How much is a rental deposit in Jordan?
There is no statutory cap or refund rule that we found. A 2026 legal-information blog puts customary deposits at about one to three months' rent, with deductions needing evidence, and expat guides mention about one month. Agree the amount, the refund conditions and the deadline in writing, and keep a receipt and move-in photos.
Sources: Al Abbadi Law Firm: Owners and Tenants Law · Jordan Lawyer: landlord obligations · Expat Exchange: renting in Jordan. Deposit practice is from commercial sources; we found no official one.
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How to protect your deposit
- Receipt
A signed receipt stating the amount and refund conditions. - Inventory and photos
Photograph every room and appliance at move-in and attach an inventory. - Written refund terms
Put the deadline and the allowed deductions in the contract. - Condition at move-out
Do a joint walk-through and photograph again. - Keep records
Keep rent receipts and messages about repairs.
What the law says
No statutory cap
The Owners and Tenants Law has no rule on deposits that we found.Repairs
The landlord delivers the property fit for use and carries out necessary repairs; the tenant bears minor repairs and damage beyond normal use (Civil Code).Disputes
Decided under the contract and the Civil Code in the Magistrates' Court.Our confidence
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How much is a rental deposit in Jordan?
There is no statutory amount that we found. A 2026 legal-information blog says the law sets no cap and customary deposits are about one to three months' rent, and expat guides commonly mention about one month, so agree the figure and put it in the contract. This guide →
Is a rental deposit refundable in Jordan?
It should be, if there is no damage or unpaid rent, but we found no statutory refund rule or deadline. Write the refund conditions and timing into the contract and keep the receipt. Rental contracts →
What can a landlord deduct from the deposit in Jordan?
Only what the contract and the Civil Code allow: the landlord must deliver the property fit for use and carry out necessary repairs, while the tenant bears minor repairs and damage beyond normal use. A blog says deductions need evidence, so photograph the apartment at move-in. Tenant rights →
How do I get my deposit back in Jordan?
Ask in writing, point to the contract terms and your move-in photos and inventory. A dispute is decided under the contract and the Civil Code in the Magistrates' Court. Tenant rights →
Do I get a receipt for a rental deposit?
You should: keep a signed receipt stating the amount, what it is for and the refund conditions. How to rent →
Should I pay a deposit before I see the apartment?
No. Pay only after seeing the apartment and checking the owner and the agent's licence, and get a receipt. Avoiding scams →
Is a deposit different from the first rent payment?
Yes. The deposit secures the landlord against damage or unpaid rent; rent is paid per the contract, usually per year or in a few instalments. Rental contracts →
Do furnished apartments need a bigger deposit?
Landlords may ask for more when they leave furniture; agree the amount and attach an inventory. Furnished vs unfurnished →