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The 2024 CIA World Factbook lists the conventional long form of the country name as the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the conventional short form as Jordan. The local long form is given as Al Mamlakah al Urduniyah al Hashimiyah, and the local short form as Al Urdun. The former name recorded on the same page is Transjordan. The etymology says the country is named for the Jordan River, which makes up part of Jordan's northwest border. The entry describes the government type as a parliamentary constitutional monarchy and names the capital Amman. Independence is dated 25 May 1946, from a League of Nations mandate under British administration.

The 2021 Declaration Instructions for Cross-Border Cash and Bearer Negotiable Instruments, issued by the National Anti Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing Committee, came into force on 10 May 2021 and repealed the 2017 instructions on cross-border money transfers. Every person arriving in or departing from the Kingdom must give the Customs Department a declaration if the cash or bearer negotiable instruments in that person's possession exceed 10000 Jordanian dinars, or the equivalent in foreign currencies, using the form prepared for this purpose. The foreign-currency amount is calculated from the bulletins issued by the Central Bank of Jordan, and the department may ask for the source and purpose of the funds, including information about whether the declaration is valid. Transportation covered by the instructions includes cash carried by a person or in accompanying luggage or a vehicle, shipments packed in parcels, containers or other means, and cash or bearer instruments sent by mail. The duty applies even when the traveller is not fully qualified, in which case the guardian, trustee or person responsible for the journey answers for the declaration. If no declaration is made, a false declaration is submitted, or there is suspicion of money laundering, a predicate crime or terrorist financing, customs may seize the funds, keep them at the Central Bank of Jordan, and inform the competent public prosecutor within seven working days.

The Public Security Directorate lists annual residence as a service of the Borders and Residence Administration for foreigners who meet the residence conditions, covering all nationalities except nationals of the Gulf countries and Egyptian and Syrian nationals. Applications are accepted at the main centre of that administration and at residence-issuing branches in the governorates, and the applicant must be inside the country, with either the person concerned or a representative present. Required papers named on the page include a copy of the passport, Interior Ministry approval, a guarantor's identity document when the guarantor is a person, a work permit when the residence is for a stated profession, proof of the place of residence, two photographs, and a Ministry of Health medical examination for anyone who has completed 12 years of age. The passport must be valid for at least three months, and a travel document for at least six months. The applicant submits the papers, pays the fee, and receives a residence card and a stamp in the passport. The fee is 30 dinars plus any overstay fines, the service is listed as taking 15 minutes, and a spouse of a Jordanian, a university student or a work-permit holder does not need a new Interior Ministry approval on renewal if the previous residence has not been expired for more than six months.

The Judicial Council states that members of the Public Prosecution are ordinary judges, appointed under the Judicial Independence Law and then transferred to serve in the prosecution. The head of the Public Prosecution is the judge who leads the prosecution before the Court of Cassation, and one or more assistants may be assigned as needed. An attorney general is a judge who heads the prosecution before a Court of Appeal, with assistants, and the work of the public prosecutors and of all judicial-police staff is under that attorney general's supervision. Three attorneys general carry out this role in Amman, Irbid and Ma'an, and the page also names an attorney general for the Major Felonies Court, a tax attorney general and a customs attorney general. A public prosecutor is a judge who performs the prosecution function before the Court of First Instance within a local jurisdiction, and before the Major Felonies Court, and may also be appointed to a magistrate court. That public prosecutor is the head of the judicial police in the assigned area, and the judicial-police staff there are subject to supervision.

The Central Bank of Jordan's Banking Supervision Department, whose executive manager is named as Husien Kofahy, has the main objective of verifying the soundness of banks' financial positions and monitoring them under the laws, regulations, instructions and international standards in force. The department studies requests to license banks and to open branches inside and outside the Kingdom and makes recommendations on those requests. It regulates credit, including the type and cost of credit and credit risk in general, as well as risk that comes from credit concentrations among bank customers. It analyses banks' financial and banking positions and calculates supervisory and financial-strength ratios according to the rules in force and banking norms. It monitors performance and organises and evaluates banks' business on a consolidated basis inside and outside the Kingdom, and it checks the integrity of their financial positions. It also studies related laws, regulations and instructions and recommends updates, and it calculates and follows up fines when banks violate laws, regulations, instructions, circulars or other orders tied to the department's work.

The Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission says that King Abdullah II directed the government to establish an independent anti-corruption commission, and that Jordan ratified the United Nations Convention against Corruption in 2005. The Anti-Corruption Commission Law of 2006 set the commission's objectives, mandate and the acts treated as corruption, and later amendments in 2012 and 2014 added whistleblower protection, powers over corrupt contracts, mutual legal assistance, and coverage of money laundering and illicit enrichment. The Integrity and Anti-Corruption Law of 2016 merged the Anti-Corruption Commission and the Ombudsman Bureau into one independent body, the Jordan Integrity and Anti-Corruption Commission. That law is described as aiming to reject corruption, protect public resources, promote integrity and good governance, and strengthen the rule of law, accountability, transparency, justice and equal opportunity. Amendments at the end of 2019 restated the commission's independence, widened its mandate, strengthened its board, and added monitoring of asset growth for persons covered by the Illicit Gains Law, a larger role in asset recovery, and protection for whistleblowers, witnesses, experts and people closely associated with them. The commission's website also offers electronic services for submitting complaints, grievances and reports of suspected corruption.

The Saudi-Jordanian Investment Fund Company describes itself as a public shareholding company wholly owned by the Saudi Jordanian Investment Company, one of the companies of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. It was established in Amman in 2017 under Jordan Investment Fund Law number 16 of 2016 in order to invest in infrastructure and promising economic sectors in Jordan. The company states a committed capital of 3 billion US dollars. It says it seeks sustainable and economically viable strategic projects across vital sectors, together with a positive economic and social effect that supports development in Jordan. Those aims are described as aligned with the strategic investment directions of the Saudi Public Investment Fund.

The Jordan Red Crescent describes itself as a voluntary, non-governmental humanitarian relief organisation that helps people in need with neutrality and without discrimination, and that works to ease the suffering of vulnerable people and of victims of armed conflict and natural disasters while protecting their dignity, rights, lives and safety. It says it joined the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement after it was established in 1947, that it is a member of the International Federation, and that it is a founding member of the Arab organisation of Red Crescent and Red Cross societies. Its own law is number 3 of 1969, amended in 2009, and the page links that law to support for the official authorities in humanitarian matters, especially article 26 of the First Geneva Convention of 1949 and the principles adopted by the Movement's conferences. The society is an independent legal person based in Amman, and its work covers every governorate of the Kingdom, with King Abdullah II named as honorary president. A president, a deputy and eight executive-committee members are elected by the central general assembly every three years, the general assembly of about 600 members meets once a year, and the executive committee meets every month. Mohammad Mutlaq Al-Hadid is listed as president following the election of 7 May 2017.

The National Center for Security and Crises Management says it rests on King Abdullah II's call for a central platform that would unify and coordinate the authorities dealing with crises at the level of the state. A royal letter to the prime minister in 2005 directed that the center be established, and Prince Ali bin Al Hussein was entrusted with supervising that work. The permanent headquarters was completed in 2013 to international standards, and Bylaw number 20 of 2015 was ratified by royal decree, published in the Official Gazette, and took effect on 1 April 2015. The stated vision is a secure, resilient and enduring national environment, and the stated mission is to manage disaster and crisis risks efficiently by coordinating and unifying available efforts. The core values listed are foresight, collaboration and teamwork, coordination and integration, loyalty and integrity, and professionalism and proactivity. The objective is to harness national capacity and unify the relevant institutions so that preparedness and response to natural and human-caused national crises use as little effort, time, cost and loss as possible.

The Public Security Directorate lists entry-visa issuance as a service of the Borders and Residence Administration for every nationality that needs a visa to enter the Kingdom. The service is offered at all border centres on arrival and through the Ministry of Interior website, and the stated conditions are a passport valid for six months or more and Interior Ministry approval for nationalities that need prior permission. The required document named on the page is the passport. On arrival, a traveller who already holds an electronic visa goes to the visa window at the border centre, or goes straight to the entry-stamp window. The partner institution is the Ministry of Interior, and the page lists the time at the visa window inside the border centre as two minutes. The published fees are 40 dinars for one trip, 60 dinars for two trips, 120 dinars for multiple trips over six months, 200 dinars for multiple trips over one year, 350 dinars for multiple trips over five years, and 110 dinars for the five-year multiple-entry visa issued to American nationals.

