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.
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.
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.
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.
Processing follows verification of the qualifying investment and due diligence on the applicant and family. Confirm current processing times with the Ministry of Investment.
The figures below are indicative. Confirm the current amounts, holding periods and fees with the Ministry of Investment.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Interest free bank deposit or treasury bonds | From USD 1,000,000 | Held for a set period. Confirm the current figure with the authority |
| Shares in Jordanian companies | From USD 1,500,000 | Held for a set period. Confirm the current figure with the authority |
| Investment in a productive project | From USD 750,000 | Outside Amman with local jobs created. A higher figure applies within Amman. Confirm with the authority |
| Government and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Fees 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.
Yes. The programme is open to foreign investors including US nationals who pass due diligence and make a qualifying investment.
The programme is reported to cap the number of citizenship approvals granted each year. Confirm the current annual cap with the Ministry of Investment.
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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