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Duqm SEZAD

Oman's largest special economic zone spanning 2,000 sq km in Al Wusta — featuring a deep-water port, dry dock, and integrated industrial city with zero taxation and 100% foreign ownership.

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Zone Overview

Oman's Mega Economic &
Industrial Zone

The Special Economic Zone Authority for Duqm (SEZAD) is Oman's most ambitious investment destination — the largest free zone in the country spanning 2,000 sq km in the Al Wusta region, approximately 600 km from Muscat. Established in 2013, SEZAD integrates a deep-water port, dry dock, industrial city, and tourist zone under a single administration.

SEZAD focuses on attracting large-scale investments in petrochemicals, heavy industry, oil and gas services, fisheries processing, and tourism development. Its deep-water port can accommodate VLCC tankers and is supported by a full ship repair and dry dock facility — making it strategically essential for energy and maritime industries.

Deep-water port capable of handling VLCC tankers and mega-cargo vessels
Integrated dry dock and ship repair facility — largest in the region
2,000 sq km of investable land for industrial and commercial development
One-stop SEZAD authority for all permits, licenses & visas
Strategic central Oman location — equidistant from GCC and East Africa
Quick Facts
Key details at a glance
Established
2013
Authority
SEZAD (Special Economic Zone Authority)
Location
Al Wusta, 600 km from Muscat
Total Area
2,000 sq km
Key Sectors
Petrochemicals, Heavy Industry, Fisheries
Min. Capital
OMR 10,000 (approx.)
Setup Time
15–20 working days
Tax Holiday
30 years, renewable
Ownership
100% Foreign Ownership
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Key Benefits

Six Compelling Advantages

Strategically designed incentives make Duqm SEZAD the premier destination for large-scale industrial and energy investment in the Arab world.

0% Corporate Tax

Enjoy a 30-year tax holiday on all corporate income, renewable for a further term — providing exceptional fiscal certainty for long-horizon industrial projects.

100% Foreign Ownership

No Omani partner required. Own your enterprise entirely as a foreign investor with full control over operations, capital repatriation, and corporate governance.

Deep-Water Port Access

Duqm Port accommodates VLCC tankers and capesize bulk carriers. Direct berth access for industrial companies importing raw materials and exporting finished goods.

Mega Industrial Scale

2,000 sq km of investable land with designated zones for petrochemicals, heavy manufacturing, energy production, and fisheries — the largest such offering in Oman.

Visa Sponsorship

Sponsor unlimited employee visas under your SEZAD license. Fast-track investor visas for business owners and their families with dedicated PRO support.

Dry Dock & Ship Repair

Integrated ICTSI-operated dry dock is one of the region's largest. Unique advantage for maritime, offshore, and ship repair industries requiring dedicated facilities.

Business Activities

Permitted Activities & Sectors

Duqm SEZAD supports 35+ permitted business activities across 7 major industrial, energy, and commercial sectors.

Petrochemicals
Refinery ProductsPetrochemical ProcessingPolymer ProductionFertilizer ManufacturingLPG & LNG
Heavy Manufacturing
Steel & MetalsHeavy EquipmentFabricationCement & Building MaterialsIndustrial Assembly
Oil & Gas
Oil Field ServicesGas ProcessingPipeline ServicesOffshore SupportDrilling Equipment
Fisheries
Fish ProcessingAquacultureSeafood ExportCold Chain LogisticsFeed Manufacturing
Tourism & Hospitality
Resort DevelopmentHotelsEco-TourismRecreation FacilitiesMarina
Energy
Green HydrogenSolar EnergyWind PowerPower GenerationEnergy Storage
How It Works

Your Duqm SEZAD Company — Step by Step

From your first consultation to a fully operational enterprise — EnterSlice handles every step with specialist SEZAD expertise while you focus on your project vision.

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1
Free Consultation & Activity Selection

Our SEZAD-specialist team assesses your project scope, recommends the optimal zone sub-area, and confirms permitted activities and land allocation options for your industry.

