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IMPORT PROCEDURES GUIDE

Jordan

October/ 2016

Muharram/1438

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Contents 1. Rules of Origin .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

1.1 Rules of Origin between Jordan & KSA................................................................................................... 7

1.1.1 Preferential Rules of Origin – Jordan ..................................................................................................... 7

2. Trade Barriers .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Trade Barriers in Jordan....................................................................................................................... 8

2.1.1 Tariff Barriers .................................................................................................................................. 8

2.1.1.1 Basic Customs Duty .......................................................................................................................... 8

2.1.1.2 Countervailing Duty ......................................................................................................................... 8

2.1.1.3 Anti-dumping Duty .......................................................................................................................... 8

2.1.1.4 Safeguard Duty ............................................................................................................................... 8

2.1.2 Non-tariff barriers ............................................................................................................................ 9

2.1.2.1 Import Prohibitions .......................................................................................................................... 9

2.1.2.2 Import Licensing and Restrictions ......................................................................................................... 9

2.1.2.3 Import Quotas .............................................................................................................................. 10

2.1.2.4 State Trading ................................................................................................................................ 10

2.1.2.5 Standards .................................................................................................................................... 10

2.1.2.6 Technical Regulations ..................................................................................................................... 11

2.1.2.7 Certification and Conformity Assessment ............................................................................................. 11

2.1.2.8 Accreditation ................................................................................................................................ 11

2.1.2.9 Labelling...................................................................................................................................... 12

2.1.2.10 Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Requirements ..................................................................................... 12

3. Trade Remedies ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

3.1 Trade Remedies by Jordan ................................................................................................................ 12

3.1.1 Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Measures ......................................................................................... 13

3.1.2 Safeguard Measures ....................................................................................................................... 13

4. Key Ports in Jordan ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

4.1 Key Sea Ports in Jordan .................................................................................................................... 13

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4.2 Key Land Ports between Jordan and Saudi Arabia ................................................................................... 14

4.3 Accessing Key Inland Markets in Jordan ............................................................................................... 15

4.4 Shipping Lines used in KSA ............................................................................................................... 17

4.4.1 Major Shipping Lines and Lead Time from KSA to Jordan .......................................................................... 17

4.4.2 Rates of Key Routes between KSA and Jordan ........................................................................................ 17

5. Key Logistics Facilities.................................................................................................................................................................................. 18

5.1 Free Zones and Development Zones in Jordan ....................................................................................... 18

5.1.1 Free Zones ................................................................................................................................... 18

5.1.1.1 Free Zones (FZ) Genesis .................................................................................................................. 18

5.1.1.2 Free Zones Concept and Positioning ................................................................................................... 18

5.1.1.3 Aqaba Special Economic Zone ........................................................................................................... 19

5.1.2 Development Zones ....................................................................................................................... 20

5.2 Storage facilities / services provided at the ports in Jordan......................................................................... 20

5.2.1 Types of storage facilities / services ..................................................................................................... 20

5.2.1.1.1 Public Warehouses ......................................................................................................................... 20

5.2.1.1.2 Private Warehouses ........................................................................................................................ 21

5.2.1.2 Government Warehousing Agencies in Jordan ....................................................................................... 21

6. Import Process: Jordan ................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

6.1 Overall Import Process .................................................................................................................... 22

6.1.1 Overall Import Process via Sea Port ..................................................................................................... 22

6.1.2 Overall Import Process via Land Ports .................................................................................................. 25

6.2. Customs Clearance Process .............................................................................................................. 26

6.3 Lead Time and Costs involved for Overall Import Process ......................................................................... 28

7. Key Import Documents ................................................................................................................... 28

7.1. Summary table of key import documents ............................................................................................. 28

7.1.1 Mandatory Documents ................................................................................................................... 28

7.1.2 Additional Documents .................................................................................................................... 29

7.2 Documents Overview ..................................................................................................................... 30

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7.2.1 Ocean Bill of Lading / Truckway Bill .................................................................................................... 30

7.2.2 Commercial Invoice ........................................................................................................................ 31

7.2.3 Packing List .................................................................................................................................. 31

7.2.4 Certificate of Origin ........................................................................................................................ 32

7.2.5 Customs Import Declaration ............................................................................................................. 32

7.2.6 Import License / Pre-import clearance ................................................................................................. 33

7.2.7 Importer Card ............................................................................................................................... 33

7.2.8 Health Certificate ........................................................................................................................... 34

7.2.9 Phytosanitary Certificate .................................................................................................................. 34

7.2.10 Halal Slaughtering Certificate / Halal Certificate ..................................................................................... 35

8. Key Government Agencies involved in Import ....................................................................................... 35

8.1 Key government agencies involved in the import of all types of products ...................................................... 35

8.2 Key government agencies involved in the specific industries targeted by Saudi Arabia ...................................... 36

9. Key Standard Agencies and their Approval Process ................................................................................. 36

9.1 Standard Agencies according to Industry .............................................................................................. 36

9.2 Jordanian Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) ........................................................................ 37

9.2.1 Process for Acquiring the Certificate of Conformity- JSMO ........................................................................ 37

9.2.2 Costs Involved............................................................................................................................... 39

9.2.3 JSMO Customs Clearance Process for Regulated Goods at the Port .............................................................. 39

9.2.4 Costs Involved............................................................................................................................... 41

9.3 Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) ........................................................................................ 41

9.3.1 JFDA Clearance Process for Imported Food at the Port .............................................................................. 41

9.3.2 Lead Time .................................................................................................................................... 43

9.3.3 Costs Involved............................................................................................................................... 43

9.3.4 JFDA Pharmaceutical Products Registration Process ................................................................................ 43

9.3.5 Key Documents required by the JFDA for pharmaceutical products registration .............................................. 45

9.3.6 Lead Time .................................................................................................................................... 45

10. Packaging and Labelling Regulations –Jordan........................................................................................ 45

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10.1 General Industries .......................................................................................................................... 45

10.1.1 Industry Regulator ......................................................................................................................... 45

10.1.2 Laws and Regulations ..................................................................................................................... 46

10.2 Food Industry ............................................................................................................................... 46

10.2.1 Food Industry Regulator .................................................................................................................. 46

10.2.2 Laws and Regulations ..................................................................................................................... 46

10.2.3 Halal food specifications .................................................................................................................. 46

10.3 Pharmaceuticals Industry ................................................................................................................. 47

10.3.1 Pharmaceuticals Industry Regulator .................................................................................................... 47

11. References ................................................................................................................................... 47

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Disclaimer

Saudi Export Development Authority “SAUDI EXPORTS” have prepared the Import Guide as a part of its continuous publication on

countries. The purpose of this guide is to provide a high-level view of the country imports process, procedures, documentation

requirements, stakeholders…etc, based on available public information. Its analysis, perceptions, and anticipations are subject to

personal judgment. “SAUDI EXPORTS” is not liable for any consequences caused by the understanding and interpretation of any

part of this guide. In general, the information in the report present a broad view of the imports environment of this country. Saudi

exporters are encouraged to carry out further studies to be updated and more informed on the import process, procedures, and

documentation requirements identified in this report.

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1. Rules of Origin

1.1 Rules of Origin between Jordan & KSA

Saudi Arabia and Jordan are two of the seventeen countries that are parties to the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement

(GAFTA) which aims to liberalize and expand trade relations between members of the Social and Economic Council of the

Arab League.1

As per the provisions of the GAFTA, as recognized by Jordan Customs Law, preferential rules of origin are applied to imports

from KSA.2

1.1.1 Preferential Rules of Origin – Jordan3

The Rules of Origin (RoO) for Saudi exports to Jordan are derived from the measures laid out by the Council of the Arab

League; this has been ratified by Article 9 of the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement (GAFTA). The RoO for a product to be

thus classified as being of Arab origin are summarized below:

1. In order for goods to be classified as being of “national origin”, or being “wholly-produced / obtained” from an

exporting Member State, it needs to belong to one of the below-listed categories

a) Mineral products extracted from its soil, water, or sea-bed.

b) Agricultural products harvested there.

c) Animals born and raised there, and products from animals raised there, including products obtained from

fishing and hunting conducted there.

d) Products of sea fishing and other marine products taken from the sea by its vessels. Also includes products

processed and made from these onboard on the vessels.

e) Used articles obtained there that are fit only for the recovery of raw materials.

f) Waste and scrap obtained from manufacturing operations conducted there.

g) Goods obtained from products referred to from (a) to (f)

h) 40% value must be added to the goods in Member States.

