Tenancy, Rent & Eviction in Jordan: Your Rights (2026)
Jordan Owners & Tenants Law 11/1994: old vs new contracts (31 Aug 2000 cutoff), no self-help eviction, and succession protection (Art. 7).
In Jordan, contracts from 31 Aug 2000 are freely contracted (rent set by the contract, no unilateral mid-term increase). Older contracts are rent-controlled, with increases following Council-of-Ministers percentages reviewed every 5 years. The amendments removed fixed statutory eviction deadlines, so eviction now almost always requires a court judgment; family members enjoy strong succession protection (Article 7).
FAQ
What is the difference between old and new rent in Jordan?
31 August 2000 is the cutoff: contracts from that date are freely contracted, while older ones are rent-controlled with Council-of-Ministers percentage increases and stronger tenant protection.
Can a landlord evict me himself in Jordan?
No. The amendments removed fixed statutory eviction deadlines, so eviction requires a court judgment, and cutting utilities or changing locks is prohibited.
What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in Jordan?
Under Article 7, resident family members (and a divorced custodial wife) may remain, unless the landlord recovers the property under an Article 5 ground.