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Housing & Urban
Planning

Navigate real estate regulations with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MHUP) in Oman.

Get Developer Qualified

MHUP controls land allocation for commercial projects, Usufruct (leasehold) agreements for foreign investors, and major urban development initiatives.

Role of MHUP

MHUP is the central regulator for the real estate industry, overseeing property registration, brokerage, and development. It aims to organize the sector, protect consumer rights, and boost investment confidence.

Amlak & Tatweer Platforms: MHUP operates key platforms: 'Amlak' for comprehensive real estate registration and property services, and 'Tatweer' for real estate developer services and off-plan sales.

Core Licensing Services

We facilitate all major MHUP certifications and licenses:

  • 🏗️
    Real Estate Developer Qualification Certification required to execute projects larger than 5,000 sqm (Tatweer / MHUP Developer Registry).
  • 📝
    Off-Plan Sales License (Tatweer Portal) Permission to sell units on the map before or during construction.
  • 🤝
    Real Estate Contributions Licensing for pooling funds from investors to develop land or property.
  • 🏘️
    Marketing & Brokerage Property Valuer (Valuation License) and Broker licenses for individuals and firms (MHUP Brokerage License).

Off-Plan Licensing Journey

Selling off-plan ('Tatweer') is the standard for liquidity in Oman projects.

1
Land Ownership Providing clear title deeds (Sukuk) free of disputes or untested claims.
2
Qualification The developer must pass financial and technical capability assessments by MHUP.
3
Escrow Account Opening a designated project escrow account where all buyer funds are frozen.
4
Sales Launch Receiving the Marketing License to advertise and sign contracts with buyers.

Targeted Outcomes

  • Developer Qualification Certificate
  • Escrow Account Agreement
  • Off-Plan Marketing License

Compliance Checklist

To avoid penalties or project suspension, ensure:

Standard Contracts

Use of the Unified Sales Contract approved by MHUP for all unit sales.

Audit & Updates

Quarterly technical progress reports submitted to MHUP by an external consultant.

Ad Advertising

Possession of a valid Ad License (with QR code) for any property marketing campaign.

Why Comply?

  • Investor Confidence An Off-Plan Sales license guarantees buyers that their money goes only into construction.
  • Market Reach Licensed projects can be marketed exhibitions like Oman Design & Build Week or OREX.
  • Financing Banks only provide project finance to MHUP-qualified developers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but you must first obtain a MOCIIP Foreign Investment License for Real Estate Development and then undergo MHUP qualification.
A Real Estate Brokerage License from MHUP is mandatory for individuals and companies wishing to legally practice real estate brokerage and marketing in Oman.
Yes, rental agreements must be registered with the relevant Municipality (such as Muscat Municipality) to be legally binding and to protect the rights of both landlords and tenants.
Fees are calculated based on the project's total estimated cost and total built-up area. It typically involves an initial study fee and a final license issuance fee.

Develop with Confidence

Let us handle your Developer Qualification and Off-Plan licensing.

Get MHUP Licensed
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