Middle EastShipping Heavy Equipment to Jordan
Jordan serves as a strategic logistics hub for the Levant region. The Port of Aqaba provides efficient access for heavy equipment destined for Jordanian projects or transit to neighboring countries.
Main Ports
- Port of Aqaba
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO)
- Import License
- Aqaba Special Economic Zone
Common Cargo
- Construction Machinery
- Mining Equipment
- Generators
Main Ports in Jordan
Port of Aqaba
Major Seaport
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Jordan
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Port of Aqaba | Container / RoRo | 22–30 days |
| Savannah, GA | Aqaba | Breakbulk / Container | 22–30 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Jordan
We ship to Jordan (Port of Aqaba) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 22-30 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Jordan
Jordan charges 0% customs duty on passenger cars but applies a tiered Special Tax plus 16% General Sales Tax (and a 2% income tax) on the CIF value. A November 2025 reform cut rates: gasoline to ≈51%, hybrids to ≈39%, and a flat ≈27% for EVs.
- Import Duty
- 0% customs duty on passenger cars
- VAT / Sales Tax
- General Sales Tax 16% (plus 2% income tax)
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Special Tax ≈51% gasoline / ≈39% hybrid / ≈27% EV (Nov 2025 reform)
Source: Jordan Customs / Income and Sales Tax Department (ISTD) · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Gasoline/hybrid passenger cars must be 5 years or newer (2021+ in 2026); EVs must be 3 years or newer. Left-hand-drive only; diesel passenger cars are not permitted. Vehicles must meet recognised standards (EU/US/GCC).
Source: Jordan Customs (Nov 2025 reform) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO)
Equipment must comply with Jordanian standards administered by JSMO.
Import License
Commercial imports require licensing from the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Aqaba Special Economic Zone
Imports through ASEZA benefit from reduced customs duties and streamlined procedures.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Jordan
- All imports enter via the Port of Aqaba and are inspected/cleared at the Zarqa Free Zone.
- Aqaba is also a transit gateway to Iraq.
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