🇯🇴 Jordan · Employer-sponsored work

Work Permits for Non-Jordanian Workers with Specialized Skills — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Medical examRequired

Costs

Application / consular fee€2,838

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Documents

  • Approvals and licenses from relevant regulatory authorities
  • Valid passport of the non-Jordanian worker
  • Copy of worker’s CV or employer confirmation letter of required expertise
  • Official recommendation letter from relevant authorities if necessary
  • Medical examination result (fit and valid, recorded in expatriate labor system)

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://mol.gov.jo/ebv4.0/root_storage/en/eb_list_page/the_principles_for_issuing_work_permits_for_non-jordanian_workers_with_specialized_skills_for_the_year_2024.pdf.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to 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.

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