Oman Free Zones Guide
Oman’s free zones provide foreign investors with enhanced incentives including 100 percent ownership, tax exemptions, and simplified regulatory procedures. These zones are strategically located at ports and border crossings to facilitate international trade and manufacturing for export.
Key Facts
| Free Zone | Location | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Sohar Freezone | Al Batinah | Heavy industry, logistics |
| Salalah Free Zone | Dhofar | Trade, light manufacturing |
| SEZAD (Duqm) | Al Wusta | Multi-sector industrial |
| Al Mazunah | Dhofar-Yemen border | Trade, re-export |
Common Benefits
All Oman free zones offer 100 percent foreign ownership without a local partner, corporate tax exemptions for up to 30 years (renewable), no personal income tax, customs duty exemptions on imports and re-exports, full repatriation of profits and capital, and simplified visa and labour procedures.
Sohar Freezone
Adjacent to Sohar Port, the freezone spans 4,500 hectares with zoning for heavy industry, medium industry, logistics, and commercial activities. The freezone benefits from port connectivity and proximity to UAE markets. Key sectors include metals, petrochemicals, food processing, and logistics.
Salalah Free Zone
Located beside Port of Salalah, the free zone focuses on trade, warehousing, and light manufacturing. Its position on Indian Ocean shipping routes and proximity to African and South Asian markets makes it attractive for re-export and distribution operations.
SEZAD (Duqm)
The Special Economic Zone at Duqm is the largest zone covering 2,000 square kilometres. SEZAD operates under its own regulatory framework with a dedicated authority. It accommodates heavy industry, petroleum refining, fisheries, tourism, and residential development.
Al Mazunah Free Zone
Located on the Oman-Yemen border, Al Mazunah serves as a trade hub for exports to Yemen and East Africa. The zone specialises in consumer goods, building materials, and food products for cross-border trade.