foreign companies can legally register an operating company in Jordan to conduct business activities, provided they comply with all legal requirements to protect their investment and ensure compliance with Jordanian law.
Company Name and Capital
- Company Name: The company retains the same name as in its parent office
- Capital: Matches the parent company’s capital (except banks, which follow Central Bank regulations)
- Fees:
- Registration fees: 5,000 JOD
- Document issuance fees: 95 JOD
Registration Requirements and Procedures
To register a foreign operating company in Jordan, the following documents must be submitted:
- Certificate of incorporation of the parent company
- Memorandum and Articles of Association of the parent company
- Authorization of the official representative in Jordan
- Proof that the company is actively conducting business
- List of board members, managers, or partners as applicable
- Names of persons authorized to sign on behalf of the company
- Audited financial statements for the last fiscal year from the parent company
- Bank accounts of the parent company
- Power of attorney authorizing a resident in Jordan to manage the company’s operations
Document Certifications and Legal Translation
All documents must be:
- Certified by the Jordanian embassy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country of issuance
- Certified by the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Legally translated into Arabic
- Certified by a Notary Public in Jordan
Legal Notes
Foreign operating companies must comply with:
- Jordanian Companies Law No. 22 of 1997
- Maintaining accurate accounting records
- Submitting annual financial statements
- Renewing licenses and approvals as required
Neglecting these obligations may result in fines or other legal consequences.
Steps to Legally Register a Foreign Operating Company
- Choose the company type (e.g., LLC, private shareholding company)
- Reserve the company name
- Prepare Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Determine share capital and ownership structure
- Register with the Companies Control Department
- Complete tax registration
Following these steps ensures the company operates legally and securely in Jordan.
If you are planning to register a foreign operating company in Jordan, our law firm can:
- Handle all legal registration procedures
- Review and certify all documents
- Ensure full compliance with Jordanian Companies Law
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