The Jordan Gate page of emergency numbers lists the police as 911, the ambulance as 193 and the fire department as 199. It also lists emergency medical services as 199, street lighting as 06-4790000 and the Jordan Electric Power Company as 06-4696000. Family protection and juvenile services are listed as 06-5815826, and the tourist police hotline as +962 79 550 5755. Miyahuna is listed as 06-5679141, and the Queen Alia International Airport information desk as +962 6 445 1730.

British foreign-travel advice for Jordan, marked still current on 7 October 2026 and updated on 10 September 2026, tells people who choose to travel to arrange suitable travel insurance. It says the policy should cover the itinerary, the planned activities and expenses in an emergency. The health section says a traveller should check that Jordan can provide the care that may be needed and should have insurance for local treatment or an unexpected medical evacuation, and it says this matters especially for someone with a health condition or who is pregnant. The same advice gives 911 as the emergency medical number and says to ask for an ambulance. It also says to contact the insurance company quickly if a traveller is referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Petra reported on 25 July 2026 that the National Centre for Security and Crisis Management, with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission and licensed telecommunications operators, had started a series of tests of the national emergency mobile alert system across most governorates. The tests are meant to judge whether the system is ready to warn the public of crises, disasters and other emergencies. The centre asked people not to worry if they receive the test messages. It said the alerts go to mobile phones in both Arabic and English. They are sent with a distinctive warning tone meant to draw attention at once and make sure the messages are noticed.

A Public Security Directorate page says that, on 16 February 2020, a royal decree approved law number 14 of 2020, amending Public Security Law number 38 of 1965, and that the amendment placed the Gendarmerie command and the Civil Defense Directorate under Public Security. The duties set out there include firefighting, rescue and the ambulance cases that result from them, training qualified personnel, educating and training citizens, securing vehicles, equipment and communications, and preparing civil-defense studies. The directorate is also charged with providing, organising and supervising warning means for air raids and disasters, and with checking that public shelters are ready for use. It detects explosives, marks the area, closes it and calls the competent authorities to neutralise and remove them, and it helps detect chemical or radiological leaks together with the bodies that handle the effects. It recommends approval of fuel stations and of liquefied-gas distribution agencies and their warehouses under the set prevention and self-protection conditions. It also sets the preventive measures and self-protection means required for licences to manufacture, store and sell explosives, fireworks, chemicals, hazardous materials and similar goods.

A January 2024 account by constitutional scholar Laith Nasrawin says article 16 of the Jordanian constitution gives Jordanians the right of public assembly within the limits of the law. Public Meetings Law number 7 of 2004, as amended, defines a public meeting as one held to discuss a matter related to the public policy of the state, and the forms named include demonstrations, sit-ins, marches and protest stands. A 2011 amendment made a public meeting depend on written notice to the administrative governor at least 48 hours beforehand, so the administration and law-enforcement officers can arrange to keep order. The written notice must give the names, addresses and signatures of the organisers, the purpose, and the place and time. A public meeting or a march held without that written notice is treated as unlawful. Article 7 gives the administrative governor power to order the meeting broken up or the march dispersed if he considers that the course of either would put lives or property at risk.

On 27 October 2025, Roya reported that the Public Security Directorate, through the Traffic Department, confirmed that using bicycles fitted with mechanical propulsion, such as electric motors, is a clear violation of the law and exposes the user to legal accountability. In an official warning to the public, the Traffic Department said on its official platforms that bicycles equipped with a propulsion force are illegal on the public road. The statement, which was accompanied by pictures of examples, said that using any bicycle fitted with mechanical propulsion on a public road exposes the rider to legal accountability. The pictures show hybrid machines that resemble ordinary bicycles but carry batteries and electric motors, which takes them out of the permitted bicycle classification and places them among motor vehicles that require licensing and special legal procedures before they may be driven on public roads. The report presents the warning as part of the Public Security Directorate's continuing work to regulate traffic, protect public safety, and stop the use of unlicensed vehicles or vehicles that do not meet legal specifications, because they can cause crashes that endanger the rider and other road users.

The Ministry of Justice page on notary services says the service is provided both at the centre and through branches outside the centre. It lists notary departments in all courts of the Kingdom, and notaries at the chambers of commerce in Amman, Irbid and Zarqa. It also lists a notary at the Companies Control Department, a notary at the Jordan Housing Investors Association, and a notary at the Association of Banks. Government service centres in Amman, Al-Muqabalain, Zarqa, Irbid and Karak are named among the places that provide the service. The page gives the ministry centre telephone as 009624603630. It says every notary department provides the service from Sunday to Thursday between 8 and 3, and that the same Sunday-to-Thursday hours, from 8 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon, apply at the notary in the Companies Control Department, the Jordan Housing Investors Association, the Association of Banks, and the chambers of commerce in Irbid and Zarqa.

As of August 2026, a note published by Apostille Corp states that Jordan is not a Contracting Party to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. The same note says Jordan is a member of the Hague Conference on Private International Law, but that it has not adopted the Apostille Convention. Documents issued in the United States and intended for use in Jordan therefore generally follow the non-Hague authentication process. The page adds that the United States Department of State specifically states that a state document for Jordan must first be authenticated by the designated state authority, then by the Department of State, and finally by the Jordanian Embassy in Washington.

A message from the United States Embassy in Amman dated 18 November 2025 says that, effective 1 October 2025, Jordan requires every foreigner or visitor who intends to stay more than two weeks to submit a formal request to the Public Security Directorate, one of its branches, or a local police station before that initial two-week period from the date of entry expires. A person who does not submit the request is personally liable for a fine of 200 Jordanian dinars, payable in cash or credit. The embassy lists exemptions for a Jordan Pass tourist visa bought online before travel, which is valid for 30 days, and for a Hajj visa or a transit visa. Someone who entered on a long-term visa of up to five years or multiple entries issued by the Ministry of Interior must visit the police station within 14 days, and the fine and residence-registration rules apply, because only the Jordan Pass is treated as a tourist visa. The same message says registration requires a copy of the passport information page and the date of last entry, a copy of the rental contract, a copy of the property ownership deed, a copy of the property owner's identification, and a fingerprint at the police station.

The Social Security Corporation general-questions page states that the law applies on a mandatory basis, without discrimination by nationality, to the categories it sets out, once a person has completed 16 years, whatever the length or form of the contract and whatever the nature, name, method of payment or method of calculating the wage, and whether the work is done mainly inside the Kingdom or outside it. Among the groups named on the page are self-employed people, employers, and joint partners working in their own establishments, with coverage from 1 January 2015. A woman worker is treated as insured and covered when she does work for the establishment, receives a wage for that work, and is under the establishment's management, direction and supervision. Any agreement between an employer and a woman worker to leave her outside social security is unlawful, and the employer bears every legal consequence of that agreement, including the interest and the fines set in the law. The monthly wage used to calculate contributions must not fall below the minimum wage under the labour law in force, which the page puts at 290 dinars for now, with special rules for some sectors whose minimum is lower. A request for optional affiliation is made on the corporation website by entering electronic services with the national number and password, or by opening an individual account if none exists, and then going to the services for affiliates.

The Jordan Chamber of Industry says the labour law requires a labour contract to be written in Arabic and prepared in at least two copies, one kept by the worker and one kept by the employer. If the worker does not speak Arabic, a further copy must be given in a language the worker understands. Even where no written contract exists, both the worker and the employer remain legally bound. The worker can prove those rights through all available means, including witness testimony. A written contract serves to make the rights and duties of each party clear.

A Jordan labour-law summary on JESR states that a worker is entitled to annual leave on full pay for fourteen days, unless a longer period is agreed, and that the leave becomes twenty-one days once the worker has completed five continuous years with the same employer. If the worker's service has not reached one year, the worker is entitled to paid leave in proportion to the time worked during that year. The worker may postpone annual leave that was not taken to the following year if the employer agrees, and must use it in the year to which it was postponed. The worker may receive pay in place of unused annual leave if the employment ends before the leave is taken. The worker may not waive the annual leave or any part of it, and any agreement to that effect is void.

