Can I Cross-Compile for OS X on Linux or Windows Without a Mac?

Cross-Compiling for OS X on Linux or Windows

If you wish to port your C/C applications to OS X but lack a Mac, several cross-compilation tools can assist you.

Linux:

For Linux, a prebuilt GCC cross-compiler is available, utilizing modified GCC sources from Apple. You can obtain this compiler from:

https://launchpad.net/~flosoft/ archive/cross-apple

Alternative Options:

Since the original answer was written in 2015, the following additional options have emerged:

• Visual Studio: Microsoft's industry-standard IDE now supports cross-compilation for OS X, iOS, and Android. (https://channel9.msdn.com/Events/Visual-Studio/Connect-event-2014/311)
• Embarcadero's RadStudio: This IDE also enables the development of OS X, iOS, and Android apps on Windows.
• Cross-compilation tool from Thomas (mentioned in the original answer): https://stackoverflow.com/users/150586/thomas

Note:

Regardless of the cross-compilation method you choose, you will still require a physical Mac or iOS device for testing your applications.

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