Jordan•AsiaFamily Dependent Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residency visa for spouses and dependent children of work permit holders or residency permit holders in Jordan. Sponsored by primary permit holder.
Family dependents (spouse and minor children) of work permit or residence permit holders can obtain residency permits in Jordan. Dependents cannot work on dependent visas and are not permitted to establish independent employment without their own work permits.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Each dependent must have own passport
Marriage certificate
For spouse (certified translation if not in English/Arabic)
Birth certificates
For dependent children (certified translation)
Medical examination report
From approved medical facility in Jordan
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence for adults
OptionalProof of relationship
Additional documents confirming family relationship
OptionalSponsor Documents
Valid work or residence permit
Sponsor's current valid permit
Employment letter
Confirmation of current employment
Financial documentation
Proof of ability to support dependents
Accommodation proof
Housing rental contract or ownership certificate
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Advantages
- Allows family reunification
- Straightforward application with employer support
- Renewable as long as sponsor employed
- Medical facilities available
Considerations
- Cannot work on dependent permit
- Annual renewal required
- Tied to sponsor's status
- Must undergo medical examination
- Limited to spouse and minor children
Application Process
Sponsor obtains valid permits
Primary resident must have valid work or residence permit
Gather family documents
Obtain passports, marriage/birth certificates, medical records
Submit dependent application
Sponsor submits dependent residency permit application at Ministry of Interior
Process application
Application reviewed and processed (2-4 weeks)
Medical examination
Dependents undergo medical screening at approved facilities
Receive residence permit
Residence permit (Iqama) issued to each dependent
Application Forms
Dependent Residence Permit Application
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