Citizenship for investment program in Jordan
The Kingdom, located in the northern part of the Arabian Peninsula, which plays an active role in the UN and is a member of the World Trade Organization, remains one of the few politically stable territories in the Middle East. As such, it attracts wealthy citizens from neighboring states who want to apply for a second passport.
Previously, foreigners could obtain Jordanian residency for investments in its economy from $1.5 million. However, in September 2021, the government lowered the minimum investment threshold to $750,000 to attract more investors and entrepreneurs. The migration service issues 500 passports each year.
The entire family of the principal applicant can request citizenship, including his or her spouse, unmarried, widowed, or divorced daughters, minor sons, and dependent parents.
The state has no special unit or official website for issuing passports in exchange for investments, so applicants should carefully check sources of information about the application process, the list of required documentation, the conditions for participation in the program, and other nuances.
What documents are required to obtain Jordanian citizenship
The standard list of documents includes:
- A valid passport of the applicant's country;
- A copy of the birth certificate;
- Marriage certificate;
- Certificate of absence of criminal record;
- Proof of source of funds (bank statements, income tax returns, or business documents);
- Investment documents;
- Bank statements;
- Passport-sized photographs;
- Completed application forms;
- Receipts for payment of fees;
- Power of attorney (if the applicant uses the services of a representative or agent to assist with processing).
Visa-free entry to 50+ countries with Jordanian passport
After obtaining citizenship by investment in Jordan, foreigners will be able to visit more than 50 countries on a visa-free basis or with the option of a visa on arrival/eTA (electronic travel authorization).
The passport opens visa-free access to:
- Turkey;
- Dominica;
- Egypt;
- Malaysia;
- Seychelles.
Investor costs in Jordan are from $750,000 upwards
Passport costs can start from $750,000, $1 million, or $1.5 million depending on the investment asset the program participant chooses. They will be accompanied by a fee for a lawyer to take care of consultation, document preparation and filing, as well as administrative fees for processing applications, background checks, and other services related to the citizenship process. Fees for translation of documents and notary services must also be considered.
Countries whose citizens can obtain citizenship in Jordan
Citizens of Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Canada, and the UK can obtain a passport in the kingdom. The list of eligible nationalities is long. There are also states with limited access. These include Afghanistan, Sudan, and Libya. The full list can be found on the official website of the Ministry of Interior.
