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About the marketplace

How buying a business through Gateway to Oman actually works.

Short version: we screen the sellers, you pay a one-time fee to see the real numbers, we hand you off directly to the seller, and we stay available for the structuring questions that come up later. No retainer, no commission, no broker chain.

1. We vet every listing before it goes live.

Sellers come to us through referrals or direct contact. Before we publish their business, we meet them, review the CR (commercial registration), look at the financials, and check the reason for sale. If something doesn't add up, the listing doesn't go up. About a third of submissions don't make it through. The result: a smaller marketplace, but one where every listing is real.

2. The preview is free. The detail sits behind access.

Anyone can browse the marketplace and see the headline detail: category, location, age of the business, price range. To see the financials, the seller's contact details, and our internal notes, you pay a one-time subscriber fee. That fee covers the marketplace plus your initial advisory session with our team.

3. We connect you directly to the seller.

No broker chain, no anonymous intermediary. Once you've requested access and we've confirmed your fit, we pass your contact straight to the seller — and theirs to you. You negotiate directly. We don't take a cut of the deal.

4. Structuring and licensing — we're available.

The friction that breaks most cross-border acquisitions in Oman is the CR transfer, sector licensing, and ownership structuring. Foreign-owned vs. local-partner, free zone vs. mainland, residency adjustments — this is where our 26 years of local relationships matter. We stay available through closing and beyond.

Common questions

What does the subscriber fee actually pay for?+
Full marketplace access, one advisory call with our team to scope your search, the pre-purchase document checklist tailored to your target sector, and email updates as new listings match your criteria. It's a one-time fee — no subscription, no recurring charge.
Do you charge commission on the sale?+
No. We're not a broker. The subscriber fee is how we recover the cost of vetting listings and offering advisory support. The seller pays nothing to list, and there's no commission on either side at closing. The seller pays a separate processing fee (currently OMR 500) only after the deal closes.
Can a foreigner own a business in Oman?+
In most sectors, yes — 100% foreign ownership has been allowed since 2019. Some sectors (defence, certain media, a few licensed activities) still require a local partner. We'll flag which category any listing you're interested in falls into before you go too far.
What about residency / investor visa?+
Buying a business above certain thresholds qualifies you for an investor visa. Real estate ITCs (investment property) also carry a residency pathway. We can walk you through which path fits your situation during the advisory call.
What if I want to list my business?+
The self-service seller portal is being built (target Phase 2). For now, if you'd like to list a business directly, our team will handle it — see the List your business page or message us on WhatsApp.
What sectors do you cover?+
Today: food & beverage, gyms & wellness, laundries, travel agencies, retail, and industrial / commercial properties. Healthcare, education, and digital businesses are next.

Still have a question?

Open the chat at the bottom of the page and Omar — our marketplace guide — can usually answer in a sentence or two. If not, our team will follow up directly.

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