2. Certificate of origin is issued by authorized government agencies. Saudi exporter can obtain CoO from the Directorate

of Supplies at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry or at branches of the Ministry at key cities. These CoOs provide

evidence for origin of goods which grants exemption under preferential tariffs. For more information, kindly visit

http://www.us-sabc.org/.4

1 Government of Lebanon 2 Jordan Customs Law 3 Government of Lebanon 4 Saudi Arabia –US Business Council

http://www.us-sabc.org/

http://www.economy.gov.lb/?/subSubcatInfo/2/91

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2. Trade Barriers

2.1 Trade Barriers in Jordan Trade barriers include tariff (most common) and non-tariff barriers. Since 2005, members of GAFTA have eliminated all trade

barriers to align with the Execution Program of GAFTA. The Program, however, allows for the following exemptions:

Certain less developed countries (Sudan and Yemen) can apply for reduced tariffs.5Products that are prohibited

from being traded for religious, environmental, security, and health reasons will be subject to applicable national

laws notwithstanding the removal of trade barriers.6

2.1.1 Tariff Barriers

2.1.1.1 Basic Customs Duty

Basic Customs Duty is a tariff imposed on goods that are transported across international borders.

According to GAFTA, Jordan has eliminated all basic customs tariffs on goods of Arab origin provided that the goods

meet the requirements laid out in Section 1.1.1.7

2.1.1.2 Countervailing Duty8

Countervailing duty is imposed on specific imported products (industrial and agricultural) if the subsidy given to it

is susceptible to measures being brought against it.

The Jordanian government imposes countervailing duty as it deems fit after investigations to protect national

production of similar or competitive goods.

2.1.1.3 Anti-dumping Duty9

Anti-dumping duty is imposed on specific imported products (industrial and agricultural) if its export price is less

than its normal value.

The amount of anti-dumping duty charged cannot surpass the margin of dumping represented in the difference

between the normal value and the export price of the products in question.

2.1.1.4 Safeguard Duty10 Safeguard Duty, unlike Anti-dumping Duty, is not required to find unfair trade practices (ex. Dumping, Subsidy, etc.) to impose

it on certain products. It is imposed on imports that have caused or form a threat to cause serious injury to the national

industries in Jordan. For more information kindly refer to Section 3.1.2

5 Invest in Yemen 6 Government of Lebanon 7 World Trade Organisation 8 National Production Protection Law 9 National Production Protection Law 10 Trade Jordan

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2.1.2 Non-tariff barriers

The Execution Program of GAFTA provides for all non-tariff barriers to be lifted, however, products that are forbidden from

being imported due to national health, environmental, religious, and security reasons are exempted11 More information about

the import prohibitions is detailed out below.

2.1.2.1 Import Prohibitions

Import prohibitions or restrictions are brought into effect by the Jordanian Council of Ministers taking into consideration

Jordan’s international commitments. A list of items that are prohibited for alternate reasons are provided below:

Imports prohibited for public health and safety, and environment reasons. For instance, certain kinds of fireworks,

photo blocker spray, etc. For more information on imports prohibited, kindly visit

https://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/tpr_e/s325_e.pdf * Pgs. 39-40, Table 3.8

Other prohibited imports include those from countries against which the UN Security Council has issued economic

sanctions.

Free zones in Jordan are exempt from applying these prohibitions to imported goods provided it is not meant for

local consumption. However, Article 123 of the Customs Law of Jordan 1998, prohibits the entry of certain goods

to free zones; information regarding this can be obtained at

https://www.customs.gov.jo/english/customs_6_en.shtm

2.1.2.2 Import Licensing and Restrictions12

Jordan’s licensing requirements are in accordance with the development and regulations of the Import and Export

Law No.21 of 2001, as amended by Temporary Law No.2003.

Restricted items require specific import licenses/ pre-import clearance authorizations which are issued by the

Ministry of Industry and Trade (MITS) or by the relevant government authorities (e.g. Jordanian Food and Drug

Administration (JFDA), Ministry of Health, etc.).

Licenses are valid for a period of 12 months and can be revalidated upon expiry.

All Jordanian importers and foreign trading companies must obtain an Importer’s card from the Ministry of Industry

and Trade for customs clearance purposes or pay a Customs fee equivalent to 5% of the value of imported goods.

For non-trading entities such as hospitals, banks, and hotels, the Ministry issues a special card valid for a limited

period and applicable only for a specific import purpose.

Goods entering the country under temporary entry status, bonded goods, and goods benefitting from the

Investment Promotion law are exempt from the requirement to have an import license.13

11 Government of Lebanon 12 World Trade Organisation

*Kindly copy and paste this link below on a web browser to know more information and for updates 13 US Exports

https://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/tpr_e/s325_e.pdf


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2.1.2.3 Import Quotas

There might be quantitative restrictions on certain imports by Jordan as a result of safeguard measures implemented

by the government (explained in Section 2.1.2).

2.1.2.4 State Trading

Under the provisions made by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MITS), Jordan sustains state trading for particular

types of products. Such products are explosives used for mining purposes; and agricultural products.

There are two state-trading enterprises in Jordan with special or exclusive trading rights. These include:

o Jordan Phosphate Mines Co. Ltd (JPMC): Has exclusive rights to import, store, and sell explosive materials

used for mining and quarrying purposes.

o Jordan Petroleum Refinery Co. has exclusive rights to import oil and hydrocarbon products for local use.

Barley and wheat (including wheat flour and bran) are classified as essential commodities by the Jordanian

government and MITS Jordan is the sole importer of these products. Tenders are invited by the MITS from importers

interested in transporting these commodities from the country of origin to Jordan.

2.1.2.5 Standards14

The standards set in Jordan are established on the basis of the provisions made by the Standards and Metrology Law

No.22 of 2000.

The Jordanian Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) is the nationally recognized body for the preparation

and application of standards.

JSMO is a member of international organizations,

o International Organization for Standardization (ISO),

o Codex Alimentarius,

o International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML),

o Etc. International Electro-technical Committee (IEC)

JSMO issues two types of standards:15

o Mandatory standards: These standards are issued for products that impact consumers’ health and safety.

For instance, chemical detergents, food products, electrical equipment, and personal safety equipment.

14 World Trade Organisation 15 International Trade Administration

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o Optional standards: Optional for manufacturers and importers; examples include furniture, textiles,

clothes and shoes.

More information on Standard approval process is provided in Chapter 9 of this guide.

2.1.2.6 Technical Regulations16

There are a number of laws and regulations in Jordan that impose technical regulations on certain products.

JSMO is the WTO- TBT enquiry point for disseminating information and making decisions on standards, technical

regulations, and certification.

An interested party can prepare technical regulations with the help of a committee of technical experts and submit

proposals to the JSMO which are then open to comments for a period of 60 days.

Technical regulations may also be issued by other government bodies such as the Ministry of Environment, the

Telecommunications Regulatory Commission, and the Ministry of Health.

2.1.2.7 Certification and Conformity Assessment17

JSMO is the certifying body nationally.

The provisions made by the Standards and Metrology Law No.22 of 2000 confers JSMO with the authority to issue

conformity certificates for regulated products in Jordan.

Exporters of certain products should obtain conformity certificates and test reports from conformity assessment

bodies. These conformity assessment bodies must be accredited by accredited bodies which are Multilateral

Recognition Arrangements (MLA) signatories of the International Laboratory Accreditation Corporation (ILAC) /

International Accreditation Forum (IAF).

More information on Conformity Assessment procedures is provided in Chapter 9 of this guide.

2.1.2.8 Accreditation18

The Accreditation Unit at JSMO accredits testing and calibration laboratories in Jordan.

In Jordan there are governmental and private testing labs providing testing services in different fields: food,

construction, mechanical, physical, chemical, agricultural, metallurgical, water, environmental, microbiology

testing, etc.

16 World Trade Organisation 17World Trade Organisation 18International Trade Center

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Saudi Exporters may visit the link below for detailed information on the accredited private and public laboratories

in Jordan:

http://www.intracen.org/uploadedFiles/intracenorg/Content/Exporters/Exporting_Better/Quality_Management/

Redesign/Managing%20Quality%20in%20Jordan.pdf

2.1.2.9 Labelling

Labelling requirements in Jordan are regulated by

o Jordanian Standards and Metrology Organization19

o Jordanian Food and Drug Administration

More information on Labelling is provided in chapter 10 of this guide.

2.1.2.10 Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Requirements20

Sanitary and phytosanitary requirements have to be met prior to importing plants and plant products, animals and

animal products, food and pharmaceuticals into Jordan.

Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) is responsible for the safety and quality of food and drugs while the

Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for SPS measures to protect animal and plant health against pests and diseases.

The sanitary and phytosanitary requirements in Jordan are established on the basis of the provisions made by the

following legislations:

o Food Control Law 79/2001

o Drug and Pharmacy Law No. 24 of 2015

o Law No.31 of Food and Drug Administration Law 2003

o Agriculture Law No. 44 of 2002

o Food Law No.30 of 2015

3. Trade Remedies

3.1 Trade Remedies by Jordan

Jordan’s legislation on trade remedies21is in broad alignment with WTO provisions. GAFTA regulations allow for the

enforcement of trade remedies by member countries provided these don’t contravene WTO measures. Further, the Execution

19 JSMO 20 World Trade Organisation 21 World Trade Organisation

http://www.intracen.org/uploadedFiles/intracenorg/Content/Exporters/Exporting_Better/Quality_Management/Redesign/Managing%20Quality%20in%20Jordan.pdf


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Program of GAFTA has also provided specific instructions on the enforcement of safeguard measures as a trade remedy

(explained below in 3.1.2)22 . Therefore, the below-mentioned trade remedies can be exercised by Jordan.

