Living and Working in Jordan

Working and living in Jordan with the InterNations Expat Guide

Are you preparing for living and working in Jordan? Or are you already an expat and have recently relocated to Amman, Irbid or some other international Jordanian city?

The expat relocation to Jordan is definitely an exciting international opportunity and cross-cultural adventure: Visiting the landscape such as the short coastline at the Gulf of Aqaba, getting to know how Jordanian folks celebrate Eid al-Jolous, or acquiring a taste for Jordan’s popular dishes like mansaf…

Of course, InterNations is active far beyond Jordan. Please feel free to explore our expatriate guide on working in Argentina or live in Germany.

Reliable Information about living and working in Jordan

Relocating to and living in Jordan necessitates lots of reliable information on different facets of Jordanian expat life. Many questions come up when living overseas in Jordan: ʺAre we, as expats, liable to Jordanian income tax law?ʺ, ʺHow can I meet some students or young professionals for an English-Arabic language tandem?ʺ, ʺHow to find a trustworthy maid in Amman?ʺ, or ʺWhat are the requirements to get a Jordanian residence permit for my wife?ʺ

Looking for so much information on working and living in Jordan is rather bothersome and requires a lot of time. The InterNations Expat Guide for Jordan is designed to help you and offers trusted information on all issues of interest to expats living in Jordan. Various topics are covered in our Jordan Expat Guide from expat institutions and clubs, to sports & leisure or education and children, up to local organisations & companies. Such characteristic questions that concern expat life abroad as ʺHow do I plan an excursion to Hammamat Ma'in hot springs?ʺ will no more remain open.

Are you curious about expatriate living outside Jordan? Then read more about our various expat guides, such as living in Denmark or living in Israel!

From international attorneys to language schools –
Advice on living and working in Jordan

In addition, our expat listings for Jordan include recommended entries for services and organizations catering to expatriates’ needs, like international attorneys or language schools. By becoming part of our community, you can also participate in the InterNations Forum and discuss with other internationals about your expatriate experience living abroad in Jordan. We’ll be delighted to greet you with a warm As-salām 'alaykum among our InterNations members living and working in Jordan.