Amendments to real estate ownership transfer laws in Jordan occur from time to time, with the real estate market activity being the most influential factor on these laws, especially concerning assignment fees. On the other hand, protecting the rights of owners is another important factor affecting these amendments.
In this article, we will shed light on the main points of the new real estate ownership transfer law in Jordan, which are:
● Real estate ownership in Jordan
● Conditions for transferring real estate ownership in Jordan
● Procedures for transferring real estate ownership in Jordan
● Assignment fees
● Types of real estate ownership in Jordan
● Most frequently asked questions about real estate ownership transfer laws
● Articles of interest about real estate ownership in Jordan
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It is the primary legislation governing real estate matters in Jordan and aims to regulate ownership rights, protect real estate security, and simplify legal procedures for citizens and investors.
Regarding real estate ownership, there are conditions that must be fulfilled according to the Land and Survey Department. In the 2025 real estate ownership transfer law in Jordan, the following conditions must be met before transferring property ownership from the current owner to the new owner:
● At least two years must have passed since the property was allocated by the Public Corporation for Housing and Urban Development, except in special cases such as properties sold at the minimum or public auction; this is the required time period.
● Settling all financial obligations before starting the property transfer procedures and ensuring the property is free from any financial dues imposed by the competent authorities such as taxes, fees, and levies.
● Ensuring the property is free from legal issues or regulatory violations that may hinder or delay the ownership transfer procedures.
● Obtaining a clearance certificate from the relevant authorities proving that the property has no debts or financial obligations.
Attention must be paid to the following procedures, especially regarding the required documents and proofs to complete the property ownership transfer without facing obstacles.
1- Preparing the Required Documents
● Property registration deed (Qoushan).
● Land plan.
● Regulatory site plan.
● Civil ID of the seller and buyer.
● Providing the original property ownership contract.
● Issuing a clearance certificate from taxes and fees.
● Obtaining approval from financing authorities if the property is mortgaged.
● Issuing an authorized power of attorney if there is a legal agent.
2- Submitting the Ownership Transfer Request
After verifying the completion of the required documents, an official request for property ownership transfer is submitted to the competent authority according to the type and ownership of the property, which is the Land and Survey Department.
3- Reviewing the Request and Completing Procedures by the Competent Authority
After submitting the request to the competent authorities, they will:
● Review and verify the legal documents
● Conduct a field inspection of the property if necessary
● Ensure settlement of any violations or overdue financial dues
4- Paying the Assignment Fees
The assignment fees for transferring real estate ownership are among the real estate laws subject to amendments. The administrative price of the property is determined according to the property type, location, and specifications, followed by the assignment fees.
5- Completing the Registration and Ownership Transfer
After completing all the above procedures, the property registration is completed as follows:
● Signing the final contracts before the relevant authorities.
● Officially registering the property in the name of the new owner.
● Issuing a new ownership deed proving the transfer of ownership.
● Transferring ownership of inherited or seized properties.
Assignment fees amount to 6% of the administrative price of the property according to its value and type and must be paid before completing the transfer procedures. This is as follows:
The first 150 square meters of the apartment are fully exempt from fees, 0%
Transfer fee of 3% on the area exceeding 150 square meters, multiplied by the administrative price
If the buyer is purchasing an apartment for the first time, the assignment fee becomes 1.5% instead of 3%
In the case of purchasing apartments between individuals, the property transfer fee percentages are as follows:
The first 150 square meters of the apartment have a transfer fee of 3%
Transfer fee of 6% on the area exceeding 150 square meters of the apartment
If it is the buyer’s first-time purchase, the fee becomes 4.5% of the administrative price
Assignment Fees for All Properties
All properties, regardless of type, including villas, lands, farms, etc., are subject to an assignment fee of 6%.
It is noteworthy that this percentage may change from time to time depending on real estate market activity.
You can check the administrative price now easily through the Homes Jordan website via the real estate evaluation link.
● Absolute Ownership: Ownership that grants the owner all legal rights over the property.
● Common Ownership: Occurs when two or more persons own one property with undivided shares without actual division, allowing each individual freedom to dispose of their share.
● Endowment (Waqf): Properties designated by their owners for charitable or religious purposes.
● Treasury Lands: Properties owned by the state and managed according to specific regulations.
● Abandoned Lands: Properties designated for the benefit of local residents or specific groups.
● Mawat Lands: Lands not yet utilized and never previously owned or used.
Yes, the cost of transferring property ownership is 6% of the property value, with various factors influencing the property value, including the property type.
You can obtain a property ownership transfer request through the computerized forms list in the Land and Survey Department via the property ownership transfer request link.
Yes, it can, but ownership transfer procedures only start after completing the following:
Obtaining a legal inheritance certificate
Conducting an official division among heirs
Transferring the heirs’ names to the registration deed
The seizure must be removed first, and all legal cases on the property must be settled, then the property ownership can be transferred.
Yes, the owner’s presence is not required; it is sufficient to issue an official notarized power of attorney.
Partial or full tax exemptions are possible, often for inherited properties among family members.
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