2
Document Preparation & Name Reservation

We prepare and notarise all required documents, reserve your company name with SEZAD, and draft the Memorandum of Association and investment agreement.

3
SEZAD Filing & Authority Approval

EnterSlice submits your application to the Special Economic Zone Authority for Duqm, coordinates inter-agency approvals, and manages all MOCI and ministry registrations.

4
License Issuance & Land Allocation

Receive your SEZAD investment license, secure land lease or industrial plot allocation, and get your establishment card within 15–20 working days.

5
Corporate Bank Account Opening

We facilitate account opening with Bank Muscat, HSBC, or NBO — typically within 5–10 business days post-incorporation, including project finance introductions.

What's Included

Everything Handled End-to-End

All-inclusive service — from document preparation to final delivery. No hidden extras.

Core Services
  • SEZAD Trade Licence
  • Company Name Reservation
  • SEZAD Authority Filing
  • Establishment Card
  • Zone Registration Certificate
  • MOA & Legal Drafting
  • Environmental Permit Support
Additional Support
  • Industrial Plot Guidance
  • Dedicated SEZAD Liaison
  • 1 Investor Visa (Business+)
  • Bank Account Assistance
  • Full Document Package
  • Annual Renewal Management
  • Sector Permit Support
Timeline

Your Journey — Milestone by Milestone

A clear, step-by-step timeline so you always know what's happening and when.

1
Day 1–3
Consultation & Sector Assessment
2
Day 4–7
Document Prep & Name Reservation
3
Day 8–15
SEZAD Application & Environmental
4
Day 16–20
Licence & Establishment Card
5
Day 21–25
Bank Account & Operations
Visa Services

Visa Options for Duqm SEZAD

As a Duqm SEZAD licensee, sponsor employees and investors with full government support from EnterSlice.

Investor Visa

Long-term residency for business owners and directors. Renewable 2-year visa with multiple entry benefits and family sponsorship rights.

Processing: 5–7 working days
Employment Visa

For hired staff and expatriate employees. Sponsor unlimited workers under your SEZAD establishment card without a local sponsor requirement.

Processing: 7–10 working days
Family Residence

Sponsor your spouse and dependants once your investor or employment visa is active. School registration support and settlement assistance included.

Processing: 5–8 working days
Pricing

Transparent Pricing — No Hidden Fees

All-inclusive packages for company registration. Choose the right plan for your needs.

Starter
$ 9,999.00
One-time setup fee
  • SME / Startup Registration
  • Commercial Registration
  • 1 Investor Visa
  • P.O-Box-Address
  • Basic licensing
  • Tax registration
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Business
$ 19,999.00
One-time setup fee
  • Full Enterprise Registration
  • Industrial / Commercial License
  • 2 Employee Visas
  • Office + land allocation
  • Bank account opening support
  • Full compliance & customs
  • Environmental approvals
  • Dedicated account manager
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Enterprise
$ 29,999.00
One-time setup fee
  • Large industrial enterprise setup
  • Custom land plot allocation
  • Unlimited employee visas
  • Purpose-built facility support
  • Full regulatory compliance
  • Port & dry dock access facilitation
  • Corporate banking setup
  • Ongoing annual reviews
  • Priority support channel
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All prices exclude government fees. Custom pricing available for large enterprises — contact us.

Documentation

Required Documents

EnterSlice pre-checks and prepares all documents. Here's what you'll need to provide.

Personal Documents
  • Passport copy (all shareholders)
  • Passport-sized photographs
  • CV / Resume (shareholders)
  • Bank reference letter
  • Proof of address (utility bill / bank statement)
  • No Objection Certificate (if employed)
  • Source of funds declaration
Company Documents
  • Proposed company name (3 options)
  • Business plan / investment proposal
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association
  • Board resolution (corporate shareholders)
  • Certificate of Incorporation (existing cos.)
  • Shareholder structure / ownership chart
  • Land use or facility application

EnterSlice provides a full document checklist, notarisation, and legalisation services as part of every package.

