate tax filings, VAT return submissions require a separate engagement. Contact us for ongoing compliance packages.

Get Your LLC Registered in Oman

MakeMyCompany provides complete LLC company formation services with transparent pricing, realistic timelines, and former MOCIIP officers on staff who know exactly what passes first-time review.

Start your LLC registration today:

Next Steps:

  1. Contact us with your business activity and shareholder details
  2. Receive detailed cost breakdown and timeline within 2 hours
  3. Sign engagement agreement and provide initial documents
  4. We begin name reservation the same business day

Average client saves 8-12 days compared to self-filing through learning curve mistakes. Most importantly, we ensure your LLC structure aligns with actual business needs, not just what passes MOCIIP initial review.

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Frequently Asked Questions About LLC Registration in Oman

We need passport copies for all shareholders, a description of your planned business activity, and preferred company name options (we recommend 3 choices). If you already have an office, send the lease agreement. If not, we’ll provide lease support separately. That’s enough to begin name reservation within 24 hours.

Yes, 70% of our LLC formations are for clients outside Oman. We use a power of attorney (POA) for signature authorization. You’ll need to have your POA notarized in your home country and attested by the Omani embassy. We guide you through the exact attestation requirements for your country.

Not required. The only in-person requirement is opening a bank account, which typically occurs 2-3 weeks after LLC registration is complete. Many clients visit Oman once their CR and municipality licenses are issued to open bank accounts and sign lease agreements.

Not required. The only in-person requirement is opening a bank account, which typically occurs 2-3 weeks after LLC registration is complete. Many clients visit Oman once their CR and municipality licenses are issued to open bank accounts and sign lease agreements.

We resubmit within 24 hours using your backup name option or corrected documentation. In 200+ LLC formations, we’ve had 12 initial rejections, all resolved within 2-3 days. Most rejections involve office lease documentation format (we now pre-clear all leases with MOCIIP case officers before submission).

Yes, we have relationships with commercial property owners in Muscat, Ruwi, Al Khuwair, and Muttrah. Office lease costs: OMR 200-400/month for 50-100 sqm commercial space in Muscat city center, OMR 100-200/month in industrial areas. We can arrange virtual office addresses (OMR 100-150/month) for companies that do not require physical retail/warehouse space.

LLC licenses are renewed annually through MOCIIP and Muscat Municipality. We offer annual renewal packages (OMR 400-600, depending on activity) covering CR renewal, municipality license renewal, Chamber of Commerce renewal, and ROP establishment card renewal. Most clients set up standing annual renewals with us after initial formation.

We post payroll accurately and can coordinate with your HR or payroll provider to keep filings and ledgers aligned.

We specialize in mainland LLC registration through MOCIIP. For free zone company setup (Sohar Free Zone, Salalah Free Zone, Knowledge Oasis Muscat), we refer clients to our free zone specialists. Note that free zone companies have limited ability to operate in mainland Oman without separate mainland registration.

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