WageIndicator's Jordan family-responsibilities page, last updated on 23 April 2026, says the labour law gives a worker paternity leave when a child is born, and that the leave is three paid days. It cites article 66 of the Labour Law of 1996 and the amendments issued in 2010 and 2019. The same page says a woman who works in an establishment employing ten workers or more may take unpaid leave of not more than one year to raise her children, and may return to her job when that leave ends. She loses that right if she works for pay in any other establishment during the leave, a rule the page ties to article 67. It also says each working spouse may, once, take unpaid leave of up to two years to accompany the other spouse if that spouse's work moves to another governorate in Jordan or to a job abroad.

The Social Security Corporation page on unemployment insurance says the insurance applies to all workers in the private sector. The deduction for this insurance is one and a half percent of the wage subject to social security, of which the worker bears one percent and the establishment bears half of one percent. Entitlement requires at least 36 contributions before the date of entitlement, including at least one contribution to unemployment insurance through work in the private sector. The page, written for the insured woman, says she must not have reached the age of 55, and that she must be unemployed when the benefit is paid and in every month for which it is paid. She may draw the unemployment benefit three times during the whole period of her coverage under the social security law. In each of those times the benefit is paid for three months if her contributions number fewer than 180.

The Jordan News report of a Social Security Corporation statement dated 28 April 2025 says an old-age pension requires the insured man to have completed 60 years and the insured woman to have completed 55 years. The insured person must also have at least 180 contributions, equal to 15 years, including at least 84 actual contributions, equal to 7 years. The corporation defines actual contributions as mandatory contributions through a workplace, voluntary contributions, or periods for which unemployment benefits were paid. An insured person who meets these conditions may stop the subscription and apply by signing in to a personal account on the corporation website, its mobile application, or the government application called Sand. From the retirees' services the person selects the old-age pension request, fills in the required information, and submits the application. The corporation also asks the insured person to provide a bank account number, the IBAN, through the channels of the bank to which the pension should be transferred.

The English text of the Election Law for the House of Representatives, law number 4 of 2022, published by the Independent Election Commission, says every Jordanian who has become 18 calendar years of age ninety days before the date set for the elections has the right to elect members of the House of Representatives. The same article suspends the right to vote, while they are on active service, for members of the armed forces and the Arab Army, the General Intelligence Service, the Public Security Department, the Gendarmerie and the Civil Defense, except civil contractors. The right to vote is denied to a person who has been declared bankrupt and has not been legally rehabilitated, and to a person without civil and legal capacity. The Civil Status and Passports Department must not place on the voter lists the names of people whose right to vote is suspended or denied under those rules. A candidate for the House must have been a Jordanian national for at least ten years, must be registered on the final voter lists, and must have completed twenty-five calendar years of age ninety days before polling day.

The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship says personal data is any information related to a natural person that can identify that person directly or indirectly, and it gives a name, a home address, a phone number and an email address as examples. It describes sensitive personal data as data that can identify a person and whose disclosure or misuse could cause harm, including ethnic or racial origin, political opinions and affiliations, religious beliefs, financial information, health and physical, mental or genetic data, biometric data, a criminal record, and any other data the Council decides. The Personal Data Protection Law number 24 of 2023 came into effect on 17 March 2024 and applies to controllers processing personal data even if the data was collected and processed before the law took effect. A twelve-month period is allowed for compliance with the law and its regulations, but that grace period does not cover data collected after the law was enacted or newly established companies, which must comply at once. The law applies to the processing of personal data of citizens and residents inside Jordan. It applies to natural persons and does not cover legal entities such as companies and institutions.

The Petra report of 12 April 2026 says the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply, through its Consumer Protection Directorate, handled 561 complaints in the first quarter of the year, resolved 455 of them, equal to 81 percent, issued 16 warnings and recorded 10 violations under the Consumer Protection Law. The ministry said the number of complaints rose from 258 in the same period of the previous year, and it linked the rise to greater consumer awareness of rights and greater confidence in the directorate's oversight. Electrical goods made up the largest share, with 145 cases, or 26 percent, followed by e-commerce with 111 complaints and furniture with 71. Complaints about warranties and contractual obligations led the subjects, with 239 cases, or 42 percent, and complaints about defective goods and services were close behind at 238 cases. Misleading advertising accounted for 62 complaints, or 11 percent. The ministry added that article 3 of Consumer Protection Law number 7 of 2017 guarantees access to goods and services that meet their intended purpose without harming health or interests, and the right to clear, accurate and comprehensive information on products, services and terms of sale.

The Miyahuna water-complaints page says the company is careful to supply drinking water that meets Jordanian specifications, and that a consumer who doubts the quality can complain through the unified complaints system on telephone 117116. The concerned department answers by sending a team to the site and testing water samples, either with field equipment or by sending samples to the laboratory, within a recorded time that does not exceed 45 minutes. In 2025 the quality directorate handled 197 water-quality complaints in Amman, 6 in Madaba, 65 in Zarqa and 92 in Al-Balqa. After field inspection, most complaints were found not to show a real quality problem, and turbidity was the next category. The page says the time needed to verify pollution or a real problem stayed under 45 minutes, at 27 point 04 minutes in Amman, 25 point 43 minutes in Madaba, 24 point 69 minutes in Zarqa and 33 point 72 minutes in Al-Balqa.

A post by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Jordan on 8 November 2026 says a person with a complaint about a telecommunications service or a postal service should contact the commission through the channels it names. One channel is the complaints submission system on the commission website. Another is the email address assigned to complaints. A third is the dedicated complaints and suggestions number 117000, which works from any landline or mobile phone. The same post is published by the commission's official account, whose note says the commission receives complaints through that free number.

Petra reported on 30 June 2026 that the Ministry of Education announced the school calendar for the academic year 2026 to 2027 for public, private and UNRWA schools in Jordan. Teaching staff begin work on Sunday 16 August, and students start first-semester classes on Sunday 23 August. For grades 4 to 12, first-semester final exams run from Tuesday 15 December 2026 through Monday 4 January 2027, and the winter break runs from Tuesday 5 January through Saturday 23 January 2027. The second semester starts on Sunday 24 January 2027. Second-semester final exams for grade 12 run from Wednesday 5 May to Saturday 29 May 2027, and for grades 4 to 11 from Sunday 30 May to Sunday 20 June 2027. The student summer vacation starts on Monday 21 June 2027, and the ministry put the number of school days across both semesters at 207.

Jeraa News reported that the Cabinet, chaired by Jafar Hassan, approved the bases for school fees charged to non-Jordanian pupils and decided that public schools should collect the actual cost of educating them, on the recommendation of the Minister of Education. The decision exempts pupils in grades one through six, children of Jordanian women married to non-Jordanians, children from the Gaza Strip who live in the Kingdom, and students registered with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. It notes that a person who meets the description of a refugee but is not registered can use the reduced fees if that person registers with the agency. Under the amendment, the cost for each semester for a non-Jordanian pupil outside those exempt groups is 300 dinars, covering every academic secondary track, basic education from grade seven through grade ten, and vocational and technical education, while school education is free for Jordanian pupils. The report estimates about 48 thousand non-Jordanian pupils of various nationalities in public schools, at a yearly cost of more than 38 million dinars, and says the decision covers about 15 thousand of them and would collect 9 million dinars a year.

A University of Hong Kong paper on non-state education says the Secretary General of Jordan's Ministry of Education has been reported as stating that a teacher who gives private tutoring without official approval violates the civil-service regulations. The same account says teachers may provide tutoring in officially approved strengthening centres. It describes a 2014 crackdown in which cultural centres were told to focus on non-academic activities such as sewing and computer use, and in which dozens of centres were closed for violating the ministry's regulations on academic tutoring. To replace that tutoring, the ministry worked with education directorates to open strengthening centres where secondary students could be taught by distinguished teachers. Those teachers were paid 10 dinars an hour by the Ministry of Education.

The University of Jordan student-affairs page on housing rental fees says internal housing at Al-Andalus and Al-Zahraa is paid by the semester: 350 dinars for a single studio, 300 dinars for a double studio, 250 dinars for a double room and 150 dinars for a triple room. International housing at Jerash and Ammon is paid by the month: 300 dinars for a single studio, 200 dinars for a double studio for sisters, 250 dinars for a double studio for roommates and 150 dinars for a triple studio. A refundable deposit is paid when the housing contract is signed, and a consumption charge is deducted from it when the resident leaves. For a single studio the deposit is 305 dinars and the consumption charge is 35 dinars. For a double studio for sisters the deposit is 178 dinars and the consumption charge is 20 dinars.