Why EnterSlice

Oman's Most Trusted Business Setup Partner

Over 1,200 companies successfully registered across all Oman free zones. Here's why investors choose EnterSlice.

1,200+
Companies Registered
Across all 9 Oman free zones and mainland since 2009
15yr
Years in Oman
Deep MOCI relationships and regulatory expertise
98%
Success Rate
First-attempt approval rate across all registrations
50+
In-House Experts
Legal, accounting, visa, and PRO specialists on call
Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Trusted by 1,200+ businesses across 50+ countries

“EnterSlice handled our Sohar Free Zone setup end-to-end — name reservation, MOCI approvals, and bank account with HSBC. All done in 14 days. Phenomenal service for first-time investors in Oman.”

AK
Ahmed Al-Khatib
CEO, TradeCo FZCO — Sohar Free Zone
Verified Client

“We needed a mainland LLC in Muscat urgently for a government tender. EnterSlice completed full registration in 8 working days and helped us get VAT-registered. Their MOCI relationships are unmatched.”

SR
Sarah Robinson
Director, Gulf Ventures LLC — Muscat Mainland
Verified Client

“The CBO fintech sandbox process was complex and multi-step. EnterSlice guided us through every regulatory touchpoint. Our payment gateway is now fully licensed and operational in Oman — could not have done it without them.”

MJ
Muhammad Javed
Founder, PayOman Fintech — CBO Regulated
Verified Client

“We relocated our regional HQ from Dubai to Muscat under Oman Vision 2040 incentives. EnterSlice managed our branch registration, Omanization plan, and Golden Visas for our founding team. Seamless from start to finish.”

RA
Rania Al-Amri
COO, MenaLogix Group — Muscat HQ
Verified Client

“Duqm SEZAD industrial setup with all environmental and sector permits — EnterSlice coordinated everything with SEZAD authority and delivered ahead of our project deadline. Outstanding professionalism.”

LP
Liu Peng
VP Operations, SinoGulf Industries — Duqm SEZAD
Verified Client
FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about setting up in Duqm SEZAD.

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Duqm SEZAD allows registration of investment companies, industrial enterprises, service companies, and branches of foreign corporations. All entity types can be 100% foreign-owned. SEZAD also facilitates joint ventures and public-private partnerships for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.

With EnterSlice's specialist SEZAD process, company registration typically takes 15–20 working days from document submission to license issuance. Large industrial projects requiring environmental impact assessments or land allocation may take longer. Bank account opening adds a further 5–10 days post-incorporation.

The minimum share capital for a Duqm SEZAD company is approximately OMR 10,000 (around USD 26,000), reflecting the zone's focus on substantial industrial investments. Capital requirements vary significantly by sector and activity — petrochemical and heavy industrial licenses typically require higher minimum capital. EnterSlice advises on optimal capital structure.

Duqm SEZAD is Oman's only special economic zone offering a fully integrated industrial ecosystem: a deep-water port (capable of handling VLCCs), a large-scale dry dock and ship repair facility, a dedicated petrochemical and industrial zone, fisheries processing facilities, and a developing tourism district — all under one SEZAD authority. No other zone in Oman offers this breadth of infrastructure at this scale.

While Duqm SEZAD is primarily designed for medium-to-large industrial and investment projects, smaller businesses in logistics, trading, fisheries, and tourism can also register. SEZAD offers flexible office and facility options. Our Starter package is suitable for SMEs entering the Duqm market. EnterSlice will assess your project and recommend the most cost-effective entry structure.

Duqm SEZAD companies enjoy 0% corporate income tax for 30 years (renewable), 0% personal income tax, 0% customs duty on imports and exports within the zone, exemption from withholding tax on dividends and royalties, and simplified customs procedures. Oman's 5% VAT applies to some domestic transactions — our tax advisory team provides full compliance support tailored to SEZAD's unique regulatory framework.
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