3.1.1 Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Measures

Jordan has not initiated any anti-dumping or countervailing actions against any trading partners. The Anti-Dumping and Anti-

Subsidies Regulation No.26 of 200323 outline the conditions under which anti-dumping and countervailing measures can be

applied and the extent of the duties imposed. For more information kindly visit

http://www.wipo.int/edocs/lexdocs/laws/en/jo/jo066en.pdf

3.1.2 Safeguard Measures

The legislation governing safeguard measures in Jordan include the National Production Protection Law No. 21 of 2004,

together with the Regulations on Safeguard of National Production No. 55 of 2000. These safeguards are implemented in the

form of specific and digressive tariff surcharges of between two and three years’ duration.

Between 2008-16, Jordan initiated six safeguard investigations within the construction, footwear, and paper industries; only

three resulted in the imposition of remedial measures.24

Although, under the GAFTA, Jordan has the right to impose safeguard measures on agricultural products,25 its obligations as

a WTO member does not allow the same.26

4. Key Ports in Jordan

4.1 Key Sea Ports in Jordan

Jordan has only one port located at Aqaba in South Jordan on the north shore of the Gulf of Aqaba. It has played a strong role

in the growth of Jordan’s economy because of its strategic location which links the Middle East and Africa. The port has

witnessed governmental support which has aided its growth: one such measure was involving the private sector in investing

and contributing to managing and developing the maritime sector; and another was investing in infrastructure development

and computerization of the port.

The port at Aqaba currently has three integrated facilities:

Port of Aqaba

Aqaba Container Terminal

22 Government of Lebanon 23 Anti-Dumping and Anti-Subsidies Regulation 24 World Trade Organisation 25 Government of Lebanon 26 World Trade Organisation


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Aqaba Industrial Terminal27

The table shown below indicates key information like the products handled at various integrated facilities and its websites.

Table 1: Information about various port terminals in Jordan

Integrated

Facility Cargo Handled Website

Port of Aqaba General Cargo and grain http://www.aqabaports.com.jo/

Aqaba Container

Terminal General commercial cargo

https://www.act.com.jo/

Aqaba Industrial

Terminal

Oil, timber, Chemical products (e.g.

Potash, fertilizers, Sulphur, and

ammonia)

http://www.aqabaports.com.jo/En/PortMap.aspx?Catego

ryID=3

The port of Aqaba, as located in Jordan is shown in Figure 1 given below.

Figure 1: Port of Aqaba in Jordan

4.2 Key Land Ports between Jordan and Saudi Arabia

Bilateral trade between Arab Countries, including Jordan and Saudi Arabia, is predominantly carried out by road.28 Land ports,

therefore, have a key role to play in the advancement of trade relations between Arab member states. There are three border

crossings / land ports between Jordan and Saudi Arabia29, as illustrated in Table 2 below.

27 Emerging Jordan 28 Arab Union of Land Transport 29 Jordan Tourism Board

http://www.aqabaports.com.jo/

https://www.act.com.jo/

http://www.aqabaports.com.jo/En/PortMap.aspx?CategoryID=3


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Table 2. Information about land ports between Jordan and Saudi Arabia

Land Port as known in

Jordan

Land Port as known in Saudi

Arabia30 Overseeing Competent Authority

Al-Mudawara Hallath Ammar Jordan Customs

Omari Haditah Jordan Customs31

Al-Durra Haql Aqaba Special Economic Zone

Authority32

4.3 Accessing Key Inland Markets in Jordan

Amman, Irbid, Al-Karak, and Zarqa are the key inland markets in Jordan.

Table 3, as shown below, provides information on the distance between these key inland markets and the key departure

points in Saudi Arabia and border control points in Jordan.

Further Table 4 provides an overview of the most optimal land port to access Jordan for each departure point in Saudi Arabia.

30 Destination KSA 31 Jordan Customs 32 Japan International Cooperation Agency


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Table 3. Accessing key inland markets in Jordan from major departure points in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

Dammam

Jeddah

1522 Km

1902 Km

1121 Km

Durra

Amman

Zarqa

Irbid

Al-Karak

347 Km

368 Km

427 Km

289 Km

Riyadh

Dammam

Jeddah

1422 Km

1816 Km

1158 Km

Al-Mudwara

Amman

Zarqa

Irbid

Al-Karak

345 Km

366 Km

425 Km

287 Km

As evidenced from the above table, Omari is the most strategically located land port to access the key inland markets in

Jordan.

Table 4. Optimal land ports to access Jordan from Saudi Arabia

Departure point

in Saudi Arabia Most optimal land port to access Jordan

Riyadh

Dammam Omari

Jeddah Durra

Departure point in Saudi

Arabia Land port in Jordan

Key Inland markets in Jordan

Distance from

departure point in

SA

Name

Name Distance from

Land Ports in

Jordan

Riyadh

Dammam

Jeddah

1294 Km

1461 Km

1598 Km

Omari

Amman

Zarqa

Irbid

Al-Karak

153 Km

131 Km

201 Km

201 Km

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Table 5. Overview of trucking costs in Jordan 33

4.4 Shipping Lines used in KSA

4.4.1 Major Shipping Lines and Lead Time from KSA to Jordan

According to linescape34, Port of Jeddah, King Abdullah port, King Abdul Aziz port and Port of Jubail are the Ports of Call in

KSA for container ships going to the Port of Aqaba in Jordan.

For the latest information on the vessel schedules and lead-time, kindly visit the link provided below:

http://www.linescape.com/

4.4.2 Rates of Key Routes between KSA and Jordan

The cost of shipping from KSA ports to Jordanian ports is estimated in Table 1 below. Kindly note that the estimates were

based on certain assumptions which are also provided in the table.

The shipping costs were estimated using http://worldfreightrates.com/en/freight . Saudi Exporters can visit this website to

get a quote for their shipping requirements with any combination of assumptions

33 Camelot Management Consultants Database 34 Linescape

Departure

Point in

Saudi Arabia

Overview of Trucking Costs (SAR)

Textiles Consumer

Durables

Packaging

Materials Food Products

Chemicals and

Polymers

Key Inland

Markets

Riyadh

6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 Amman

8500 - 9500 8500 - 9500 8500 - 9500 9.000 – 10,000 8500 - 9500 Irbid

6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 Zaraq

6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 6000 – 7000 Al-Karak

Dammam

4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 5,000 - 6.000 5,000 - 6.000 Amman

6,500 – 7,500 6,500 – 7,500 6,500 – 7,500 7.000 – 8,000 6,500 - 7.500 Irbid

4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 5.000 – 6,000 4,500 – 5,500 Zaraq

4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 4,500 – 5,500 5.000 – 6,000 4,500 – 5,500 Al-Karak

Jeddah

4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 Amman

6,600 – 7,600 6,600 – 7,600 6,600 – 7,600 7,100 – 8,100 6,600 – 7,600 Irbid

4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 5,100 – 6,100 4,600 – 5,600 Zaraq

4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 4,600 – 5,600 5,100 – 6,100 4,600 – 5,600 Al-Karak

http://www.joc.com/sailings/Sailings-SearchResults?origin=Saudi%20Arabia&direction=&destination=Jordan&carrier=&vesselTypes=container&days=30&date=5/12/2016&searchUrl=http://www.joc.com/sailings&key=SSzPRFY4vIZG1KyKXSrGEjBSogFp9I/nJIXLS2TgexKL+JwjhYgJdF/zSAYsg2bm


http://worldfreightrates.com/en/freight

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Table 6: Shipping cost estimates for the major shipping lines from KSA to Jordan

Port in KSA Port in Jordan Lead Time (Days) Cost of Transportation*

(SAR)

Port of Jeddah Port of Aqaba 3-5 5680-8180

King Abdullah Port Port of Aqaba 40-41 -

King Abdul Aziz Port

(Dammam)

Port of Aqaba 16-91 9700-13950

Port of Jubail Port of Aqaba 13-43 9700-13950

*Cost Assumptions

1) Method of shipping selected is Ocean.

2) Costs were estimated based on the industries available on World Freight Rates.

3) The value of all products calculated was priced at 100,000 USD (SAR 375,000).

4) Full Container Load (FCL) was selected and 40 FT containers.

5) None of the accessorial charges (Hazardous or Insurance) were selected.

6) The cost of transportation is a rough estimate.

5. Key Logistics Facilities

5.1 Free Zones and Development Zones in Jordan35

The Investment Law No.30 of 2014 formed the Jordan Investment Commission, a unified independent governmental body to

create, regulate, and monitor Jordan’s Free Zones, Development Zones, and industrial estates. The Investment Commission

aims to enhance the investment environment within these zones and thus attract more foreign direction investment (FDI).

The Commission has the discretion to expedite the provision of government services; the granting of other investment

incentives; and the provision of customs and tax exemptions.