Saraya reported on 12 October 2026 that Ahmad Al-Masaafeh, director of the education administration at the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development, said the school-feeding project budget had risen to 6 million dinars after an extra 2 million dinars was added to the previous allocation of three million and five hundred thousand dinars. He said the project is carried out with the World Food Programme and the Jordanian Armed Forces and uses two feeding models that together reach more than half a million pupils. The first model distributes biscuits of two kinds, date-filled biscuits produced by the World Food Programme and protein-fortified biscuits from the military bakeries of the Jordanian Armed Forces. Date-filled biscuits are given for 50 days of the school year and the protein-fortified biscuits for 50 days. He said the ministry aims, by 2030, to raise the number of pupils receiving a healthy meal from 100 thousand now to 250 thousand. The report adds that the Cabinet, chaired by Jafar Hassan, approved the national school-feeding programme for the years 2026 to 2030 and charged the ministry with the steps needed to carry it out with the bodies concerned.

In remarks reported by Saraya on 12 October 2026, Ahmad Al-Masaafeh of the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development said inspection visits are also coordinated with the Ministry of Health and the Jordan Food and Drug Administration to check compliance with health requirements, and that violations are corrected and can lead to penalties. He said public schools are in general committed to the requirements that apply to school canteens. He said schools take account of pupils who have a wheat allergy or diabetes, or who have special dietary needs, and that the names of those pupils are known to school administrations. He said the healthy meals in the school-feeding project include options for pupils with a wheat allergy. Canteens were told to provide food that fits the pupils' health needs, because the school knows which cases need special dietary care.

The Aqaba International School fee sheet for 2025 to 2026 lists annual fees of 1200 dinars for nursery, 2610 for pre-school, 2870 for the first and second kindergarten years, 3248 for grades 1 and 2, and 3650 for grades 3 and 4. Grades 5 and 6 are listed at 3816 dinars, grades 7 and 8 at 4216, grades 9 and 10 at 4314, and grades 11 and 12 at 4743. The sheet adds 90 dinars for the grade 5 international checkpoint examination and 135 dinars for the grade 8 checkpoint, both paid with the registration fees, and it says those exam prices may change each year according to British Council announcements. Graduation fees are 150 dinars for grade 12 and 50 dinars for pre-school and the second kindergarten year. A written contract is to be signed between the guardian and the school under Ministry of Education instructions. Sibling discounts are none for the first child, 10 percent for the second, 15 percent for the third and 20 percent for the fourth, and a further 10 percent applies if the full annual fees are paid by 29 May 2025.

The country's official name was changed to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in 1949. Before this change, the nation was known as the Hashemite Kingdom of Transjordan. This designation occurred on 25 May 1946 when the ruling Amir was re-designated as King. The transition toward independence began with the Treaty of London signed in March 1946. Today, the official name reflects this historical evolution of the state.

The state was recognized as independent following the Treaty of London signed in March 1946. On 25 May 1946, Transjordan was raised to the status of a kingdom. The official name became the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in Arabic. Abdullah served as the first king of this newly established kingdom. This transition marked a significant moment in the country's history.

Amman is the capital of Jordan. It also serves as the largest city in the country. Jordan is officially known as the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The nation is located in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. It is bordered by several countries including Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia.

Amman is the capital of Jordan. It also serves as the country's largest city. Furthermore, Amman is the most populous city in the Levant region. This city holds significant importance within the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. It stands as a major urban center for both residents and visitors.

Jordan celebrates its Independence Day on 25 May. This date marks the day in 1946 when the treaty was ratified by the Transjordan parliament. On this day, Transjordan was raised to the status of a kingdom under the name of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. It is recognized as a public holiday in the country. This historical event followed the signing of the Treaty of London on 22 March 1946.

The flag of Jordan represents the state, its sovereignty, its institutions, and its citizens. It consists of horizontal black, white, and green bands connected by a red triangle at the hoist. Inside the red triangle, there is a seven-pointed star. These Pan-Arab colors originate from the flags of the Abbasid, Umayyad, and Rashidun caliphates, while the red comes from the Arab Revolt. The design is based on the flag used during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire.

The national anthem of Jordan is known as The Royal Anthem of Jordan. In Arabic, it is called Al-salam Al-malaki Al-urdoni. This anthem was adopted as the official anthem of the kingdom in 1946. It was written by Abdelmunim al-Rifai, who was a Palestinian-Lebanese poet and former Prime Minister. The anthem represents the happiness of the Jordanian people for achieving independence. It also expresses their pride in the Hashemite family and its Arab lineage.

The coat of arms of Jordan is the arms of dominion for the king of Jordan. It was initially adopted by Abdullah I in 1921 and continued to be used after the country became an independent kingdom. The emblem features the Royal Hashemite Crown, which represents the monarchy and includes elements like five lotus flowers denoting purity. The crown rests on a crimson velvet mantle lined with white silk that signifies sacrifice and purity. Additionally, the emblem includes two flags representing the flag of the Great Arab Revolt.

If you are trying to call Jordan from another country, you will need to use the correct international calling code. The specific calling code for this country is +962. This code allows you to connect your call to numbers within the nation. Please ensure you include this prefix when dialing from abroad. Using the correct code is essential for successful international communication.

When traveling in Jordan, it is important to know the local traffic rules. The driving side in the country is the right. Drivers should stay mindful of this while navigating the roads. This information is essential for both visitors and residents. Following these rules ensures safety for everyone on the road.

The official language of Jordan is Modern Standard Arabic, which is a literary language taught in schools. Most Jordanians natively speak a non-standard dialect known as Jordanian Arabic. While English does not have official status, it is widely spoken throughout the country. It serves as the de facto language for banking and commerce. Additionally, English has co-official status in the education sector where almost all university classes are held in this language.

The national flower of Jordan is the Black iris. This flower can be found all across the country, particularly in the Karak Governorate. It blooms during the spring season with dark black petals. The Black iris serves as a national symbol of change, renewal, and growth. It is a significant botanical representative of the nation.

The national animal of Jordan is the Arabian oryx. This animal is a medium-sized antelope that features a distinct shoulder hump, long straight horns, and a tufted tail. It is a bovid and represents the smallest member of the oryx genus. These animals are native to the steppe and desert areas of the Arabian Peninsula. A breeding program at the Shaumari Wildlife Reserve helped successfully return the oryx to its native environment.

The official currency of Jordan is the Jordanian dinar, which is also known by the code JOD. It has been the country's currency since 1950. Each dinar is divided into 100 qirsh, which are also called piastres. The currency is also divided into 10 dirham and 1000 fulus. While fils are effectively obsolete, monetary amounts are still written to three decimal places to represent them. The dinar is pegged to the US dollar.

The currency of Jordan is the Jordanian dinar. Its official currency code is JOD. You may also see it represented by the symbol د.أ or the unofficial abbreviation JD. The dinar has been the official currency of the kingdom since 1950. It is currently pegged to the US dollar.

Jordan transitioned from being Transjordan under a British mandate to gaining full independence in 1946. The country was known as the Hashemite Kingdom of Transjordan before changing its name to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. A formal Constitution of Jordan was established in 1952. This period followed the assassination of King Abdullah I in 1951. The monarchy continued with Talal being proclaimed king after his father.

The Constitution of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was adopted on 1 January 1952. It revised the previous Constitution of 1947 to expand legislative powers and add checks to the executive power of the cabinet. This document defines a system of hereditary monarchic rule paired with a parliamentary system of representation. It stipulates the separation of state power into three branches: the executive, the legislative, and the judicial. Additionally, the Constitution outlines the rights and duties of the citizenry along with legal protocols and taxation procedures.

During the early 1990s, Hussein served as the leader of Jordan. He gained significant popularity across the political spectrum due to his stance during the 1990 Gulf War and his moves towards democratization in 1989. Hussein was tasked by the United States to form a joint Palestinian-Jordanian delegation for the Madrid Peace Conference. He also worked to gather support for a peace settlement through a National Congress. His leadership involved navigating complex relationships with the United States and managing domestic political opposition.

The Prime Minister in Jordan is an appointee of the King. During the early stages of protests in 2011, demonstrators demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Samir Rifai. These protesters were concerned about economic policies, rising prices, inflation, and unemployment. Various groups, including the Muslim Brotherhood and trade unions, called for the dismissal of the Prime Minister and his government. While the protests targeted the government and economic conditions, they did not directly challenge the King.

