PurgatoryMiddle East
Jordan
10%effective individual rate
No capital gains tax but income tax up to 25%. Crypto regulation under development. Growing fintech sector.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax0%
Income Tax on CryptoUp to 25%
Corporate Tax20%
VAT on Crypto16%
Activity Taxes
Staking
Income tax
Mining
Income tax
DeFi
Not addressed
NFTs
Not addressed
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
No CGT
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
Central Bank of Jordan
Residency Requirement
Various visa options
Reporting Requirements
Annual tax return
Citizenship & Residency Path
Investor residency; citizenship very difficult
Notable Conditions
- →No CGT
- →Income tax up to 25%
- →Regulatory framework developing
- →Growing fintech
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Moderate
Banking Access
Good
Quality of Life
Moderate
Lifestyle Scores
Safety7/10
Healthcare6/10
Institutions6/10
Business Ease6/10
Int'l Schooling6/10
Privacy5/10