Jordan
Jordan Customs Information – Hercules Worldwide
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Original passport
- Rental contract
- Residence visa
- Residence permit
- Work permit
- Detailed inventory list (PBO “packed by owner” and misc. “miscellaneous” NOT accepted)
- Copy of house lease contract (if available); as well as admission to school certificate for children (if applicable)
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- All shipments inspected
- Used household goods subject to duty
- Shipments required to arrive within 6 months of customer
- Returning Jordanians may import household goods and personal items duty-free provided the following:
- Goods have been in possession of and used by customer before import
- Continued to be used by customer while in Jordan
- Consistent with customer’s standing
RESTRICTED ITEMS/DUTIABLE
- Musical instruments, radio sets, electrical appliances and carpets
- New and some used furniture
- New items
- Washing machines, refrigerators, and microwave ovens
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Drugs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Ammunition and weapons
- Wireless equipments including CB and walkie-talkies
- ALL PRINTED MATERIALS INCLUDING: PICTURES, BOOKS, FILMS, RECORDS, SLIDES, TAPES, MOVIES, COMPACT DISCS, VIDEOS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, AND SO ON. THESE ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION – **MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS**
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Automobiles 5 years or older are not permitted for import
- Vehicles are highly taxed and depends on owner’s immigration status
- Requires 3 copies of registration
**NOTE- all customs regulations and procedures are subject to change at any time. The above customs information is provided as a brief summary of Jordan customs regulations and applies only to household goods shipments, and is for your general guidance. Hercules Worldwide is not liable for any damage, delays, duties, costs, taxes or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance, omissions or errors. Always check full requirements and restrictions with the local embassy or consulate. **