The Parliament of Jordan is known in Arabic as Majlis Al-Umma. It serves as a bicameral legislature established by the 1952 Constitution. The system consists of two separate houses called the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate is known as Majlis Al-Aayan, while the House of Representatives is called Majlis Al-Nuwaab. Members of both houses serve for four-year terms.

Jordan has maintained a significant presence within the United Nations through various diplomatic roles. One notable figure, Zeid, served as Jordan's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN from 1996 to 2000 and later as the Permanent Representative. He was even nominated by Jordan as a candidate for the position of United Nations Secretary-General in 2006. Additionally, Jordanian representatives have held leadership positions such as the president of the United Nations Security Council. These roles demonstrate the country's active engagement in international governance and peacekeeping efforts.

Jordan is located within the Levant, a region where migrations out of Africa converged. The Port of Aqaba serves as a significant maritime point because its location is between four countries and three continents. This specific positioning makes the port an exclusive gateway for the local market. Additionally, the country's historical environment included wetlands that helped preserve ancient remains. These geographical features have shaped the region's history from the Paleolithic period to the present.

The population of Amman has seen significant growth throughout its history. In 1879, the population was recorded at 150 people. By 1890, this number grew to 1,000, and it reached approximately 2,000 by 1909. Following 1947, when the population was 33,110, the numbers increased more rapidly. By 1966, the population had reached 330,000, and it was approximately 598,000 by 1974. Estimates show the population reached 812,500 by 1985.

In a context of rapid population growth, the density of researchers per million inhabitants is a telling indicator of progress. Jordan had a density of 1,197 researchers per million inhabitants in 2015. This figure was higher in 2008, when the density was 1,913 researchers per million inhabitants. During that time, the total head count of researchers was 11,310. These statistics are provided by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics.

You can receive a free, one-month ASEZA visa if you arrive at Aqaba by land, sea, or air. This visa allows for free travel throughout Jordan without any tax for crossing into the rest of the country. However, if you enter through the Aqaba Free zone with this free visa but leave via a different border crossing, you must pay 40 JD for a visa. You can also obtain this free visa at almost all other crossings by stating you are going to Aqaba. If you do this, you must arrive in Aqaba within a maximum of 48 hours to get the necessary stamp.

South Korean citizens can obtain a visa on arrival or an e-Visa for a maximum stay of 2 months. To qualify, you must hold a permanent residence permit issued by South Korea that is valid for at least 4 months. You are also required to have a non-refundable return or circle trip ticket. Additionally, you must possess a visa issued by any Schengen Area member state or the United States. This visa must be valid for at least 6 months and accompanied by non-refundable return or circle trip tickets.

You can receive a free, one-month ASEZA visa if you arrive at Aqaba by land, sea, or air. This visa allows for free travel throughout the entire country without any tax for crossing into the rest of Jordan. However, if you enter through Aqaba with this free visa but leave via a different border crossing, you must pay 40 JD. You can also obtain this free visa at most other crossings by stating you are going to Aqaba. If you use this method, you must arrive in Aqaba within 48 hours to get a required stamp. Please note that the King Hussein Bridge does not offer this visa on arrival.

You can receive a free, one-month ASEZA visa if you arrive at Aqaba by land, sea, or air. This visa allows for free travel throughout the entire country without any tax for crossing into the rest of Jordan. However, if you enter through Aqaba with this free visa but leave via a different border crossing, you must pay 40 JD. You can also obtain this free visa at almost all other crossings except the King Hussein Bridge by stating you are going to Aqaba. If you use this method, you must arrive in Aqaba within 48 hours to get the necessary stamp.

Citizens of most countries and territories have the option to obtain an electronic visa. You may also choose to get a visa on arrival for 40 JOD which is valid for 90 days. Please note that a visa on arrival is not issued at the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge border crossing. Visitors using this specific border crossing should apply for an electronic visa, a sticker visa, or a Jordan Pass in advance. This ensures you can enter the country without issues at that location.

A visa run involves leaving a country for a short period and returning to reset the clock on a stay. Immigration authorities often frown upon this practice because it may suggest a person intends to reside permanently or work without authorization. Engaging in such activities is prohibited and typically requires a proper immigrant visa or a work visa. Immigration officers may deny re-entry to visitors suspected of these activities, especially if they perform repeated visa runs. However, leaving and returning can sometimes be necessary to activate a newly issued work visa so a person can legally work.

Individuals traveling to Jordan for medical treatment may be accompanied by a maximum of four first-degree family members. Minors are allowed to accompany the traveler in addition to the four family members mentioned. To qualify for a visa on arrival, the traveler must possess a return or onward ticket and a medical report from a Jordanian hospital. If the number of accompanying family members exceeds the specified limit, airlines are required to obtain OK to Board approval from immigration.

Overstaying the period of authorized stay granted by immigration officers is considered illegal immigration. This situation is viewed as being out of status, even if the visa validity period has not yet expired. An offender may face fines, prosecution, deportation, or being blacklisted from entering the country again. Additionally, undertaking activities not authorized by your entry status can also lead to deportation. It is important to follow the specific terms of your stay to avoid these legal issues.

Jordan requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months on arrival. This rule applies in the absence of specific bilateral agreements. Many other countries follow different validity length policies for their citizens. Some nations only require a passport to be valid throughout the intended stay. You should check your specific requirements before traveling.

Some visitors attempt to extend their stay through a practice known as a visa run. This involves leaving the country for a short period and returning to get a new entry stamp to reset the clock on their permitted stay. However, immigration authorities often frown upon this practice as it may suggest an intent to reside or work illegally. Officers may deny re-entry to those suspected of engaging in these prohibited activities, especially if they have performed repeated visa runs. Some countries also implement specific limits to prevent visitors from resetting their stay through these methods.

A visa run occurs when a visitor leaves a country for a short period to return and get a new entry stamp to extend their stay. This practice is often used to reset the clock on the permitted length of stay. However, immigration authorities may frown upon this because it can suggest a person intends to reside or work permanently without the proper visa. Officers may deny re-entry to visitors suspected of these prohibited activities, especially if they have performed repeated visa runs. Some countries also implement specific limits to combat this practice by restricting how much time a visitor can spend in the country.

Certain travelers are eligible for a visa on arrival depending on their specific circumstances. For example, females of all ages or males outside the 15 to 50 age range traveling for medical treatment may qualify if they provide a medical report and a return ticket. Holders of residence permits from specific regions like the GCC, Schengen Area, Australia, Canada, or South Korea may also receive a visa for up to two months. These individuals must ensure their residence permits are valid for at least four months and possess non-refundable return tickets. Additionally, specific rules apply to citizens of Iraq and Morocco regarding business cards or prior approvals. Please ensure all necessary documentation is prepared before your arrival.

Jordan has established approximately 13 qualifying industrial zones throughout the country. These specific zones provide duty-free access to the United States market. The manufacturing sector has grown largely due to the United States–Jordan Free Trade Agreement ratified in 2001. Most products produced in these zones are light industrial goods, especially ready-made garments. These zones accounted for nearly US$1.1 billion in exports by 2004.

You can obtain a visa on arrival or an e-Visa for a maximum stay of two months if you hold a permanent residence permit from specific regions. These include GCC member states, Schengen Area member states, Australia, Canada, Cyprus, Ireland, Japan, or South Korea. You may also qualify if you possess a US Green Card or a visa issued by the United States or a Schengen Area member state. Your residence permit must be valid for at least four months to meet this requirement. Additionally, you must possess non-refundable return or circle trip tickets for your travel.

Citizens of Nepal who are emigrating to the United States on an H-1B visa must present a specific document. This document is an exit permit issued by the Nepali Ministry of Labour. It is officially called a work permit. This document needs to be presented to Nepali immigration in order to leave Nepal. This process ensures that the traveler meets the necessary requirements for departure.

A departure fee of 10 JD applies when exiting Jordan by land or sea if you have stayed in the country for two nights or less. There is no tax required if your stay in the country is longer than two nights. At the Aqaba/Eilat border crossing, the border police will not provide an exit stamp without this tax being paid first if it is applicable. Please note that this specific fee is separate from visa costs. You should be aware of these requirements when planning your exit from the country.