5.1.1 Free Zones

5.1.1.1 Free Zones (FZ) Genesis36

Jordan’s FZs were created to promote export-oriented industries and transit trade. The administration of the FZs was

previously carried out by the Free Zones Corporation, followed by the Development and Free Zones Commission (DFZC),

and currently being overseen by the unified Jordan Investment Commission.

5.1.1.2 Free Zones Concept and Positioning37

Jordan has five public FZs (Zarqa, Sahab, Queen Alia International Airport, Al-Karak, and Al-Karama), as well as several private

free zones which serve and promote transit trade.

35 US Department of State 36 World Trade Organisation 37 Jordan ECB

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Commodities and goods of various origins are deposited in the FZs for storage and manufacturing purposes. FZs are outside

the jurisdiction of the Jordanian Customs Authority and these goods are thus not subject to excise duties and taxes.

All FZs facilitate trade by offering conveniences and infrastructure such as electricity, water, modern telecommunication

networks, and a valuable network of internal roads, yards, and storage facilities. Further, they also offer the following trade

benefits:

Relief from customs duties, taxes, and fees for exported and imported goods.

Relief from income tax for project profits from goods exported outside Jordan, transit trade, and the selling or

shifting of goods inside the borders of the free zones.

Relief from income and social service taxes for salaries and allowances of non-Jordanian employees involved in

projects in the free zones.

Relief from licensing fees, building and land taxes for buildings, and real estate constructions in the free zones.

5.1.1.3 Aqaba Special Economic Zone38

Formed in 2001, the Aqaba Special Economic Zone is a duty-free, low tax, multi-sectoral economic zone encompassing the

entire Jordanian coastline (27 km), Jordan’s seaports, and the King Hussein International Airport. Its regulation and

development does not fall under the scope of the Jordan Investment Commission and is carried out by the Aqaba Special

Economic Zone Authority and the Aqaba Development Corporation respectively.

The Aqaba Special Economic Zone offers the following trade-related incentives:

Flat rate of 5% income tax on net profit

Relief from annual land and building taxes on utilized property

Relief from taxes on distributed dividends and profits

Duty-free import of goods in commercial quantities from the National Customs Territory and overseas

No foreign equity restrictions on investments

No foreign currency restrictions

Complete repatriation of profits and capital

Streamlined labor and immigration procedures

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100% foreign ownership

Up to 70% foreign labor

Availability of land for lease or sale

Full guarantees on rights and ownership

5.1.2 Development Zones

There are five Development Zones (also called development areas) in Jordan: the King Hussein Bin Talal Development Area

in Mafraq, the Ma'an Development Area, the Irbid Development Area, the Dead Sea Development Zone, and the Jabal Ajloun

Development Zone.39

The trade-related incentives offered by Development Zones in Jordan include:40

5% Corporate Income Tax Rate

Sales Tax Relief

Custom Duties Relief

Social Services and Dividends Tax Relief

100% Foreign Ownership

Streamlined registration and licensing procedures

All tax fee related reliefs and incentives that are provided for in the Free Zone Law or any other applicable legislative

measures.

5.2 Storage facilities / services provided at the ports in Jordan

5.2.1 Types of storage facilities / services

5.2.1.1 The Types of Warehouses41

5.2.1.1.1 Public Warehouses

Public warehouses are storage facilities set up by a public corporation or a company. Government authorities oversee the

licensing of the company, decisions regarding the location of its warehouses, and also decide the authority entrusted with its

management. Further, the Customs Department has the right to supervise public warehouses.42

39 Jordan Business 40 Develop Jordan 41 Jordan Customs 42 Jordan Customs

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5.2.1.1.2 Private Warehouses

Private warehouses are storage facilities that are mostly owned by big companies or single manufacturing units. Companies

with higher production units and customer demands use private warehouses as distribution centers.43

5.2.1.2 Government Warehousing Agencies in Jordan

5.2.1.2.1 Aqaba Logistics Village 44

Aqaba Logistics Village (ALV) which is operated by APM Terminals was originally conceived as a tool to help develop the

logistics and cargo support capabilities of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone. Currently, ALV has two distribution center

warehouses located in close proximity to Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) which facilitates both import and transit trade

processes. Aqaba Logistics Village provides the following services:

Warehouse storage and handling

Open yard storage and handling

Cross-docking and Cross-stuffing

Container Freight Station (CFS)

Service Center

5.2.1.2.2 Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT)45

ACT provides storage facilities to containers, in conjunction with offering other value-added services to containers and

container handling within the Terminal.

5.2.1.2.3 Costs of storage

For details about the costs of storage at Aqaba Container Terminal, kindly visit the link provided below:

https://www.act.com.jo/sites/default/files/new%20tariff%20English%20headed%20final%202015.pdf - Part 2 of the

Regulation, Section 10

Further, to receive warehouse quotes for varied storage needs from all over Jordan, kindly visit the link provided below and

register with shipment specifications.

http://jordan.shipping-international.com/storage-warehouses/

43 GSI Global Solutions 44 Aqaba Logistics Village 45 Aqaba Container Terminal

https://www.act.com.jo/sites/default/files/new%20tariff%20English%20headed%20final%202015.pdf

http://jordan.shipping-international.com/storage-warehouses/

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6. Import Process: Jordan

6.1 Overall Import Process46

The Jordan Customs Department, operating under the Ministry of Finance, controls the movement of all goods across the

country’s border.

Article 65 of Customs Law 20/1998 allows for the entry of goods for any of the below mentioned purposes

Free Circulation

Transit

Warehousing

Deposit in free zones

Temporary admission

Admission for Processing Purposes

All imported products that are to be cleared, whether for home consumption or for warehousing, are to comply with the set

Customs clearance procedures. The overall import process for Jordan is illustrated in Figure 2 provided below:

6.1.1 Overall Import Process via Sea Port

Stage I: Pre-import Arrangements:

There are pre-import arrangements that are to be made before the arrival of the goods. The goods carrier has to have the Cargo

Manifest filed. 47 Further, the commercial importer has to make sure he has an Importer Card issued by the Ministry of Industry

and Trade to avoid being fined by the Customs Department.48

An Importer Card provides the importer with a unique identification number and facilitates the customs clearance process.

The importer might also require an Import License and / pre-import clearance from certain government agencies for the

import of certain controlled goods.49

Kindly refer to Sections 7.2.6 and 7.2.7 respectively for more information about Importer Card and Importer License.

46 European Commission 47 Jordan Customs 48 US export 49 US export

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Note: Information regarding supporting documentation required and tariffs (if applicable) can be obtained by registering

goods data on the Customs Integrated Tariff System (CITS) for the Jordan Customs Department via this link

https://www.customs.gov.jo/cits/Login_en.aspx

To use this service, Saudi exporters are advised to first register, which may be done by selecting the option titled “New

Subscriber”

Figure 2: Overall Import process via Sea port- Jordan

Stage II: Ship Arrives

As the ship enters the port and the discharge of the goods starts, the shipping agent notifies the importer and customs

clearance agent. The captain of the ship has to submit the original cargo manifest and a copy to the Customs Department

Pre-Import Arrangements

Ship arrives Submission of SAD via EDI

Customer/Importer Logistics &Transportation

Customs clearance at port and payment of

duties

V VI

I II III

IV

Illustrative import process via Sea Port

Zoll Doua ne

= Process stage

https://www.customs.gov.jo/cits/Login_en.aspx

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officials, along with other supporting documentation and relevant translations within thirty-six hours (excluding official

holidays) of the entry of the ship into the harbor.50

Note: The services of a licensed customs clearance agent are required for all commercial imports.51

Stage III: Submission of SAD via EDI

Jordan has a single customs declaration process for the completion of all customs procedures, this is known as the Single

Administrative Declaration (SAD). SAD is registered by the customs clearance agent online via Jordan’s EDI.52

The declarant can also avail of service bureau desks in customs houses for customs declaration registration in lieu of a fee. 53

The declarant can examine the goods prior to filing the declaration when necessary after gaining permission from the

Department and if the examination is carried out under the Department’s supervision.

Those samples for examination shall be subject to due duties and taxes. 54

Note: EDI of Jordan’s customs clearance follows the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA World).

Stage 4: Customs Clearance at Port and Payment of Duties

After the customs declaration is registered by the importer / the customs clearance agent, the declaration is verified by the

system and a registration number is assigned.

The declarant prints out a hard copy of the declaration and submits it to relevant Customs Department officials, along with

supporting documentation where required. 55

The concerned officials shall inspect the goods wholly / partially in the customs zone in the presence of the importer / the

customs clearance agent.

The concerned parties can also request for the goods to be inspected in another location. However, they will have to meet

the costs involved in transfer of goods to said location, packaging, and handling. 56

The customs inspection includes crosschecking the details of the goods against the customs declaration

Upon completion of inspection and documents review, an Assessment Notice is generated for the payment of fees and

duties.

