Amman, Oct. 12 (Petra) – The Ministry of Interior released on Monday
its key performance indicators on foreign affairs and investment for
the period spanning January 1 through October 1, 2026.

During the nine-month period, the ministry processed 207,173 visa
applications of various types, including entry permits for tourism,
business visits, medical treatment, study, work, transit, investment,
and return permits.

Additionally, 56,734 applications were registered for annual
residency permits covering employment, investment, bank deposits,
study, and family reunification.

The ministry’s investment pathway saw notable participation, with 100
foreign investors granted Jordanian citizenship under national
investment incentives.

The ministry also processed tourist approvals for 154,815 Syrian
nationals entering through the Jaber Border Crossing for temporary
stays. This total included 144,247 arrivals directly from Syria and
10,568 holding European or American travel documents.

On the regulatory and enforcement front, the ministry issued
deportation orders for 17,138 foreign nationals found in violation of
Jordanian labor and residency laws during the same time-frame.

The Ministry of Interior continues to enhance its digital portal
(https://eservices.moi.gov.jo/) to facilitate visa issuing and
residency renewals.

Officials stated that service digitization remains central to
simplifying administrative processes for foreign nationals while
fostering a favorable environment for foreign direct investment.

//Petra// HA