The Hauran region has historically served as a significant point of transit between Syria and Jordan. In the period following Syria's independence from France in 1946, the area was considered a busy and prosperous region. It functioned as a major source of grain for the country during that time. The region also facilitated trade where Bedouin would exchange wool and butter for other commodities. However, its economic role changed following World War II and the creation of international borders.

When using the King Hussein Allenby Bridge, you must obtain your visa beforehand as visa on-arrival is not offered. This specific crossing does not allow entry or exit for holders of Israeli passports because it connects directly to the West Bank. Other options include the Sheikh Hussein Bridge from Northern Israel and the Eilat Aqaba crossing from Southern Israel. For the latter, travelers must pay an Israeli departure tax and a processing fee. You can reach these crossings via various bus routes or taxis depending on your starting location.

The Constitution of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan outlines the rights and duties of the citizenry. It also provides for legal protocols and taxation procedures along with other constitutional regulations. This document defines a system of hereditary monarchic rule paired with a parliamentary system of representation. Furthermore, it stipulates the separation of state power into executive, legislative, and judicial branches. These branches consist of the King and cabinet, a bicameral legislature, and various courts.

The latest elections were held under new electoral and political parties laws following constitutional amendments. These changes included lowering the candidacy age from 30 to 25 and introducing a mixed electoral system. The system features a proportional representation model where voters cast one vote for local open lists and another for national political party closed lists. In the recent results, the Islamic Action Front saw significant gains by winning 31 seats. This outcome marked the strongest showing for Islamist parties in parliamentary elections since 1989.

The Jordanian Democratic Popular Unity Party, commonly known as Wihda, is a political party formed in 1990. The party focuses on implementing a socialist Jordan and securing Palestinian independence. They often critique the lack of political reform in Jordan and boycotted the 2010 and 2013 elections. Their goals include strengthening labor unions, preventing government corruption, and expanding social services. Additionally, they aim to establish national democratic rule and promote equality between men and women.

The current King of Jordan is King Abdullah. He recognizes Israel as a vital regional ally. Promoting peace between Israel and the Palestinian Authority is a major priority for him. He supports United States efforts to mediate a final settlement. This settlement should be based on the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative.

Kabariti was appointed as Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, and Minister of Defense in 1996 by the late King Hussein bin Talal. This appointment gave him an unusually powerful combination of roles within the state. He was tasked with conducting a comprehensive overhaul of the state apparatus and promoting awareness among young people. While he spoke of strengthening democracy and fighting corruption, his government focused heavily on regime change in Iraq. His relationship with parliament eventually deteriorated due to opposition to his economic and foreign policy reforms.

The Cabinet has decided to disrupt all institutions and official departments, except for vital sectors determined by the Prime Minister. The government has disabled the private sector, with the exception of the entire health sector and other vital areas. Movement between governorates is prevented, and gatherings of more than 10 people are prohibited. To control the situation, the government has stopped the printing of paper newspapers and suspended mass transportation. However, pharmacies, bakeries, and food, drug, water, fuel, and electricity supply chains will remain operational. Additionally, malls and commercial centers are closed, allowing only supply centers and pharmacies to open within them.

Jordan operates under a bicameral parliamentary system. The upper house is the Senate, also known as the House of Notables, which consists of 65 members appointed by the king. The lower house is the House of Representatives, or Chamber of Deputies, which contains 130 members elected by universal suffrage. Within the House of Representatives, 15 seats are reserved for women and 12 are reserved for Christian, Chechen, and Circassian candidates. Members of the lower house serve four-year terms. The monarchy also holds the right to dissolve and reconvene the parliament.

Jordan is a constitutional monarchy where the king serves as the monarchical head of state. The king is vested with more executive and legislative power than is typically seen in other constitutional monarchs. One of his specific powers includes the appointment of certain officials and bodies. Specifically, the king appoints the members of the Constitutional Court. He also holds the authority to appoint the prime minister and the members of the Senate.

The problem of corruption in Jordan is spread throughout the political, economic, and administrative scenes. This issue stands in the way of investment and development within the country. The Ma’an movement has stated that they will seek to tackle this problem. They aim to guarantee the financial and administrative independence of official monitoring services. Additionally, they want to enable civil society to fight corruption by establishing transparency in both public and private sectors. Their goals also include improving laws that foster accountability and institutionalizing the role of the parliament.

While the Jordanian constitution provides for freedom of speech and the press, the government does not fully respect these rights in practice. Laws allow for up to three years of imprisonment for insulting the king, slandering the government, or offending religious beliefs. The media faces direct and indirect censorship, including the monitoring of printing presses and the editing of offensive articles. Journalists also report pressure from security officials and the threat of heavy fines for defamation. Consequently, many journalists practice self-censorship to avoid detention or legal penalties.

While the Jordanian constitution provides for freedom of speech and the press, the government does not fully respect these rights in practice. The law allows for up to three years of imprisonment for insulting the king, slandering the government, or offending religious beliefs. Authorities monitor and censor printing presses and edit articles deemed offensive before they can be printed. Additionally, the government enforces bans on certain books for religious, moral, and political reasons. Journalists often face the threat of detention or heavy fines, which frequently leads to self-censorship.

The Jordanian military has actively used its air defense systems to intercept missiles launched from Iran. During various incidents, the Jordanian Armed Forces reported shooting down multiple missiles targeting areas such as the Azraq area and the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base. These defense efforts have aimed to protect military infrastructure and airspace from ballistic missile strikes. According to official statements, these interceptions have resulted in no reported casualties or material damage. The military continues to monitor and defend against attempts to target facilities like the Prince Hassan Air Base.

The historical security landscape in Jordan was significantly impacted by guerrilla attacks from Fatah against Israel. This tension led to a major battle in Karameh on 21 March 1968 when Israeli Defense Forces entered Jordan. The conflict resulted in casualties for both the PLO and Jordanian soldiers. Following this battle, the PLO moved its bases further into the mountains to avoid vulnerability. These events also caused friction between the Jordanian civilian population and Palestinian militants.

Jordan signed a mutual defense pact with Egypt in May 1967. Along with Syria, Egypt, and Iraq, the country participated in the Six-Day War of June 1967 against Israel. This conflict resulted in Israel taking control of the West Bank and East Jerusalem. These events also led to a major influx of Palestinian refugees into Jordan. The refugee population grew significantly following these historical developments.

Certain countries like Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, and Yemen do not allow entry to people with passport stamps from Israel. This restriction also applies to those with used or unused Israeli visas. Entry or exit stamps from neighboring border posts in transit countries like Jordan and Egypt can also serve as evidence of travel to Israel. To help circumvent this boycott, Israeli immigration services have mostly ceased stamping foreign nationals' passports. Since January 2013, Israel has not stamped foreign passports at Ben Gurion Airport, though stamps may still occur at Erez.

The Central Bank of Jordan is responsible for the release and distribution of the Jordanian currency. It maintains a national reserve consisting of gold and foreign currencies. The bank also works to maintain and insure the safety of the banking environment within the country. Its primary objectives include maintaining monetary stability and ensuring the convertibility of the Jordanian Dinar. Additionally, the bank aims to promote the sustained growth of the national economy.

There is no tax for leaving the Aqaba Economic Zone and crossing into the rest of the country. You may encounter road checkpoints when leaving the ASEZA area, but these are not a concern for foreigners. Usually, the control is either waived for tourists or is minimally done. If you are driving, you may simply need to show your passport, driving license, and car registration. You should also be prepared to open your trunk during these checks.

Visas can be granted on arrival or through a prior application at an embassy or consulate. Some travelers may also use private visa service specialists who are authorized to represent international travelers. These private agencies collect an additional fee to verify applications and submit them to the appropriate authority. If no embassy exists in your home country, you may need to travel to a third country or apply by post. The specific visa requirements depend on your citizenship, the duration of your stay, and your intended activities. The issuing authority, such as the foreign ministry, may request various documents including proof of sufficient funds.

You can find official information through the Jordan Tourism Board. Their official website is visitjordan.com. This resource provides details on various experiences and attractions across the country. You can explore different cities such as Amman, Petra, and the Dead Sea. The site also offers information regarding hotels, tours, and local customs.

