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Oman sets 20% threshold for off-plan marketing
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Fusion42 · 21 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Oman has introduced a new regulation requiring property developers in its economic and free zones to complete at least 20% of a project's cost before marketing off-plan units or accepting reservation payments. The regulation mandates escrow accounts for buyer payments, restricts use of funds, requires approvals before marketing, and imposes strict reporting and compliance deadlines to enhance transparency and protect buyers.
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You must change your sales strategy immediately if you develop off-plan projects in Oman's economic zones; waiting to reach 20% project cost completion before marketing is now law. Your financing options narrow since buyer funds can’t cover early costs, creating pressure to secure external funding first.
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