Canadians looking to get settle in Jordan

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8 years ago

Hello everyone,

Me and my family are looking to relocate in Amman, Jordan. We're all Canadian citizens. I'd have the following questions, if anyone's kind enough to answer:

1- What are the benefits of obtaining a Jordanian citizenship for foreigners, instead of visa?
2- How as a foreigner, can I get a Jordanian passport ( dual citizenship)?
3- Any recommended jobs for foreigners, such as english tutor?

Everything you know is appreciated. Thanks!

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Primadonna Jordan Expert

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8 years ago

Welcome on board

Question one and two: as a foreigner you can't get the Jordanian citizenship.
The only possibility is when a woman marries a Jordanian she can obtain the Jordan nationality after five years of marriage.

Job for foreigners like English tutor: only those who have the right certifications are able to teach English but you can always give private lessons.

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GuestPoster8520 Guest

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8 years ago

Thanks for your reply. Does this imply you can't get free healthcare and education for children? What are the differences between a citizen and a non-citizen in Jordan?

I guess this is for poor foreigners, as for rich ones, apparently if you keep 7 figures amount inside your bank account, they give you the citizenship right away.

SyncLock New member

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8 years ago

I guess you are right 7 figures do get you a citizenship in Jordan, but this is also the case in most countries in Europe and elsewhere.

The difference between a citizen and non citizen is the same as other countries, health insurance, government jobs, the right to vote etc.

If you find a decent job in Jordan you will get a residency permit which is enough to live here and have most of the services that Jordanians get.

BadHer0 New member

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7 years ago

Yes , investors can get it ...

Omarq New member

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last year

@GuestPoster8520

For a temporary residence, it can be easily obtained through employment. Residency expires with the expiry date of the contract of employment. For a permanent residency, the legal procedure can be either through investement or owning a piece of land. Investment is hefty in Jordan and a little bit complicated. Most expats go for the second option which is owning a cheap piece land or a property. My uncle owns several pieces of cheap lands and he knows how to get a permanent residency without hassles. But the question is that what attracts you to a country with unstable economy like jordan. If I were you I will opt for a country with a more robust economy.