Jordan
JORJordan is a stable constitutional monarchy in the Middle East, strategically located between Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Syria. The country offers a relatively low cost of living, a well-educated English-speaking workforce, and serves as a regional hub for international organisations. Jordan operates a citizenship by investment programme requiring a minimum investment of $750,000 USD.
Passport Rank
#82
Visa-Free
57
destinations
Country Details
- Capital
- Amman
- Currency
- Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Population
- 11,500,000
- Tax System
- Residence Based
- Dual Citizenship
- Not allowed
- Naturalisation
- 15 years
- Schengen / EU
- No
- Climate
- Desert / Mediterranean
- English Proficiency Rank
- #45
Indices
Cost of Living
43
Safety
62
Healthcare
63
Quality of Life
135
Tax Summary
- Tax System
- Residence Based
- Territorial Taxation
- No — worldwide income taxed for residents
- Naturalisation
- 15 years of legal residency
- Dual Citizenship
- Not allowed
Cost of Living by City
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| City | Rent 1BR centre | Rent outside | Groceries | Utilities | Transit pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amman | $700 | $450 | $280 | $90 | $35 |
| Aqaba | $480 | $300 | $250 | $85 | $25 |
Monthly USD figures. Typical central 1-bedroom rent, grocery basket for one, household utilities, monthly transit pass.
Climate
Amman
Rainfall range: 0–65 mm/month · Daylight 10h (winter) to 14h (summer)
Aqaba
Rainfall range: 0–5 mm/month · Daylight 10h (winter) to 14h (summer)
Naturalisation Details
- Residence Years
- 4
- Language Test
- No
- Civic Test
- No
- Oath Required
- Yes
- Dual Allowed
- Yes
- Fee
- $200
- Processing
- ~18 months
Real Estate
- Avg price/sqm (capital)
- $1,700
- Transaction taxes
- 4%
Foreign buyers: Foreign nationals may purchase property in Jordan with restrictions — non-Arabs may own property for residential or investment purposes subject to Council of Ministers approval. Amman prime areas JOD 850-1,750/sqm ($1,200-2,500/sqm). Abdoun, Sweifieh and Abdali districts command premiums. Transfer tax 4% (shared buyer/seller). Aqaba Special Economic Zone allows easier foreign ownership. Repatriation of sale proceeds generally permitted.
International Schools
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| School | City | Curriculum | Tuition (USD/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Community School Amman | Amman | US + IB | $14,000–$26,000 |
Daily Life Logistics
Internet
50 Mbps median
45% fibre coverage
eSIM: Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, Umniah
Driving
IDP required
Local licence required after 12 months
Exchange eligible: Drives on the RIGHT. IDP valid for 1 year for foreign visitors. Bilateral exchange agreements with select countries (GCC states, some European nations) allow direct licence conversion. Most expatriates must pass a Jordanian driving test at the Traffic Department.
Pet Relocation
Quarantine: none
Rabies titre required
EU pet passport: not accepted
Safety
GPI Rank
#79
Global Peace Index ranking (lower is safer)
Common Risks
- ⚠"special price" carpet and handicraft shops targeting tourists in Petra and Wadi Rum
- ⚠overcharging taxi drivers at Queen Alia Airport — negotiate fares before boarding or use metered cabs
- ⚠counterfeit Dead Sea mineral products sold at inflated prices
- ⚠unregistered tour guides at Petra demanding commissions
Examples of areas to avoid: East Amman near the bus station late at night, Border area towns without specific purpose, Areas near Zarqa industrial zone after dark
LGBTQ+ Legal Status
- Same-Sex Marriage
- Not legal
- Civil Partnerships
- Not recognised
- Anti-Discrimination Law
- No
- ILGA Rank
- #85
Religious Life
- Halal Food
- Widely available
- Kosher Food
- Limited
- Prayer Facilities
- Common
Sample Citizenship Test Questions
Q1. What is the name of the ancient city carved in rose-red rock that is Jordan's most famous archaeological site?
Answer: Petra
Source: Ministry of Interior — Jordanian Citizenship
Q2. The Jordan River flows into which body of water?
Answer: Dead Sea
Source: Ministry of Interior — Jordanian Citizenship