Jordan’s economy is among the smallest in the Middle East, with insufficient supplies of water, oil, and other natural resources underlying the government’s heavy reliance on foreign assistance. 

Jordan is an emerging knowledge economy. The main obstacles to Jordan’s economy are scarce water supplies, complete reliance on oil imports for energy, and regional instability.

Business climate improvement is so crucial now, that Jordan may soon seek the assistance of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) – See more at: http://www.jordantimes.com/news/business/improving-business-climate-may-land-jordan-imf-lap-again#sthash.kQoscWFc.dpuf

The Law provides for several entity forms under which business may be conducted in Jordan

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Jordan.

This site summarizes Doing Business 2016 data for Jordan

The Corporate Tax Rate in Jordan stands at 20 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Jordan averaged 19 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 25 percent in 2007 and a record low of 14 percent in 2010. Corporate Tax Rate in Jordan is reported by the Jordan Tax Service.

The corporate tax rates in Jordan are applied based on the industry/business activities from which the taxpayer generates income. 

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Jordan stands at 20 percent. Personal Income Tax Rate in Jordan averaged 20.92 percent from 2004 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 25 percent in 2005 and a record low of 14 percent in 2011. Personal Income Tax Rate in Jordan is reported by the Jordan Tax Service.

Any income incurred in or from Jordan, for any person, regardless of the place of payment, shall be subject to tax in Jordan.

The Sales Tax Rate in Jordan stands at 16 percent.

Jordan sales rate is 16% for goods and services. VAT is collected here as General Sales tax, under two categories. General sales tax at a rate of 16% is collected for the supply of taxable goods or services and importation of taxable goods or services. Taxes collected at a reduced rate of 4% for specified agricultural products, fruits, meat, vegetables and live animals. Taxes are exempted for the energy-saving products and pharmaceutical industries.

Full detail on passports, visas and entry requirements for Jordan, including types, costs

Comprehensive Information on Jordan Visa Requirements

For the first time in Jordan, you can now benefit from the new uniqueOrange lines offering you benefits and monthly rewards like no other 

183 tips on getting to and getting around Jordan from real travelers and locals.

With the exception of a railway system, Jordan has a developed public and private transportation system. 

Jordan Telecom Group is the sole integrated telecom operator in Jordan, bringing customers totally converged offers of fixed, mobile, internet, wholesale and content services.

See “Labour Legislation” on this site

Labor law in Jordan

Due to the committed stance of the government of Jordan, education in Jordan has reached a new pinnacle of development. 

The role played by a good education system has been significant in the development of Jordan from a predominantly agrarian to an industrialized nation.

Overview of holidays and many observances in Jordan during the year 2016

Jordan Public Holidays 2016 and 2017

Demographic facts and statistics from the CIA

This site is about the demographic features of the population of Jordan, includingpopulation density, ethnicity, education level, health of the populace and economy

Jordan has a hot, dry climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. The climate is influenced by Jordan’s location between the subtropical aridity of the Arabian desert areas and the subtropical humidity of the eastern Mediterranean area. 

With an arid desert climate, the fascinating country of Jordan is generally hot and dry, except during the short winter season between November and February when temperatures drop appreciably and wet weather, even snow, is possible, particularly in the east. 

Latest travel advice from the UK government for Jordan including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health

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Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Jordan. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

List of prices in Amman (Jordan) for food, housing, transportation, going out, and more

Find out how what to wear, how to act, and tip guidelines for dining. Compare Jordan to other countries.

If it’s possible to generalize, the three things that most annoy local people about foreign tourists in Jordan are immodest dress, public displays of affection and lack of social respect.

The Jordan Free Trade Agreement (JOFTA) went into effect on December 17, 2001. Under the agreement virtually all Jordanian goods enter the United States duty free. 

Jordan has an important trade deficit vis-à-vis the EU. However, Jordanian balance in services is positive and since 2009 continues to improve. 

Jordan Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

A complete guide to import product to Jordan

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Find 47,471 traveler reviews, candid photos, and prices for 239hotels in Jordan.

A guide to top attractionsd and experiences in Jordan

TripAdvisor has 113,637 reviews of Jordan Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Jordan resource.