Citizenship by Investment
Acquiring a Jordanian Passport by Investment
A concise summary of the conditions and procedures for granting a temporary Jordanian passport to investors under the applicable amendments, outlining practical effects and procedural limits. The summary covers financial and employment thresholds, required official approvals, confidentiality obligations, and expected fees.
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Citizenship by Investment
Updated: 11 May 2023
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A concise summary of the conditions and procedures for granting a temporary Jordanian passport to investors under the applicable amendments, outlining practical effects and procedural limits. The summary covers financial and employment thresholds, required official approvals, confidentiality obligations, and expected fees.
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- Scope of the Program and Jordanian Passport Ranking
- Eligibility Conditions and Practical Effects
- Administrative Procedures and Procedural Limits
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Scope of the Program and Jordanian Passport Ranking
The program provides for issuance of a temporary passport to investors who meet specified criteria intended to promote productive projects. In practice, the passport is granted for a three-year term and is subject to limitations regarding political rights. Internationally, the Jordanian passport permits access to about 51 destinations without a prior visa or via visa-on-arrival/e-authorization, reflecting the ranking referenced in the source.
Eligibility Conditions and Practical Effects
The amendments require a registered investment in productive sectors with paid capital thresholds: USD 1,000,000 within the capital governorate together with 20 Jordanian jobs, or USD 750,000 outside the capital governorate together with 10 Jordanian jobs. The investor is granted residency until actual operation and given a four‑month period to reach the required number of Jordanian employees. Upon meeting the conditions a three‑year temporary passport is issued; citizenship may be granted after three years following verification of compliance, while political rights are excluded during the temporary period.
Administrative Procedures and Procedural Limits
Procedures include completing a specific application form, matching data in the system, security vetting and approvals from the Ministry of Interior, the Council of Ministers and security authorities, payment of legal fees, and issuance/printing and delivery steps. Personal attendance is required, and applicants may need a personal number from the Borders and Residence Directorate for foreigners where applicable. Note that issuance depends on security and political approvals and applications may be subject to vetting periods beyond standard administrative timelines.
Core Documents and Expected Fees
Key documents disclosed include: a recent commercial register, an audited statement of financial position, copies of passports, the passport application form, proof of identity, a birth certificate, two personal photos, and a letter of approval from the Ministry of Interior and the Council of Ministers. Competent authorities may request additional documents depending on the case. Regarding fees, the law specifies amounts for investment passports: an initial issuance fee of JD 25,000 and graduated renewal/replacement fees (for example JD 2,500 for ordinary renewal, JD 6,000 for renewal submitted by a third party), with separate fees applicable for spouses and children as set out in the source; consult the official schedules for full details.
Confidentiality and Legal Limits on Information
Jordanian laws and regulations impose confidentiality obligations on entities handling investor information, prohibiting disclosure to any party inside or outside Jordan even if the investment or passport application is denied. Practically, this means financial data and investment details submitted to authorities are treated confidentially and may only be disclosed on clear legal grounds. Nevertheless, internal security requirements may necessitate information exchange among local competent authorities within the legally prescribed frameworks.
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Frequently asked questions
Scope of the Program and Jordanian Passport Ranking?
The program provides for issuance of a temporary passport to investors who meet specified criteria intended to promote productive projects. In practice, the passport is granted for a three-year term and is subject to limitations regarding political rights. Internationally, the Jordanian passport permits access to about 51 destinations without a prior visa or via visa-on-arrival/e-authorization, reflecting the ranking referenced in the source.
Eligibility Conditions and Practical Effects?
The amendments require a registered investment in productive sectors with paid capital thresholds: USD 1,000,000 within the capital governorate together with 20 Jordanian jobs, or USD 750,000 outside the capital governorate together with 10 Jordanian jobs. The investor is granted residency until actual operation and given a four‑month period to reach the required number of Jordanian employees. Upon meeting the conditions a three‑year temporary passport is issued; citizenship may be granted after three years following verification of compliance, while political rights are excluded during the temporary period.
Administrative Procedures and Procedural Limits?
Procedures include completing a specific application form, matching data in the system, security vetting and approvals from the Ministry of Interior, the Council of Ministers and security authorities, payment of legal fees, and issuance/printing and delivery steps. Personal attendance is required, and applicants may need a personal number from the Borders and Residence Directorate for foreigners where applicable. Note that issuance depends on security and political approvals and applications may be subject to vetting periods beyond standard administrative timelines.
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