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Jordan Citizenship by Investment for American Nationals

Jordan offers citizenship through qualifying investment, with routes such as an interest free bank deposit, government bonds, company shares or a productive project. American nationals can apply as foreign investors. The programme is overseen by the Ministry of Investment.

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Reference
Official authorityMinistry of Investment of Jordan
ProgrammeJordan Citizenship by Investment
For nationalityAmerican
Information current as ofJune 2026
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Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.

Reviewed by the Passports for Kings editorial team. Last reviewed 28 April 2026.

Eligibility for this nationality

American nationals are eligible as foreign investors. The main applicant must be at least 18, hold a clean criminal record, be in good health and have the financial means to make the qualifying investment. A spouse and children can usually be included.

The programme is reported to cap the number of approvals granted each year. Confirm the live eligibility rules, any exclusions and the current annual cap with the Ministry of Investment.

Routes

Reported routes include a zero interest bank deposit or treasury bonds held for a set period, the purchase of shares in Jordanian companies held for a set period, or investment in a productive project that creates jobs for Jordanians. The required amount depends on the route and on whether the project sits inside or outside Amman. Confirm the live list of routes and the current figures with the Ministry of Investment before committing any money.

Timeline

Processing follows verification of the qualifying investment and due diligence on the applicant and family. Confirm current processing times with the Ministry of Investment.

Costs

The figures below are indicative. Confirm the current amounts, holding periods and fees with the Ministry of Investment.

ItemIndicative amountNotes
Interest free bank deposit or treasury bondsFrom USD 1,000,000Held for a set period. Confirm the current figure with the authority
Shares in Jordanian companiesFrom USD 1,500,000Held for a set period. Confirm the current figure with the authority
Investment in a productive projectFrom USD 750,000Outside Amman with local jobs created. A higher figure applies within Amman. Confirm with the authority
Government and processing feesConfirm the current figure with the official authorityFees apply per applicant

Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Ministry of Investment of Jordan publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.

Common questions

Can American citizens apply for Jordan citizenship by investment?

Yes. The programme is open to foreign investors including US nationals who pass due diligence and make a qualifying investment.

Is there a limit on approvals?

The programme is reported to cap the number of citizenship approvals granted each year. Confirm the current annual cap with the Ministry of Investment.

Would I keep my American citizenship?

Whether you can hold both depends on the rules of each country at the time you apply. Confirm your own position with a licensed professional.

Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.

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