Jordan University Hospital is a public teaching and research hospital located in Amman. It offers a comprehensive range of medical services across numerous specialties, including advanced procedures like bone marrow transplants and cochlear implants. The hospital serves as a major center for medical education and research by providing clinical training for medical, nursing, and allied health students. It also supports postgraduate specialist training for healthcare professionals. Additionally, the facility was the first in the Arab region to achieve accreditation from the Joint Commission International.

The provided information does not state who the current Minister of Labour is. It mentions that Yousef Shamali previously held the labour portfolio alongside the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply. This occurred following a cabinet reshuffle on 27 October 2022. Prior to that, Steitieh served as the Minister of Labour starting in October 2021. Therefore, the text does not identify the person currently in charge of the ministry.

Jordan receives various forms of international assistance to support its environmentalism. According to the Planning Law, the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation is the institution that first receives foreign financial assistance. This aid includes budgetary support for projects, donor-managed grants, soft loans, and technical assistance. For example, the United States provides budgetary support for eco-tourism, while Germany has granted funds for renewable energy. Additionally, organizations like the World Bank provide soft loans, and technical assistance is offered through reports and training programs.

The insurance market in Jordan faces several significant challenges for consumers. One major issue is a lack of consumer understanding regarding various insurance products. Additionally, consumers must deal with region-wide price increases. The sector is currently considered underdeveloped despite its potential. These factors combined create a complex environment for those seeking coverage.

Jordan operates under a parliamentary monarchy where the lower house is elected by universal suffrage. This House of Representatives consists of 130 members who serve four-year terms. Within this house, specific seats are reserved for women as well as Christian, Chechen, and Circassian candidates. The electoral system has historically used a one-person, one-vote version of the single non-transferable voting system. This specific system was formulated to favor tribal and narrow interest groups over political or ideological platforms.

The Constitution dictates that matters concerning the personal status of Muslims fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of Shari'a courts. These courts apply Shari'a law following the guidelines of the Hanafi school of Islamic jurisprudence. Personal status matters include religion, marriage, divorce, child custody, and inheritance. For non-Muslims whose religion is recognized by the Government, these matters are handled by Tribunals of Religious Communities. There is no provision for civil marriage or divorce within the legal system.

Jordan has both private and public universities. Many of these institutions are supported by the government of Jordan and their respective provinces. The country has a fairly large number of universities for its size. In addition to these degree-granting universities, there are 50 community colleges in Jordan. These institutions are spread across the twelve governorates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Jordan offers a fairly large number of universities for its size, including both private and public institutions. Many of these universities are supported by the government of Jordan and their respective provinces. In addition to these universities, there are 50 community colleges located throughout the country. The educational institutions are spread across twelve different governorates. This diverse academic landscape provides various options for students seeking higher education.

Most of the territory in Jordan is classified as desert with hot and dry summers. Winters can be cold in some areas, while the Jordan Valley experiences mild winters and very hot summers. Climate change is causing temperatures to increase and is likely to lead to a decrease in total annual precipitation. These changes are accompanied by droughts, extreme temperatures, landslides, and floods. Additionally, water resources in the country are already scarce and face further challenges due to these impacts.

Drinking water quality in Jordan is governed by the Jordan Institution for Standards and Metrology's Standard 286 of 2008. This standard is based on the World Health Organization drinking water guidelines. The national standards were modified in 2001 and 2008 following a major pollution outbreak in Amman in 1998. These changes introduced stricter quality controls to prevent future contamination. A study in 2005 showed that potable water sources complied with national physiochemical standards. Additionally, chlorine residual levels in many household tanks have been found to comply with WHO recommendations.

The majority of patent applications in Jordan are submitted by non-residents. This specific pattern is also observed throughout the Arab world. Meanwhile, the number of patent applications submitted by Jordanian residents remained stable between 2010 and 2012. This information is based on data regarding patent applications in Arab states. It provides insight into the filing trends within the country.

Ali Ghandour played a significant role in the development of Jordan's aviation history. After seeking refuge in Jordan, he met with King Hussein to discuss his future plans. The King encouraged him to stay in the country to establish a new national airline. Ghandour presented a feasibility study for this project which the King approved. This initiative was officially backed by a Royal decree in 1963.

If you are looking to pursue maritime studies in Jordan, you can attend the Jordan Academy for Maritime Studies. The country offers various educational opportunities through both public and private universities. Many of these institutions are supported by the government and their respective provinces. Jordan also features a large number of universities and fifty community colleges across its twelve governorates. This diverse academic landscape provides several options for students interested in specialized fields.

Jordan's electric grid is affected by a dependency on international aid to manage environmental issues. The country has struggled with a budgetary deficit and a failing taxation system that makes it difficult to collect necessary revenues. This situation led to an electricity crisis because there was insufficient foreign aid in the form of grants and soft loans. Without enough assistance, the government could not adequately subsidize both the renewable and non-renewable electric grid. Consequently, the management of energy resources remains tied to the country's ability to secure foreign support.

Rail transport in Jordan is limited and plays a minor role in the country's transportation system. The Hejaz Jordan Railway currently operates on a limited scale, primarily offering infrequent passenger and heritage services. While the railway has historical significance, it has a minimal impact on domestic mobility compared to dominant road transport. Freight operations, such as the former phosphate line to Aqaba, have also largely declined. Although proposals for a modern national railway system have been put forward, the current network remains small.

The Jordan Post Office is located near the Royal Tank Museum in the Al-Muqabalain area of eastern Amman. This landmark is situated adjacent to the museum building. The museum itself sits at the intersection of Al-Sakhra Al-Musharrafah Street and Jamal Badran Street. Other nearby landmarks include Jordan Media City and the Jordan Radio and Television Corporation. This area is approximately 5 kilometers south of the city center.

The provided information does not contain specific details about a Chamber of Commerce located in Jordan. It mentions that Houssam Nasrawin delivered speeches at the Franco-Arab Chamber of Commerce in Paris in June 2017. Nasrawin is a French-Jordanian entrepreneur who founded the Arab Business Leaders organization to support entrepreneurship in the Middle East. He also serves as the CEO of Gulf Development Company. There is no data regarding the functions or contact details of a Jordanian chamber of commerce.

The Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) is a private institution based in Amman that functions as an exchange for trading securities. Established in March 1999, it became a state-owned company in February 2017. The exchange is governed by a seven-member board of directors and a chief executive officer who manages day-to-day responsibilities. Its members consist of 68 brokerage firms located in Jordan. The ASE is committed to principles of fairness, transparency, efficiency, and liquidity to protect investor rights. It also works closely with the Jordan Securities Commission JSC to ensure market compliance and surveillance.

Jordan has seen significant success in sports such as basketball and taekwondo. The Jordanian Premier Basketball League is the main club competition, featuring prestigious clubs like Orthodox and Al-Ahli. In taekwondo, Ahmad Abughaush made history by winning Jordan's first Olympic medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics. Following his victory, the Jordan Olympic Committee awarded him 100,000 JD. Other notable athletes include Saleh El-Sharabaty and Zaid Kareem, who earned Olympic silver medals at the 2020 and 2024 Summer Olympics.

The Jordanian school curriculum includes social studies, such as history and geography, to foster an understanding of national identity. Arabic language and literature are central to the curriculum to reflect the country's cultural heritage. Mastering the national language is considered a key part of the educational structure. These subjects are designed to provide students with a sense of global awareness and national pride. The Ministry of Education generally standardizes the materials used for these subjects to ensure consistency.

The Jordan Academy of Arabic is one of ten academies in the world that regulate Arabic language and literature. It is considered one of the top global references for both Arabic language and literature. The academy produces many dictionaries and other various publications. Its main publication is a biannual journal titled The Journal of Jordan Academy of Arabic. This institution plays a significant role in maintaining linguistic standards.

Research has been conducted on textbooks used by Palestinians to evaluate changes in educational content. Professor Nathan Brown reviewed these materials to see how they evolved after the Oslo agreements. He found that new Palestinian Authority textbooks removed anti-Semitism that was present in older versions. While these books present history from a Palestinian perspective, they do not seek to erase or delegitimize Israel. The new materials are considered a tremendous improvement from a humanitarian view.

The rise in Syrian refugees following the uprising against the Syrian government has placed a significant strain on Jordan's resources. As a small and aid-dependent country, Jordan faces challenges regarding water, agriculture, and infrastructure such as sanitation and energy. The country is one of the ten driest in the world, so the influx has exacerbated existing water scarcity issues. While some refugees live in camps like Za’atari and Al-Azraq, the majority are interspersed throughout cities like Amman and Irbid. This distribution increases pressure on local services and can lead to rising tensions between refugees and their Jordanian hosts.

