Moving to Spain from Oman: Complete Visa and Residency Guide
Key Facts for Omani Citizens
- Visa Required: Yes (ordinary passports). Diplomatic/service passports exempt as of January 2026.
- Most Common Visas: Non-Lucrative, Entrepreneur, EU Blue Card, Digital Nomad
- Processing Time: 15-45 days (Schengen), 1-3 months (residence)
- Spanish Consulates: Muscat (Embassy)
- Citizenship Timeline: 10 years legal residence
- Tax Treaty: Yes (2014, effective 2015)
- Dual Citizenship: Oman does NOT allow. Must renounce to naturalize Spanish.
- Hague Apostille: Yes, member since 2012 (only GCC country)
Oman Spain Visa Options
Not sure which visa fits your situation? Each path has different requirements, timelines, and tax implications. Book a consultation and we’ll map out the optimal visa and tax strategy for your move.
Spanish Embassy in Oman
Muscat – Embassy of Spain
Way 2834, House 2573, Shatti Al Qurm, Muscat
Tel: +968 24 69 11 01
Emergency (Spanish citizens): +968 99 47 33 70
Email: [email protected]
Covers: All of Oman
Tax Considerations for Omanis in Spain
Tax Treaty: Oman-Spain
Oman and Spain signed a Double Taxation Agreement on April 30, 2014, effective since 2015 (Royal Decree 47/2014). This treaty prevents the same income from being taxed in both jurisdictions.
Key Points:
- Beckham Law: Flat 24% tax on Spanish income for 6 years. Foreign income largely exempt. Major benefit for new residents from zero-tax jurisdictions.
- Investment Income: Dividends, interest, royalties covered with reduced withholding rates
- Business Profits: Only taxable in residence country unless permanent establishment exists in the other
Talk to us before making the move. Careful structuring before establishing Spanish residency can optimize your tax position significantly.
Required Documents
Required Documents:
- Passport valid for at least 12 months with blank pages
- Criminal Record from Oman, apostilled by Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Medical Certificate from authorized physician
- Proof of Income (bank statements, investment documentation)
- Health Insurance from Spanish-authorized provider with full coverage
- Application Form completed and signed
- Photos passport size, white background
- Visa Fee
- Proof of Accommodation in Spain (rental contract or property deed)
Path to Spanish Citizenship
Spain offers permanent residency after 5 years of legal residence. You’ll need to demonstrate maintained residency status without extended absences.
Citizenship requires 10 years of legal residence. Oman does NOT allow dual citizenship. You would need to renounce Omani nationality to naturalize as Spanish. Many people choose permanent residency instead to avoid this requirement. Permanent residency provides nearly all the same rights: live, work, travel throughout Europe, access healthcare and education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Omani citizens need a visa for Spain?
Yes, ordinary passport holders need a Schengen visa for short stays. As of January 2026, diplomatic and service passport holders are exempt under a new mutual visa-waiver agreement. For residency, a national visa is required.
Can I keep my Omani citizenship if I become Spanish?
No. Oman does not allow dual citizenship. You would need to renounce Omani nationality to naturalize as Spanish. Many people choose permanent residency instead to avoid this requirement.
Do Omani documents need an apostille or legalization?
Apostille only. Oman joined the Hague Apostille Convention in 2012 and is the only GCC country that’s a member. Omani documents receive apostille stamps from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that Spanish authorities accept directly.
We Handle Everything
Spanish bureaucracy is relentless. Visa applications, tax residency, NIE appointments, ongoing compliance. Getting any of it wrong costs time and money. We handle the paperwork and planning so you can focus on actually building your life here.
This guide provides general information about moving from Oman to Spain. Requirements can change. Contact us for personalized advice on your situation. Information accurate as of January 2026.