Incentives in Amman
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Jordan is the only non-GCC Arab country with a long-term, credible USD peg. The Aqaba SEZ offers one of the region's lowest tax rates. Amman is becoming the Levant's default hub for development finance, Syria reconstruction advisory, and Iraq-adjacent operations.
JOD/USD Peg (since 1995)Zero FX riskindicative
Aqaba Special Economic Zone5% flat taxindicative
Financial Services Tax20%indicative
Bank Tax35%indicative
| Double Tax Treaties | 55+ treaties |
|---|---|
| Investment Law | Investment Environment Law (2022) — streamlined foreign investment licensing |
| Jordan Response Plan | Donor-backed programme creating advisory and infrastructure investment opportunities |
| Corporate Income Tax | 20% standard (approx 21% incl national contribution); 35% banks Source: Deloitte Jordan Highlights |
| Personal Income Tax | Progressive up to 30% Source: Trading Economics / Jordan Tax Service |
| VAT | 16%; 0% for exports and Aqaba SEZ Source: PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries |
| Recent Tax Developments | No foreign exchange controls. The Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) and designated development areas are zero-rated for GST. Source: Deloitte Jordan Highlights |