Jordan

The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan holds a strategic geographical location, serving as a stable and welcoming business hub at the meeting point of Asia, Africa, and Europe. Jordan uniquely melds the ancient and contemporary, featuring renowned archaeological treasures like Petra alongside its bustling capital, Amman, which serves as the nation’s economic, political, and cultural epicenter.

The Jordan Citizenship by Investment Program offers foreign individuals the opportunity to invest in the country and seek an alternate citizenship. Jordan, situated in a relatively peaceful region amid neighboring socio-political challenges, becomes an attractive option for those seeking access to Jordanian citizenship.

• Access to more than 50 destinations without the need for a visa or with visa-on-arrival privileges.
• Citizenship extends to the entire family, encompassing the main applicant’s spouse, unmarried children, as well as widowed or divorced daughters and sons under 18, along with dependent parents.
• Gain citizenship in a peaceful and stable Middle Eastern nation.
• Attain citizenship in a country that actively participates in the United Nations and holds membership in the World Trade Organization.

• Investor initiates the process with a minimum US$750,000 investment in an approved sector.
• Required documentation, including financial proof and background checks, is submitted.
• The government’s Investment Commission reviews the application and makes a determination.
• The entire procedure typically spans approximately six months.
• Upon completion, the investor becomes eligible to apply for a Jordanian passport.

The Jordan Citizenship by Investment Program mandates that foreign individuals make investments in various sectors, including bank deposits, treasury bonds, securities, small and medium enterprises, or projects that generate local employment.

Applicants are required to choose from the following investment options in the country:

• Bank Deposits and Treasury Bonds:
• Place a non-interest-bearing deposit of at least USD 1 million in the Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) for a minimum period of three years.
• Acquire treasury bonds worth at least USD 1 million at an interest rate determined by the CBJ, held for a minimum of six years.
• Company Shares and/or Units: Purchase shares and/or units in Jordanian companies valued at a minimum of USD 1.5 million, with a commitment to hold them for a minimum of three years, subject to approval from the Companies Control Department and/or the Jordan Securities Commission.
• Small and Medium Enterprises (Local Employment-Generating Project):
• Establish an investment project in a specific productive economic sector with a capital investment of at least USD 1 million in the Amman governorate (or USD 750,000 for projects registered outside Amman).
• The project must create a minimum of 20 employment opportunities (reduced to at least 10 opportunities for Jordanians if the project is located outside the Amman governorate), as per the Social Security Corporation’s requirements.
• Applicants must provide documentary evidence of their chosen investment as part of the application process.

Fees:

The other fees include government processing fees, visa issuance fees, and translation and notarization of documents. The exact amount of these fees will vary depending on the individual applicant’s circumstances.

It is also important to note that there may be additional fees associated with the residency application process, such as medical examinations and background checks.

What is the process for obtaining Jordanian citizenship?

Typically, there is a standard four-year residency prerequisite in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan before being eligible for citizenship. However, in cases where the applicant is of Arab nationality, satisfies certain criteria, and promotes the public interest, the Cabinet, with the King’s approval, may exempt the applicant from this requirement.

How reliable is a passport from Jordan?

According to the SovSpot Passport Ranking Index, the Jordanian passport is now ranked 91st out of all passports in the world and provides visa free travel to 53 countries.

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Population:

10,734,926 (2023 est.)

GDP (per capita):

US$4,785 

GDP (purchasing power parity):

US$15,472 

Capital city: Amman

Time zone: Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Total area: 89,342 km2

Languages: Arabic (official), English (widely spoken)

Currency: Jordanian dinar (JOD)

Main industry: Tourism, phosphate mining, manufacturing, textiles

Schengen/EU: Jordan is not a member of the Schengen Area or the European Union.

KEY ADVANTAGES

• Rich Culture: Jordan offers a culturally diverse experience with historical sites like Petra, Roman ruins, and biblical landmarks.
• Geographic Diversity: From Petra to the Dead Sea and Wadi Rum, Jordan provides a range of outdoor activities in diverse landscapes.
• Strategic Location: Jordan’s central Middle Eastern location offers regional travel and business opportunities in a stable and peaceful environment.

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