50 Jordan Customs 51 US Commercial Services Guide 52 Santander Trade 53 European Commission 54 Jordan Customs 55 European Commission 56 Jordan Customs

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Once payment is secured, the EDI prints the Clearance Notification that is presented to the Customs gate officer who stamps

the notification upon releasing the cargo.57

Stage V: Logistics and Transportation

Importer / customs clearance agent arranges for the logistics and transportation of the goods from the customs area to the

warehouse.

Stage VI: Importer / Customer

Imported goods are received by the Importer / customer.

6.1.2 Overall Import Process via Land Ports

Figure 3: Overall Import Process via Land Ports- Jordan

57 European Commission

Exporter Plant Truck delivery to Land Ports

Arrival at Jordan Land Port

Customs clearance and payment of

duties

Logistics and Transportation Customer / Importer

I II III

IV V VI

Zoll Doua ne

Illustrative of Import Process via Land Port

= Process stage

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6.2. Customs Clearance Process

Figure 4: Customs Clearance process

Stage I: Prior to documents submission

1. The manifest is to be filed by the carrier of the good (vessel, airlines, etc.) within 36 hours after the arrival of the vessel.58

2. The importer must have an Importer Card or pay a Customs fee equivalent to 2.5% of the total value of the imported

shipment.

3. Certain restricted goods require pre-import clearance from authorized government agencies and this will act as an

Importer License for these goods.59

Stage II: Registration of SAD60

1. Importer/customs clearance agent obtains all the required documents needed for the customs clearance of the imported

goods.

58 Jordan Customs 59 World Trade Organisation 60 European Commission

Prior to documents submission

Registration of SAD via EDI

Review of documents

Receiving Clearance Notification

Payment of Duties for imported goods

Inspection of imported goods

I II III

IV V VI

= Process stage

Illustrative Customs Process

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2. The importer/customs clearance agent registers the SAD for customs declaration via ASYCUDA and attaches supporting

documentation where required.

3. Upon registration via ASYCUDA, goods classified as green are released immediately while goods classified as yellow

and red are subject to supporting documentation review and physical inspection.

Stage III: Review of Documents61

The declarant prints out a hard copy of the declaration and submits it to relevant Customs Department officials, along with

supporting documentation and certification where required. These are then reviewed for completeness and compatibility

with national standards and technical regulations.

Stage IV: Inspection of imported goods

1. Authorized Customs officials along with representatives from national regulatory bodies (from JSMO and JFDA if

necessary)62 inspect the goods wholly / partially at designated customs zones in the presence of the customs clearance

agent.63

2. The Customs officials are authorized to open any packages if they suspect that it contains prohibited goods or goods

that do not match the description provided in the customs documents. They have the authority to do so even in the

absence of the importer / customs clearance agent if the concerned party fails to attend the pre-notified inspection.64

3. The goods are cross-verified with the information provided. A lack of clarity or a mismatch leads to further testing by

relevant government bodies / agencies (for instance, JSMO). Further, they can ask for more supporting documentation

for the same reasons.65

Stage V: Payment of duties

1. Once the inspection of goods and review of documents is completed, an Assessment Notice is generated by ASYCUDA

for the payment of duties and fees.66

2. After the payment is made, goods are released to the importer; however, taxable persons might secure the release of

goods without payment against a bank or a cash guarantee and under the conditions and rules determined by the

Director.67

Stage VI: Receiving Clearance Notification68

ASYCUDA permits the printing of the Clearance Notification that is presented to the Customs gate officer who stamps the

notification upon cargo release.

61 European Commission 62JSMO 63 Jordan Customs 64 Jordan Customs 65 Jordan Customs 66 European Commission 67 Jordan Customs 68 European Commission

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6.3 Lead Time and Costs involved for Overall Import Process

According to the World Bank, the associated time and cost of import for a standard goods shipment are listed in Table below. 69

Table 7: Lead Time and Cost of Import Process- Jordan

S. No Import Procedure Lead Time

(Hours)

Cost

(SAR)

1 Documents preparation 55 113.00

2 Customs clearance and inspections 79 679.00

Total: 134 792

7. Key Import Documents

7.1. Summary table of key import documents

7.1.1 Mandatory Documents70

Five mandatory documents are required for importing goods into Jordan.

Table 8: Mandatory documents for importing – Jordan

S. No Document Procured

from

Procured

for 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 Bill of Lading Shipping

Company Customs

2 Commercial

Invoice Exporter Customs

3 Packing List Exporter Customs

4 Certificate of

Origin

Ministry of

Commerce and

Industry (Saudi

Arabia)

Customs

5

Customs

Import

Declaration

Licensed

Customs

Clearance

Agent

Customs

Note:

1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 – Packaging, 5 - Consumer Durables, 6 - Heavy

Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry 8 - Pharmaceuticals, 9 – Textiles

69Doing Business 70 US Exports Guide

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7.1.2 Additional Documents71

A number of additional documents are generally required for customs clearance, details of which are provided below:

Table 9: Additional documents for importing – Jordan

S. No Document Procured from Procured

for 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1

Import License /

Pre-import

clearance72

Various relevant

ministries in

Jordan

Customs

2

Importer Card /

Registration

Number73

Ministry of

Trade and

Industry

(Jordan)

Customs

3 Phytosanitary

certificate

Approved

authority in

origin country

Customs

4 Health

Certificate

Approved

authority in

origin country

Customs

5

Halal

slaughtering

certificate/

Halal

Certificate74

Food safety

inspection Customs

Note:

1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 - Packaging,

5 - Consumer Durables, 6 - Heavy Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry

8 - Pharmaceuticals, 9 - Textiles

71 European Commission 72 US Exports Guide 73 Jordan Business Law Handbook 74 Jordan Country Commercial Guide, US Exports Guide

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7.2 Documents Overview

7.2.1 Ocean Bill of Lading / Truckway Bill75

The Bill of Lading acts as:

A receipt where the carrier acknowledges that he has received the carriage and acts as an evidence for the contract

of carriage.

A transferable document of title where the goods are delivered by handing over a bill of lading provided the

shipment was consigned ‘to order’ and all the following validations are in order.

An Ocean Bill of Lading must be submitted for imports via sea borders and Truckway Bill must be provided for

imports via land borders.

Samples of the Ocean Bill of Lading and the Truckway Bill are shown in Figures 5 and 6 respectively:

Figure 5: Ocean Bill of Lading sample

Figure 6: Truck way Bill of Lading Sample

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7.2.2 Commercial Invoice

The commercial invoice is a bill for the goods purchased, which is provided to the buyer by the seller. Such invoices are mostly

used in foreign trade as it allows governments to identify the actual value of the goods when they are assessed for Customs

duties.76Commercial invoice for Jordan’s customs clearance should display details such as value, weight, freight and insurance

charges. It should be notarized by a notary public and although invoices are not expected to be bilingual (English and Arabic),

the importer is required to produce an Arabic translation.77

Note: Legalization of commercial documents by the Embassy of Jordan is no longer required because of an agreement

between Jordan and the World Trade Organization members (including Saudi Arabia).78 A sample Commercial Invoice is

shown in Figure 7 below.

Figure 7: Commercial Invoice Sample

7.2.3 Packing List

Packing list provides detailed information about the shipment. An international packing list contains details about the seller,

buyer, shipper, invoice, number, date of shipment, mode of transport, carrier, and itemizes quantity, description, the type of

package, such as a box, crate, drum, or carton, the quantity of packages, total net, and gross weight (in kilograms), package

marks, and dimensions.79 A sample Packing List is shown in Figure 8 below.

Figure 8: Packing List Sample

76 US Export Guide 77 Jordan Country Commercial Guide, US Export Guide 78 Jordan Economic and Commerce Bureau 79 US Export Guide

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7.2.4 Certificate of Origin

The Certificate of Origin (CoO) according to the International Chamber of Commerce is a document which attests that the

goods imported are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. 80 The CoO for Jordan

should evidence that the goods are of Arab origin and is issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Saudi Arabia. A

sample of the specific certificate issued for use in Arab countries is shown in Figure 9 below.

Figure 9: CoO Sample for Arab Countries

7.2.5 Customs Import Declaration

An import declaration is a proclamation made to the Customs providing information about the imported goods. The

information in the declaration is used to assess the duty and taxes for the goods. A sample customs declaration (SAD) filed by

the licensed customs clearance agent in Jordan is shown in Figure 10 and 11 below.81

Figure 10 : Customs Import Declaration (SAD) sample Page 1

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Figure 11: Customs Import Declaration (SAD) sample Page 2

7.2.6 Import License / Pre-import clearance82

The import license / pre-import clearance (sample shown in Figure?) is obtained by importers who are importing restricting

goods into Jordan. The goods that require pre-import clearance and the corresponding authorities who provide this are listed

below:

Building Materials: Ministry of Health; Ministry of Municipal Affairs; and Ministry of Environment

Food Products: JFDA; Ministry of Health

Electronics: Telecommunications Regulatory Commission

Pharmaceuticals: JFDA; Ministry of Health

7.2.7 Importer Card

Importer Cards are issued by the Trade Directorate at the Ministry of Industry and Trade in Jordan; the card provides importers

with a specific number and file that facilitates customs clearance. Importers are advised to have an Importer Card, as they will

be fined in the absence of one.83

Importers can apply for an Importer Card by following the link provided below:

http://www.mit.gov.jo/Pages/viewpage.aspx?pageID=200 (Click on Department Name “Import and Export Services”, then

Service Type “Registration on Importers Record and Issue Importer Card for the First Time”)

82 US Country Commercial Guide, US Export Guide 83 World Trade Organisation

http://www.mit.gov.jo/Pages/viewpage.aspx?pageID=200

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7.2.8 Health Certificate

The purpose of the health certificate is to protect human health and safety, and to keep international trade under control. I t is

procured by the exporter from the relevant authorities in the producing country for products such as foods, chemicals &

polymers, and pharmaceuticals.84 A sample Health Certificate is shown in Figure 12 below.

