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Jordanian Naturalisation (Jordanian Citizenship)

Acquisition of Jordanian nationality through long-term residence or, for foreign wives of Jordanian men, through marriage, under the 1954 Nationality Law.

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Residence periods (e.g. ~15 years non-Arab / shorter for Arabs) and marriage-duration rules derive from the 1954 Nationality Law; verify current thresholds and discretion with the Ministry of Interior before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Jordan government website before you apply.
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Official name
Naturalisation under Nationality Law No. 6 of 1954
Route type
Citizenship by residence / marriage
Residence period
Long-term legal residence (reported as around 15 years for non-Arabs, shorter for Arab nationals)
Figures from the Nationality Law; verify current practice with the Ministry of Interior.

Who it is for

  • Long-term legal residents meeting the qualifying residence period
  • Foreign wives of Jordanian men (marriage-based route)

Key conditions

  • Meet the applicable residence or marriage-duration requirement
  • Good character / clean criminal record
  • Naturalised citizens are barred from certain political/public offices for a period after naturalisation

How to apply

  • Establish and maintain the required period of legal residence (or marriage)
  • Apply to the Ministry of Interior with supporting documents
  • Decision rests with the authorities under the Nationality Law

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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