🇯🇴 Jordan · Employer-sponsored work
Work Permits for Non-Jordanian Workers — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €430 |
| Minimum annual salary | JOD 4,200 |
| Proof of savings | €1,230 |
| Minimum investment | €6,148 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €516 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mol.gov.jo/EBV4.0/Root_Storage/EN/EB_Info_Page/Comprehensive_Guide_for_issuing_work_permits_26-4-2026.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~7 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €430.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The Comprehensive Guide of Principles for Issuing Work Permits For Non-Jordanian Workers ... Regulation of Work Permit Fees for Non-Jordanians — the guide regulates work-permit fees and sector quotas, not a minimum salary the employer must pay”
“Guide covers work-permit issuance/fees/quotas; silent on permanent residence”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.