Figure 12: Health Certificate sample

7.2.9 Phytosanitary Certificate

A Phytosanitary Certificate is an official document issued by the plant protection organization of the exporting country to the

plant protection organization of the importing country. It attests that the plants or plant products within the scope of the

certificate have been inspected according to appropriate procedures and are considered to be free from quarantine pests and

practically free from other injurious pests, and that they are considered to conform to the current phytosanitary regulations

of the importing country.85 Phytosanitary certificates are needed to import certain food products in Jordan. A sample

phytosanitary certificate is shown in Figure 13 below.

Figure 13: Phytosanitary Certificate Sample

84 Import Procedures Guide-Turkey 85 Canadian Food Inspection Agency

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7.2.10 Halal Slaughtering Certificate / Halal Certificate

The Halal Certificate is issued by the Board as an assurance that a particular product has been thoroughly investigated and

found to conform to the Islamic Sharia laws.86 The shipment of meat and any product of animal origin for export to Jordan

must be accompanied by a Halal Certificate.87. A sample Halal Certificate is shown in Figure 14 below.

Figure 14: Halal Certificate Sample

8. Key Government Agencies involved in Import

8.1 Key government agencies involved in the import of all types of

products There are number of government entities or agencies who are involved in the import process in Jordan, irrespective of the

type of product. These entities or agencies are summarized with their roles in the import process and their websites in Table

10.

Table 10: Key government agencies involved in import

Key government agencies Role Website

Ministry of Industry and

Trade

Responsible for the promotion and development

of trade and industry http://www.mit.gov.jo/

Jordan Maritime

Commission

Responsible for facilitating and growing port

operations, and Jordan’s shipping industry http://www.jma.gov.jo/

Jordan Investment

Commission

Responsible for the development of Industrial

Zones, Development Zones, and industrial

estates

http://www.jic.gov.jo/

Jordan Customs Responsible for monitoring importation and

exportation of goods https://www.customs.gov.jo/

Jordan Standards and

Metrology Organization

Responsible for providing technical regulations

and standards, and monitoring the overall

import process of all products with the exception

of pharmaceuticals

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/

86 The Muslim Food Board 87 Point to Point, Country Information –Jordan

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8.2 Key government agencies involved in the specific industries targeted

by Saudi Arabia

There are number of other governmental entities or agencies involved in the import process in Jordan based on the type of

industry or products. A list of key entities or agencies along with the information such as the industry / product types the

serve, their role in the import process, and their websites are given below:

Table 11: Government agencies involved in import for specific industries

Government agency Product/Industry Function/Role Website

Jordan Food and Drug

Administration

Food products and

Pharmaceuticals

Regularizes the import of

food products and

pharmaceuticals

Responsible for the

inspection and testing of food

products and

pharmaceuticals

http://www.jfda.jo/

Telecommunications

Regulatory Commission ICT products

Responsible for monitoring

the importation of

telecommunications

equipment.

Not available

Ministry of Environment Building materials

Responsible for monitoring

the importation of building

materials

http://www.moenv.gov

.jo/

9. Key Standard Agencies and their Approval Process

9.1 Standard Agencies according to Industry

Goods exported by Saudi exporters that are classified within the nine key industries identified by Saudi Exports are certified

by one or more of the following agencies.

1. Jordanian Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO)88 2. Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA)89

88 JSMO 89 JFDA

http://www.jfda.jo/

http://www.moenv.gov.jo/

http://www.moenv.gov.jo/

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Note: The Jordanian product conformity certificate is obtained upon admission of goods into the country. For entry into

Jordan, conformity certificates / test reports issued by accredited conformity bodies are sufficient.90

The matrix in 12 shows the industries and the standard agencies they need to approach for their certification.

Table 12: Standard Agencies for certain industries

S. No Agency 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Web Link

1

Jordanian

Standards and

Metrology

Organization

(JSMO)

http://www.jsmo.g

ov.jo/en/

2

Jordan Food and

Drug

Administration

(JFDA)

http://www.jfda.jo/

Note:

1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 - Packaging, 5 - Consumer Durables, 6 -

Heavy Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry

8 - Pharmaceuticals, 9 - Textiles

9.2 Jordanian Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO)91

JSMO issues product conformity certificates for manufacturers which confirm that their products align with the standards

and technical regulations laid out by the Jordanian government.

JSMO is responsible for the implementation of standards and technical regulations with regard to all goods, products, and

services (with the exception of pharmaceuticals).

9.2.1 Process for Acquiring the Certificate of Conformity- JSMO92

Stage I.: Submission of application form for Certificate of Conformity

The party (a legally licensed Jordanian industrial organization) requesting a conformity certificate shall file a formal

application form with the JSMO-Certification Department. The application form for the same can be accessed via

90 World Trade organisation 91 JSMO 92 JSMO

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/

http://www.jfda.jo/

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http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Department/Our%20Services/Pa

ges/Service-Details.aspx?serviceid=51 and selecting the first option.

Figure 15. JSMO Conformity Certificate Approval Process

Stage II: Inspection of the goods and review of product documents

An official from the relevant Certification department within the organization will inspect the stored goods and draw a

representative sample for testing. Further, he/ she will review all the product documents, including certificates from country

of origin.

Stage III: Laboratory analysis of samples

The samples that have been drawn for analysis are sent to relevant authorized testing bodies 93for a decision on whether the

product is compliant with national standards or not.

93 Intracen

I II III

Laboratory analysis of samples

Inspection of goods and review of documents

Submission of Application

Form

IV

Issuance of Certificate of Conformity

Illustration of JSMO Conformity Certificate Approval Process

= Process stage

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Department/Our%20Services/Pages/Service-Details.aspx?serviceid=51

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Department/Our%20Services/Pages/Service-Details.aspx?serviceid=51

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Stage IV: Issuance of Certificate of Conformity94

If the testing results show that the sample conforms to the standards, the Certification department will issue a Certificate of

Conformity. Alternatively, any mismatch in standards leads to the application for the Certificate of Conformity being rejected

and reasons for the same being provided.

9.2.2 Costs Involved95

There are various cost involved in getting a Conformity Certificate from JSMO and some of the key costs are mentioned in

Table 13.

Table13: Costs Involved in acquiring a Conformity Certificate from JSMO

Type of Fees / Charge Cost

Conformity Certificate Fees SAR 215

Physical Inspection Fees SAR 55

Inspector Fees SAR 55

Misc Fees (Transportation of sample, etc.)

To be borne by

the requesting

party

Additional Copies of Conformity Certificate SAR 55

9.2.3 JSMO Customs Clearance Process for Regulated Goods at the Port96

Stage I: Saudi exporter prepares the documents

The Saudi exporter obtains the below mentioned documents:

1. Test reports / conformity certificates issued by accredited conformity assessment bodies

2. Pre-import clearance / license (where required) from relevant Jordanian authorities (eg. Ministry of Information

and Communications Technology; Ministry of Trade and Industry).

Stage II: Submission and review of documents during customs clearance

The customs clearance agent submits these documents to officials from Jordan Customs Authority, as well as representative

officials from the JSMO during the customs clearance procedure. The officials check the conformity certificates or test reports

for genuineness, validity, and relevance (same manufacturer, product, model, etc.).

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Stage III: JSMO inspects and takes samples of imported products

Depending upon the customs clearance categories assigned by ASYCUDA (red, yellow, or green) that the goods are

channeled into, a physical inspection is then conducted for goods classified as yellow and red in the presence of the customs

clearance agent. For more information on the type of products, kindly visit

https://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/tpr_e/s325_e.pdf *

Goods classified as green are not usually subject to physical checks provided the summary evaluation of the documents

presented is satisfactory.

For medium-risk (yellow) products, provided that the documentation and physical inspection results are satisfactory, the

goods are cleared for entry into the country.

I II III

IV V

Illustration of JSMO Customs Clearance Process

Saudi Exporter prepares documents

JSMO inspects and takes sample of imported product


Release of goods to Importer

Submission and review of documents

Figure 16: JSMO Customs Clearance Process for Regulated Goods at the Port

=Process stage


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For high-risk (red) products, samples are drawn from the consignment for testing and a provisional release authorization is

granted, allowing the importers to store the products until the conformity assessment results are concluded.

