Rates and rules come from Department of Lands and Survey (DLS) notices, Cabinet decisions and law-firm summaries compiled on 11 October 2026; article numbers come from legislation-database mirrors, not the Official Gazette. Confirm with DLS or a Jordanian lawyer before you commit. Not included: lawyer, translation, notary and valuation charges, and any permit costs. Calculations are in JD.
How much does it cost to buy property in Jordan on top of the price?
For a JD 150,000, 130 m² apartment, about JD 5,750 (3.8% of the price): a 3% sale tax of JD 4,500, no registration fee under the 150 m² exemption, and your half of the agent commission (up to JD 2,500 in total). Rates change, so confirm with DLS.
Sources: DLS notices, Cabinet decisions and law-firm summaries (compiled 11 Oct 2026); see our methodology.
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Who can buy, in short
Non-Jordanians may buy only with the approval of the Interior Minister under Article 133 of the Real Estate Ownership Law (as amended, in force from 17 September 2023). Reciprocity applies except for Arab nationals, border, archaeological and historical areas are barred, and the permit is personal and non-transferable. Spouses and minor children count as one person.
An amending law, No. 17 of 2026, was published in the Official Gazette in September 2026 and is reported to take effect about 30 days later, around 10 to 12 October 2026. It lets non-Jordanians own or lease a private residence outside urban planning zones, up to 10 dunums, by decision of the Finance Minister on the DLS Director's recommendation. Read the foreigners guide and the ownership limits guide for the detail, and confirm with DLS.
Where each rate comes from
| Item | Rate used | Source in our research |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | Nil up to 150 m² for apartments and stand-alone homes; 1.5% on the excess; 3% on other property | DLS notice of 31 Mar 2022 (exemption up to 150 m²) and Cabinet decision of 12 Nov 2024 (a further 50% cut on the excess) |
| Property sale tax | 3% of assessed value | DLS notice of 31 Mar 2022 (cut from 4%) |
| Agent commission | Up to 2% to JD 100,000, 1% above, capped at JD 10,000 | Real Estate Offices regulation, article 10, as shown in a legislation mirror |
| Building and land tax | 10% of net annual rental value (rent less one fifth) | 1954 Building and Land Tax Law; a 2025 reform bill was withdrawn |
A 2025 commercial fee table in our research gave different transaction rates, so rates for your case may differ. Check with DLS before relying on these.
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How much are property purchase fees in Jordan?
In this model, for a JD 150,000 apartment of 130 m² (under the 150 m² exemption), the registration fee is nil, the property sale tax is JD 4,500 (3%) and the agent commission is up to JD 2,500 in total, so about JD 5,750 (3.8% of the price) if you pay all of the tax and split the commission. Registration fees guide →
Do foreigners pay different fees?
The rates we found are published for sales generally, and the foreign buyer's difference is the approval step. We have not found a separate fee table for foreign buyers, so confirm with DLS. Can foreigners buy? →
Why are fees charged on the DLS value?
Fees are charged on the DLS administrative or estimated value of the property, not the contract price. DLS provides online look-ups for land and apartments. Due diligence checklist →
Is there an annual property tax?
Yes, the building and land tax (musaqafat). The statute rate is 10% of the net annual rental value, which is rent less one fifth. A valuation-based reform bill was withdrawn in 2025, so the old basis still applies as far as we found. Property tax guide →
What is the maximum agent commission on a sale?
Under the regulation we reviewed, up to 2% of the price for properties up to JD 100,000 and up to 1% on the amount above, capped at JD 10,000, shared by the parties or paid by either. Registration fees guide →
Can I buy without a lawyer?
A sale must be registered at DLS and, for foreigners, permitted in advance. Many buyers use a lawyer for due diligence and any power of attorney, but we do not give legal advice. Due diligence checklist →