Customs Clearance in Jordan

Where we clear

Vertex handles clearance at the entry points that matter for Jordanian trade: the air cargo terminal at Queen Alia International Airport, Aqaba Port for sea freight, and the land crossings used for regional road movements.

What the process involves

Clearance is a document and classification exercise before it is a physical one. The declared HS code drives the duty rate, the permits required and whether the shipment is selected for inspection, so accuracy at the start saves days later.

• HS classification and duty/tax estimate before arrival
• Declaration filing with Jordan Customs
• Coordination of inspection and any required testing
• Duty and tax settlement, release and onward delivery

Free zones and temporary admission

Goods that are being stored, re-exported or brought in temporarily follow different regimes to standard home-use imports. Tell us the intended use of the cargo before it ships and we will advise which regime applies to your case.

Frequently asked questions

How much is customs duty and sales tax in Jordan?

Customs duty depends on the HS classification of the goods; on top of that, most imports carry Jordan General Sales Tax (standard rate 16 percent, some categories differ). We confirm the exact figures before arrival.

How long does customs clearance take in Jordan?

When the classification and documents are correct and duty is arranged before arrival, clearance is usually quick. Delays come from missing paperwork, misclassification or inspection.

Can Vertex clear a shipment another company arranged?

Yes. We can act as your customs broker in Jordan even when the freight was arranged elsewhere, at Queen Alia, Aqaba or the land borders.

What is the ASYCUDA system?

ASYCUDA World is the electronic system Jordan Customs uses to process declarations and route shipments to inspection channels.

Duties and taxes in Jordan

Customs duty is set by the HS classification of the goods, and on top of duty most imports carry Jordan General Sales Tax (standard rate 16 percent, some categories differ). Getting the HS code right is the biggest lever on your landed cost. Estimate it with our HS code lookup, and we confirm the applicable duty and tax before your cargo arrives.

Documents for clearance

Clearance generally needs a commercial invoice and packing list, the bill of lading or air waybill, a certificate of origin, and any product permits or approvals such as JFDA for food and pharma. Jordan Customs processes declarations through ASYCUDA World.

Freight and clearance together

Because we run clearance in house, freight and customs stay with one team. Clearing an inbound shipment? Pair it with air freight via Amman or ocean freight via Aqaba.