Work Visa
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Work Visa

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

30-60 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Up to 3 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Temporary work visa for foreign nationals employed in Jordan. Initial visa valid for up to 3 months, with residence permit extensions available for longer-term employment.

Work visas are for foreigners seeking employment in Jordan. The process requires employer sponsorship and registration with the Ministry of Labor. Initial visa is valid for 3 months, during which workers must apply for work residence permit.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

76,515 AUD

per year

Professional

Experience

1+ years

Language

English

Intermediate

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Job offer letter

From registered Jordanian employer with details of position

Educational certificates

Copies of degrees and professional qualifications

Medical examination report

From approved medical facility in Jordan

Passport photos

Recent color photos

Criminal record certificate

From country of residence

Health insurance

Valid for duration of employment

Sponsor Documents

Employer registration documents

Business registration and tax ID

Labour contract

Signed employment agreement with employee

Work permit application

Submitted through Ministry of Labor

Company financial documents

Proof of business stability

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Advantages

  • Pathway to residency
  • Can sponsor dependents
  • Residence permits valid for multiple years
  • Renewable arrangements

Considerations

  • Requires employer sponsorship
  • Processing time required
  • Medical examinations mandatory
  • Tied to specific employer
  • Complex application process

Application Process

1

Secure employment

Obtain job offer from registered Jordanian employer

2

Employer applies for approval

Employer registers with Ministry of Labor and applies for worker approval

3

Obtain work visa

Apply at Jordanian embassy in home country with job offer and approval letter

4

Enter Jordan

Travel to Jordan with work visa

5

Apply for work residence permit

Within one month of arrival, apply for work residence permit at Ministry of Interior

6

Obtain medical examination

Complete health checks at approved medical facility

7

Receive residence permit

Work residence permit issued for 1-3 years

Application Forms

Work Residence Permit Application

Work Visa Application Form

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