---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "middle_east", "legal"]
aliases: ["JO", "JOR", "الأردن"]
created: 2026-06-01
updated: 2026-04-02
compile_into: ["[[country--jordan]]"]
sources:
  - name: "https://www.cbj.gov.jo"
    url: "https://www.cbj.gov.jo"
    type: "official"
---

#  Jordan (JO) — Crypto Regulation

> Jordan enacted Law No. 14 of 2025 (the Virtual Assets Dealing Law), effective 14 September 2025, establishing the country's first comprehensive legal framework for virtual assets. The Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) is the primary regulator, responsible for licensing all VASPs. Four license categories exist: platform operators, custodians, brokers, and financial services providers. AML/CFT compliance including Travel Rule and STRs to the FIU is mandatory. The CBJ's earlier blanket ban on institutional crypto dealing has been superseded; banks may now offer crypto services with CBJ pre-approval. Implementing Regulation No. 94 of 2025 sets detailed licensing fees and capital requirements.

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 25/100 (Low Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Low |
| Region | [[domain--middle-east|middle east]] |
| Currency | [[entity--jod|JOD]] |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| Capital Gains (Personal) | Subject to income tax brackets (5-25%) |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | 20% standard CIT |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Mining Tax | No specific guidance |
| Staking Tax | Likely taxable as income |
| Airdrop Tax | Unclear |

No crypto-specific tax guidance available.

## Licensing

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | [[entity--jsc|JSC]] |
| Framework | Law No. 14 of 2025 – Law Regulating Dealings in Virtual Assets; Regulation No. 94 of 2025 – Virtual Asset Service Providers Licensing Regulation |
| Ease | very_complex |
| Cost | N/A |
| Timeline | N/A months |

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |
| Travel Rule | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |
| FATF Member | <span style="color:var(--text-dim,#888)">&mdash;</span> |

## DeFi

**Status:** Restricted

## Stablecoins

**Status:** Restricted

## NFTs

**Status:** unregulated

## Mining

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Legal | No |
| Electricity Cost | $0.09/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 5% |
| Climate | arid |
| Infrastructure | fair |

Mining is restricted due to regulatory bans on institutional crypto use. Electricity costs are moderate, with low renewable energy penetration. Infrastructure is fair but limited for large-scale mining.

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | moderate |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 47/100 |
| Ease of Business | moderate |
| Internet Freedom | partly_free |
| Banking Access | restricted |

## Enforcement

No detailed enforcement information available

## CBDC Status: research

## FAQ

### Is cryptocurrency legal in Jordan?

Jordan enacted Law No. 14 of 2025 (the Virtual Assets Dealing Law), effective 14 September 2025, establishing the country's first comprehensive legal framework for virtual assets. The Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) is the primary regulator, responsible for licensing all VASPs. Four license categories exist: platform operators, custodians, brokers, and financial services providers. AML/CFT compliance including Travel Rule and STRs to the FIU is mandatory. The CBJ's earlier blanket ban on inst

### Are VASPs licensed in Jordan?

Yes, licensing is required for VASPs.

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*Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.dev/crypto-map/). Last reviewed: 2026-06-01.*

**Sources:**
- [https://www.cbj.gov.jo](https://www.cbj.gov.jo)