Jordanian border guards are actively working to prevent illegal activities along the country's borders. In 2026, the Jordanian army reported foiling 231 infiltration and smuggling attempts. These efforts have resulted in the seizure of approximately 11 million Captagon pills, 14kg of other narcotics, and 1,670 palms of hashish. Recent reports show that guards continue to catch individuals attempting to infiltrate the northern border. Additionally, Operation Jordanian Deterrence was launched to target weapons and drug traders along the northern border.

The municipal council in Amman was formed in 1909. At that time, the population of the area was approximately 2,000 people. This historical milestone occurred during a period when the Hejaz Railway was already in operation. The city has since grown significantly from its early administrative beginnings. Amman eventually became the capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in 1946.

Historically, the Balqa region was largely dominated by local Bedouin tribes rather than formal municipal offices. Salt served as the most developed commercial center and a significant town in Transjordan during this period. In the late 1860s, administrative changes were introduced through the imperial Tanzimat reforms. During this time, Salt was established as a district center encompassing the Balqa. An elected administrative council composed of the town's elite was also created to assist with local governance.

Torture is illegal in Jordan, but it remains a widespread issue. Intelligence agents frequently use tactics such as beating, sleep deprivation, and physical suspension to extract confessions. While Jordan has implemented some prison reforms in partnership with the EU, agents at the General Intelligence Department often remain immune to punishment. The UN Committee against Torture has expressed concerns regarding the failure to investigate and prosecute these allegations. This includes reports of routine ill-treatment within the General Intelligence Department and Criminal Investigations Department detention.

Health services in Jordan are considered some of the best in the region. The healthcare system is divided between public and private institutions. For example, Jordan Hospital is a major private general specialty hospital with international accreditation. While Arabic is the official language, English is widely spoken throughout the country. It serves as the de facto language of commerce and is used in the education sector. This makes communicating in medical or business settings relatively easy.

The Jordanian government announced a lockdown on 17 March following reports of an infected patient attending a wedding in Irbid. This measure was later turned into a strict lockdown. Before this, the government had already suspended schools and banned public gatherings. They also closed the borders and airports in response to the rapid spread of the virus. These actions were taken to manage the arrival of the coronavirus in the country.

Nationwide protests have erupted across Jordan in response to rising fuel prices and costs of basic goods. Demonstrators have blocked roads, burned tires, and smashed traffic lights in several cities. There have been calls for a general strike following these demonstrations. Additionally, teachers have gone on strike and other unions have announced a two-hour work stoppage. These protests have involved various groups, including tribal members and first-time protesters.

If you are an immigrant in a non-EU or non-EFTA country, you must contact the embassy of your own country of citizenship. You should not contact the embassy of the country you are currently visiting for this purpose. An exception exists if there is no embassy of your home country present in the country. In that specific case, citizens of an EU country have the right to seek consular protection from any other EU embassy located there.

Historically, the CIA provided the King with detailed reports regarding potential security threats. In December 1995, a report warned of a Syrian plot to assassinate the King and his brother Hassan. A month later, another report warned Jordan of Iraqi plots to attack Western targets within the country. These plots were intended to undermine Jordan's security due to its support for the Iraqi opposition. Such warnings were part of the complex political landscape following the peace treaty with Israel.

A visa run occurs when a visitor leaves a country for a short period to return and get a new entry stamp to extend their stay. This is often done with a passport that allows entry without a visa to reset the clock on the permitted length of stay. However, immigration authorities often frown upon this practice because it may suggest a desire to reside or work permanently. Immigration officers may deny re-entry to visitors suspected of these prohibited activities, especially if they have performed repeated visa runs. In some specific cases, leaving and returning may be necessary to activate a newly issued work visa.

The Social Security Corporation (SSC) is the primary government agency responsible for administering social insurance in Jordan. It covers a large percentage of the formal labor force through various programs. These services include providing pensions, disability, and survivor benefits. Additionally, the corporation offers work injury coverage, unemployment support, and maternity leave. This agency ensures essential welfare for many workers across the country.

A state of emergency was declared in 1967 which led to the suspension of Parliament and the implementation of martial law. During this period, the rights of citizens to form and join political parties were also suspended. These emergency measures remained in place for several years. The state of emergency was eventually repealed in 1989. This historical period marked a significant time in Jordan's political development.

During the 1950s, Jordan experienced a period known as Jordan's Experiment with Liberalism. The newly written constitution guaranteed freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of association. This era also included the firmly established freedom of religion doctrine. Consequently, Jordan was considered to have one of the freest and most liberal societies in the Middle East and the greater Arab world during the 1950s and early 1960s.

Jordan operates within the Asia/Amman time zone. The country utilizes UTC+02:00 and UTC+03:00. This information helps travelers understand the local time when planning their visits. Knowing the specific time zone is useful for coordinating schedules. Please note that the provided reference does not contain specific time difference details regarding Korea.

Jordan has implemented a mixed electoral system following constitutional amendments and new laws. This system allows each voter to cast two votes, with one vote for open lists in 18 local districts and another for a closed list for political parties in the national district. The House of Representatives consists of 138 seats, where 97 are for local district representatives and 41 are for the national district. There are also specific quotas for women and Christian, Circassian, and Chechen minorities. Additionally, the candidacy age has been lowered from 30 to 25 years old.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is the government department in Jordan. This department focuses on the provision or regulation of institutions of higher education. It is one of many similar ministries found in various countries around the world. In Jordan, this specific ministry is responsible for higher education and scientific research. This structure helps manage the academic landscape within the country.

Jordan is listed with the time zones UTC+02:00 and UTC+03:00, and with the zone name Asia/Amman. An outline of the country gives the time zone as UTC+02 and summer time as UTC+03. The capital is Amman, Arabic is the official language, and the currency is the Jordanian dinar. Jordan is an Arab country located in the Northern Hemisphere, the Eastern Hemisphere, Southwest Asia, the Middle East, and the Levant. The ISO code is JO, the calling code is +962, and one listed internet domain is .jo.

Jordan's 2024 general election was the first held after constitutional amendments and new electoral and political-party laws recommended by the Royal Committee to Modernize the Political System. Those changes lowered the candidacy age from 30 to 25 and gave each voter two votes, one for open lists in 18 local districts and one for a closed party list in the national district. The House of Representatives has 138 seats, of which 97 are for local districts and 41 are for the national district, with 12 quota places for Christian, Circassian, and Chechen minorities and 18 seats for a women's quota. There were 5,080,858 registered voters, and polling stations were open from 07:00 to 19:00. The Islamic Action Front won 31 seats, the strongest showing for an Islamist party since 1989, but not enough for a majority.

Jordan's judiciary is described as independent from the other two branches of government. The constitution provides for three categories of courts: regular courts, religious courts, and special courts. Regular courts handle civil and criminal cases at the first level in First Instance or Conciliation Courts, at the second level in Appeals Courts, and at the top in the Cassation Court, which is the highest judicial authority in the kingdom. Religious courts are of two kinds: Sharia courts, which enforce the provisions of Islamic law and civil status, and tribunals of other religious communities that Jordan officially recognizes. The king appoints all judges by decree and may also dismiss them, and court judgments are issued in the king's name.

The modern literary movement in Jordan began in the 20th century during the Al-Nahda cultural renaissance, with Khalil Beidas, a pioneer of the modern Levantine short story and novel, and Mohammad Subhi Abu Ghanimeh. In the 1930s, the Palestinian writer Mahmoud Seif ed-Din al-Irani published short stories while working for the Jordanian Ministry of Culture, and those stories were described as having a once-upon-a-time resonance and a pronounced folklorishness. The 1950s brought experimentation in Jordanian short stories after political and social upheaval, and in the 1960s writers such as Mahmoud Shukair and Jamal Abu Hamdan rebuilt the short story with symbolism, allegory, and abstraction. Under Amin Shinnar, the publication The New Horizon supported that experimentation and public awareness from 1961 to 1965. Stories of the 1970s, affected by the defeat in the 1967 war with Israel and by internal upheavals, focused more on the local and personal, while many stories of the 1980s and 1990s examined regional conflicts and included work by women such as Basma El-Nsour, Magdalene Abu El-Rub, and Manal Hamdi.