The concept of transfer means that the ownership of the property moves from the current owner to another person by agreement between the two parties and a documented contract between them.
And the fees are the amount paid in exchange for this transfer.
The official law states that the buyer is the one who pays the transfer fees since the property ownership is transferred to them. However, both parties (seller - buyer) can agree to share the property transfer costs.
But there are exceptions for paying transfer fees in special cases, such as:
Gifts between first-degree relatives: exempted from most fees or significantly reduced.
Discharge among heirs: fees in discharge are very low, and the person receiving the transfer is the one who pays.
Transfer by inheritance: almost fully exempted from fees.
The types of property transfer vary between ascendants, descendants, and non-relatives as follows:
Sale: sale between ascendants, sale between descendants, sale between partners, sale between partners.
Gift.
Transfer by inheritance.
Discharge.
Will.
Partition between partners.
Ownership consolidation.
Division.
Right of decision by judgment.
New registration.
Property transfer fees differ depending on the type of transfer and the transaction. The transfer fees amount to 6% of the administrative value of the property according to the value and type of the property, as follows:
| Transaction – Type of Transfer | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Sale between ascendants and descendants | 0.5% up to the third degree among relatives for each buyer – 20 dinars minimum |
| Sale between partners | 0.5% of the appraised value if the sale is between partners on one or more plots – 20 dinars minimum |
| Sale | 3% of the appraised value for each buyer – 20 dinars minimum |
| Gift between ascendants and descendants | 0.5% of the appraised value of the gifted property between ascendants and descendants up to the third degree, or between spouses or between brothers and sisters – 20 dinars maximum |
| Gift | 3% of the appraised value for each recipient – 20 dinars minimum |
| Will | 3% for each beneficiary – 20 dinars minimum |
| Transfer by inheritance including obligatory will | 0.002% – 20 dinars minimum |
| Discharge | 0.5% of the value of the shares discharged upon registration of the discharge document |
| Partition between partners | 0.003% of the value of each separated plot from the original ones, provided that no partner receives an increase in their original shares |
| Partition between partners (with increase) | 1% if a partner gains more than their original shares, calculated from the value of that increase |
| Consolidation partition | 0.003% of the appraised value of the lands being partitioned, regardless of number of plots and lands |
| Partition for sale | 0.003% of the appraised value of the lands being partitioned |
| Right of decision by judgment | 5% for each person awarded – 30 dinars minimum |
| New registration | 4% for each registration applicant – 20 dinars minimum |
The variation in transfer fee rates raises many questions among citizens. Here are the reasons according to the Department of Lands and Survey:
The nature of the relationship between buyer and seller: ascendants, descendants, partners, or strangers — this is one of the main reasons for variation.
The difference in the administrative value from one property to another, influenced by many factors.
The difference in the type of transaction and its required procedures.
The difference in transfer fees for apartments depends on whether the seller is a housing company or an individual.
The demand for apartments in Jordan is the highest compared to other types of properties, as real estate investors take into account the needs of different social groups based on nature of work, income level, and proximity to business hubs.
Today, apartments vary in size, specifications, and price, so transfer fees differ based on the following:
When buying apartments from housing companies:
The first 150 square meters of the apartment area are completely exempt from fees (0%).
Ownership transfer fee: 3% on the area exceeding 150 square meters, calculated on the administrative value.
If the buyer is purchasing an apartment for the first time, the transfer fee becomes 1.5% instead of 3%.
When buying apartments between individuals:
The first 150 square meters of the apartment area are subject to a 3% ownership transfer fee.
6% ownership transfer fee on the area exceeding 150 square meters.
If the buyer is purchasing for the first time, the ownership transfer fee is 4.5% of the administrative price.
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How are shares in a property calculated?
They are calculated as follows:
Area in square meters = (Total area × Partner’s shares) ÷ Total shares
Note: the total area is the area registered in the title deed.
How are due fees paid in the Department of Lands and Survey?
The Department of Lands and Survey provides an electronic payment mechanism through obtaining a payment order or an electronic payment number, allowing payment via:
eFAWATEERKOM service
E-wallet
Electronic banking app
Bank branches near the directorate
How are registration transaction fees calculated?
By calculating the percentage of the administrative value of the property.
What are the cases that do not allow fee refunds?
Registration deed fees
Revenue stamps
Property classifier
How much are registration record issuance fees?
3 dinars for each detailed registration record, as follows:
2 dinars for each plot, whether settled or unsettled.
2 dinars for each contract organized in the registration department or during settlement.
Transfer fees are among the most important issues that concern citizens, but the most important thing is that every individual should be aware of all the details related to property transfer fees.
That’s why Homes Jordan focused on this topic and covered it through its blog, preparing its team to answer all questions and inquiries about it.
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