Stage IV: Laboratory analysis of samples

JSMO officials send the samples that have been drawn for analysis to relevant authorized testing bodies for a decision on

whether the product is compliant with national standards or not.

Stage V: Release of goods to the importer

On successful review and conformity assessment of the test reports and inspection results, the goods are released to the

importer.


Table 14: Costs Involved in JSMO Customs Clearance


Border inspection fees (for shipments with value equal to or less than SAR 5284) SAR 55

Border inspection fees (for shipments with value more than SAR 5284) SAR 110

9.3 Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA)

Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA) is responsible for regulating the quality and safety of food and pharmaceuticals

in Jordan.

9.3.1 JFDA Clearance Process for Imported Food at the Port98

Stage I: Saudi Exporter prepares the document

The Saudi exporter obtains the below-mentioned approvals and documents:

Pre-import clearance / import license from JFDA/ Ministry of Agriculture depending upon the nature of the

product. Importers of plant and animal products also need to be registered with the Ministry of Industry and Trade

(MITS).

Sanitary and phytosanitary certificates; Halal certificate; Fitness for Human Consumption Certificate; and Product

Validity for Consumption in the Country of Origin Certificate as required from competent authorities in country of

origin.99

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*Kindly copy and paste this link on a web browser to know more information and for updates 98 World Trade Organisation 99Jordan Country Commercial Guide, US Export Guide

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Note: It is advisable to source standards from the JSMO, as JFDA is quite strict about food law violations .100

Stage II: Submission of documents for customs clearance

The customs clearance agent submits the required documents to officials from Jordan Customs Authority, as well as

representatives from JFDA and the Ministry of Agriculture.

Stage III: Review of documents and inspection at customs control101

Products that have been classified as medium-risk are released upon payment of customs fees, provided JFDA, Jordan

Customs Authority, and the Ministry of Agriculture officials are satisfied with the review of the submitted documents, as well

as the physical inspection. Products that have been classified as high-risk are progressed to Stage IV after a preliminary

physical inspection and documents check.

100 USDA Foreign Agricultural Service 101 World Trade Organization

Figure 17: JFDA Customs Clearance Process = Process stage

I II III

IV V

Saudi Exporter prepares documents

Submission of documents for customs clearance

Inspection of goods and review of documents


Release of goods to Importer

Illustrative of JFDA Customs Clearance Process

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Note: Food items are classified as high-risk (red channel) or medium-risk (yellow channel) depending upon the country of

origin, the history of trader, and features of the food items (if they are perishable) by ASYCUDA. The classification is decided

by the Risk Management Unit and Technical Committee, and approved by the Food Control High Committee.

Stage IV: Sampling for laboratory analysis

A physical sample is drawn from the products classified as high-risk and sent for laboratory analysis to determine conformity

with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) requirements. For more information about sanitary and phytosanitary requirements,

kindly visit https://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/tpr_e/s325_e.pdf *

Stage V: Food products are released to the importer

Satisfactory lab results will lead to the products being released to the importer; products non-compliant with SPS

requirements are either re-tested, re-exported within a period specified by the Minister, or destroyed.

9.3.2 Lead Time102

The estimated timeframe for the conclusion of the inspection and laboratory analysis procedures is 24 hours to one week.


Table15: Costs Involved in JFDA Customs Clearance


Inspection and testing (physical, chemical, or microbiological) SAR 160

9.3.4 JFDA Pharmaceutical Products Registration Process104

All pharmaceutical products entering the Jordanian market should be registered with the JFDA. The process for the same is as

follows:

Stage I. Saudi exporter fulfills the pre-requisites

Saudi exporters must compile the documentation necessary for the registration of pharmaceutical products. Information

regarding the key documents required is provided in Section 9.3.5 of this guide

Stage II. Appointment of an agent

The Saudi exporter must appoint a locally-registered Jordanian company as his agent; the agent is then responsible for the

safety, quality, and efficacy of the product.

102 World Trade Organization

*Kindly copy and paste this link on a web browser to know more information and for updates 103 World Trade Organisation 104 Camelot Management Consultants Database


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Stage III. Submission of pharmaceutical products registration application to JFDA

The agent makes a pharmaceutical product registration application and submits the registration dossier / master file

containing the documents compiled by the exporter to the JFDA Drug Directorate Registration Department.

Upon validation of the registration application, ten original products are submitted as samples to the JFDA.

Stage IV. Laboratory analysis of samples105

The submitted samples are subjected to analysis at a JFDA Quality Control Laboratory.

Stage V. Technical Review by JFDA

Upon satisfactory laboratory analyses and manufacturing site approvals, the drug registration file is transferred to the JFDA

Technical Committee for further studies and verification.

105 ASCO

I II III

= Process stage

Illustration of the process for registering Pharmaceutical Products

Technical Review by JFDA


Submission of pharmaceutical products application to JFDA

Appointment of an Authorized Agent in Jordan

Saudi exporter fulfills the pre-requisites

JFDA Approval

IV V IV

Figure 18: Pharmaceutical Products Registration Process

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Stage 6. JFDA Approval

The agent receives approval from the JFDA and the product is entered in the JFDA register.

9.3.5 Key Documents required by the JFDA for pharmaceutical products

registration106

Duly legalized agency declaration form

Free Sales Certificate (CPP)

List of countries where the product was registered

Duly legalized pricing certificate

Product analysis report (For detailed information, kindly visit the link provided below and scroll down to section 8)

http://www.hjds.net/JFDALaws.php

Clinical studies report (For detailed information, kindly visit the link provided below and scroll down to section 9).


Products insert information

Declaration with details about the manufacturing unit

For more detailed information about the documents required, kindly visit the link provided below:


9.3.6 Lead Time107

The approval process for the registration of new pharmaceutical products in Jordan requires approximately 12 months.

10. Packaging and Labelling Regulations –Jordan

10.1 General Industries

10.1.1 Industry Regulator

The regulator for all industries (except pharmaceuticals) in Jordan is the Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization

(JSMO). Kindly visit the link provided below for more information.


106 Al Hakeem 107 ASCO





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10.1.2 Laws and Regulations

The Standards and Metrology Law No. (22) for the Year 2000 confers JSMO with the authority to issue labelling, marking,

and packaging regulations across all industries in the country.

Kindly visit the link provided below for more information.

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/ (Kindly visit the link, click on About Us, click on the drop down menu, and select Laws and

Legislation)

Table16: Minimum labelling requirements

S. No Category Information requirements

1 Product Name

All labels must be in Arabic;

alternatively, an Arabic stick-on

label is acceptable too

2 Manufacturer’s Name and Address

3 Net Weight

4 Fortifying matter (e.g. Vitamins and minerals to powdered

milk)

5 Lot number

6 “Use before” or “Best By” date

10.2 Food Industry

10.2.1 Food Industry Regulator

The regulator of the food industry in Jordan is the JFDA (working in conjunction with JSMO, Ministry of Agriculture, and

Ministry of Health).

10.2.2 Laws and Regulations

For details about the overall labelling requirements for the food industry, kindly visit the link provided below:

http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Labeling-Marking-Requirements

10.2.3 Halal food specifications108

Table17: Halal Food Specifications

S. No Category Information

requirements

1 Listing and illustration of components of fat, meat products or meat

extracts, gelatin, and rennet (if present).

All labels must be in

Arabic; alternatively, an

Arabic stick-on label is

acceptable too 2 “Halal” mark certification number and certifying body

108 World Trade Organization


http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Labeling-Marking-Requirements

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10.3 Pharmaceuticals Industry

10.3.1 Pharmaceuticals Industry Regulator

The regulator of the pharmaceuticals industry in Jordan is the JFDA.

