Oman — neutral Gulf region, most biodiverse nature in the area
Oman opens permanent residency through investment from 2021, term 5 or 10 years. No personal income tax, and is a country with neutral reputation…
Kuwait: world's oldest sovereign wealth fund, and a stateless community that has existed for decades
Kuwait established its sovereign wealth fund in 1953 — decades before Norway — and has no personal income tax. But k…
Bahrain — unlimited golden residency, no income tax
Smallest island nation in the Gulf but the first country in the bloc to open unlimited permanent residency to foreigners. Connected to…
Qatar — first Gulf nation to open permanent residency, limited quota
Qatar opens permanent residency under law 2018, ahead of neighboring countries. Permanent residents enjoy healthcare and education benefits…
Saudi Arabia: permanent residency without a sponsor, but no path to citizenship
Saudi Arabia's special permanent residency removes what made expats in the Gulf most dependent: the sponsor requirement…