Saudi exporters can visit the link provided below for more information about the industry regulator:

http://www.jfda.jo/

11. References

Footnote Links

1 http://www.economy.gov.lb/?/subSubcatInfo/2/91

2 https://www.customs.gov.jo/english/customs_3_en.shtm

3 http://www.economy.gov.lb/public/uploads/files/2340_7722_8709.pdf

4 http://www.us-sabc.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3318%20

5 http://www.investinyemen.org/content.php?c=1&langid=2&pageid=3


7 https://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/tpr_e/s325_e.pdf *

8 http://www.arabruleoflaw.com/bankruptcyreform/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/JL_18.pdf

9 http://www.arabruleoflaw.com/bankruptcyreform/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/JL_18.pdf

10 enforcement.trade.gov/trcs/downloads/documents/jordan/GSGN1JOR1.doc *



13 http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Import-Requirements-and-Documentation


15 http://www.ita.doc.gov/td/standards/Markets/Africa,%20Near-

East%20and%20South%20Asia/Jordan/Jordan.pdf



18 http://www.intracen.org/uploadedFiles/intracenorg/Content/Exporters/Exporting_Better/Quality

_Management/Redesign/Managing%20Quality%20in%20Jordan.pdf

19 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/LegalAffairsUnit/Documents/StandardsMetrolo

gyLaw%20No22fortheyear%202000.pdf




23 http://www.wipo.int/edocs/lexdocs/laws/en/jo/jo066en.pdf

http://www.jfda.jo/



http://www.economy.gov.lb/public/uploads/files/2340_7722_8709.pdf

http://www.us-sabc.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3318%20

http://www.investinyemen.org/content.php?c=1&langid=2&pageid=3


http://www.economy.gov.ae/Publications/UAE%20Imports%20and%20Exports%20Guide.pdf

http://www.economy.gov.ae/Publications/UAE%20Imports%20and%20Exports%20Guide.pdf







http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Import-Requirements-and-Documentation


http://www.ita.doc.gov/td/standards/Markets/Africa,%20Near-East%20and%20South%20Asia/Jordan/Jordan.pdf

http://www.ita.doc.gov/td/standards/Markets/Africa,%20Near-East%20and%20South%20Asia/Jordan/Jordan.pdf





http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/LegalAffairsUnit/Documents/StandardsMetrologyLaw%20No22fortheyear%202000.pdf

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/LegalAffairsUnit/Documents/StandardsMetrologyLaw%20No22fortheyear%202000.pdf




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27 http://www. jnco.gov.jo/Portals/0/Reports/Chapter%205_Freight%20Transport%20Sector.PDF

28 https://www.iru.org/sites/default/files/2016-01/en-met-transport.pdf

29 http://international.visitjordan.com/generalinformation/gettingaround/bordercrossings.aspx

30 http://destinationksa.com/the-intriguing-border-crossings-of-saudi-arabia/

31 https://www.customs.gov.jo/english/Centers.shtm#12

32 http://open_jicareport.jica.go.jp/pdf/12154381.pdf

33 http://www.camelot-mc.com/ae/home/

34 http://www.linescape.com/

35 http://www.state.gov/e/eb/rls/othr/ics/2015/241612.htm#17


37 http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_ID=1&Page_ID=490&Menu_ID=1

38 http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_ID=1&Page_ID=490&Menu_ID=1

39 http://www.jordanbusinessmagazine.com/sites/default/files/Development.pdf

40 http://www.jdz.jo/?page_id=878



43 http://www.gsicargo.com/private-warehousing.html

44 http://www.alv.jo/

45 https://www.act.com.jo/sites/default/files/new%20tariff%20English%20headed%20final%2020

15.pdf

46 http://ec.europa.eu/agriculture/markets/export_refunds/forms/jo.pdf






52 https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/international-shipments/jordan/customs-and-

transportation *








https://www.iru.org/sites/default/files/2016-01/en-met-transport.pdf

http://international.visitjordan.com/generalinformation/gettingaround/bordercrossings.aspx

http://destinationksa.com/the-intriguing-border-crossings-of-saudi-arabia/

https://www.customs.gov.jo/english/Centers.shtm#12

http://open_jicareport.jica.go.jp/pdf/12154381.pdf

http://www.camelot-mc.com/ae/home/


http://www.joc.com/sailings





http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_ID=1&Page_ID=490&Menu_ID=1

http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_ID=1&Page_ID=490&Menu_ID=1

http://www.jordanbusinessmagazine.com/sites/default/files/Development.pdf

http://www.jdz.jo/?page_id=878


http://www.gsicargo.com/private-warehousing.html

http://www.alv.jo/



http://ec.europa.eu/agriculture/markets/export_refunds/forms/jo.pdf







https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/international-shipments/jordan/customs-and-transportation

https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/international-shipments/jordan/customs-and-transportation





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62 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/InspectionandSurveillanc

eDepartment/InspectionandSurveillanceServices/Pages/ServiceDetails.aspx?serviceid=68






68


69 http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploretopics/trading-across-borders




73 https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=gxhy5ItUYP8C&pg=PA38&lpg=PA38&dq=IMPORTER+CAR

D+JORDAN&source=bl&ots=ocBzceiPU5&sig=hTjiK9LpyXSzWMoQZkey8DMdHIk&hl=en&sa=X

&ved=0ahUKEwjtn56Gm47OAhXIuxQKHXGjDpkQ6AEIVjAJ#v=onepage&q=IMPORTER%20CA

RD%20JORDAN&f=false


75 http://www.internationaltrade.co.uk/articles_print.php?CID=&SCID=&AID=118

76 http://www.export.gov/logistics/eg_main_018121.asp


78 http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_Id=1&Page_Id=348&Menu_ID=41&SubLevel

=1&txt=FAQs#ExportDocs

79 http://www.export.gov/logistics/eg_main_018121.asp

80 http://www.iccwbo.org/chamber-services/trade-facilitation/certificates-of-origin/what-is-a-

certificate-of-origin-/


82 http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Prohibited-Restricted-Imports


84 https://www.saudiexports.sa/ar/Export-Information/Documents/SaudiExportsTurkeyEnglish.pdf

85 http://www.inspection.gc.ca/plants/exports/phytosanitary-

certificates/eng/1299872808479/1299872974262






http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/InspectionandSurveillanceDepartment/InspectionandSurveillanceServices/Pages/ServiceDetails.aspx?serviceid=68

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/InspectionandSurveillanceDepartment/InspectionandSurveillanceServices/Pages/ServiceDetails.aspx?serviceid=68







http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploretopics/trading-across-borders




https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=gxhy5ItUYP8C&pg=PA38&lpg=PA38&dq=IMPORTER+CARD+JORDAN&source=bl&ots=ocBzceiPU5&sig=hTjiK9LpyXSzWMoQZkey8DMdHIk&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjtn56Gm47OAhXIuxQKHXGjDpkQ6AEIVjAJ#v=onepage&q=IMPORTER%20CARD%20JORDAN&f=false





http://www.internationaltrade.co.uk/articles_print.php?CID=&SCID=&AID=118

http://www.export.gov/logistics/eg_main_018121.asp


http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_Id=1&Page_Id=348&Menu_ID=41&SubLevel=1&txt=FAQs#ExportDocs

http://www.jordanecb.org/Public/English.aspx?Site_Id=1&Page_Id=348&Menu_ID=41&SubLevel=1&txt=FAQs#ExportDocs

http://www.export.gov/logistics/eg_main_018121.asp

http://www.iccwbo.org/chamber-services/trade-facilitation/certificates-of-origin/what-is-a-certificate-of-origin-/

http://www.iccwbo.org/chamber-services/trade-facilitation/certificates-of-origin/what-is-a-certificate-of-origin-/





https://www.saudiexports.sa/ar/Export-Information/Documents/SaudiExportsTurkeyEnglish.pdf

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/plants/exports/phytosanitary-certificates/eng/1299872808479/1299872974262

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/plants/exports/phytosanitary-certificates/eng/1299872808479/1299872974262

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86 http://www.tmfb.net/halal-certification/halal-certification

87 http://point-point.com/country-information-jordan/

88 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Pages/Jsmo-Story.aspx

89 http://www.jfda.jo/


91 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Pages/Jsmo-Story.aspx

92 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Depart

ment/General%20Instructions%20for%20Certification/Documents/CC%20Instructions-

NonJordanian-2-200

93 http://www.intracen.org/uploadedFiles/intracenorg/Content/Exporters/Exporting_Better/Quality

_Management/Redesign/Managing%20Quality%20in%20Jordan.pdf

94 http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Depart


NonJordanian-2-2

95

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Depart


NonJordanian-2-2005.pdf




99 http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Prohibited-Restricted-Imports

100 http://agriexchange.apeda.gov.in/IR_Standards/Import_Regulation/Food%20and%20Agricultural

%20Import%20Regulations%20and%20Standards%20%20NarrativeAmmanJordan12292015.pd

f




104 http://www.camelot-mc.com/ae/home/

105 https://am.asco.org/drug-approval-process-jordan

106 http://www.hjds.net/JFDALaws.php

107 https://am.asco.org/drug-approval-process-jordan


*Kindly copy and paste this link on a web browser to know more information and for updates

http://www.tmfb.net/halal-certification/halal-certification

http://point-point.com/country-information-jordan/

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Pages/Jsmo-Story.aspx

http://www.jfda.jo/

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Pages/Jsmo-Story.aspx

http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Department/General%20Instructions%20for%20Certification/Documents/CC%20Instructions-NonJordanian-2-200








http://www.jsmo.gov.jo/en/Who%20are%20we/Organizationstructure/certification%20Department/General%20Instructions%20for%20Certification/Documents/CC%20Instructions-NonJordanian-2-2005.pdf






http://apps.export.gov/article?id=Jordan-Prohibited-Restricted-Imports

http://agriexchange.apeda.gov.in/IR_Standards/Import_Regulation/Food%20and%20Agricultural%20Import%20Regulations%20and%20Standards%20%20NarrativeAmmanJordan12292015.pdf






http://www.camelot-mc.com/ae/home/

https://am.asco.org/drug-approval-process-jordan


https://am.asco.org/drug-approval-process-jordan
