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Moving to Jordan
Moving to Jordan? We provide you with the best International Shipping and Moving services that best fit in your budget and moving needs. Depending on your choice of move, your budget varies.
When Moving to Jordan
At International Moving, we will make your move smooth and memorable. Our experts will offer you with the best International shipping options. Your criteria may include:
- When will you be moving to Jordan?
- Do you have a preference for air or sea shipping and what is the availability?
- How long do you intend to stay in Jordan?
The Cost of Moving to Jordan
If you’re looking to relocate between Jordan and USA, cost of your move depends on cubic footage of your cargo. This also depends on the distance you’re travelling and car shipping will be extra. Your budget varies with the choice of your move.
To get the exact estimation of cost for moving to Jordan from the USA, Fix an appointment with a site inspector. Home survey will help you to get the best and proper estimates for all your valuable belongings and also the cubic footage weight.
About Jordan
Named after the Jordan river, Jordan is officially known as the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and is sometimes abbreviated as JK (Jordan Kingdom). Jordan is rich with many archaeological sites and landmarks like mosques, tombs etc that are listed in the New Seven Wonders of the World and also recognized as world heritage sites by UNESCO.
Bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, and Israel, Jordan is a part of the region that is considered as “the cradle of civilization’. The highest point of Jordan is Jabal Umm al Dami while the lowest is Dead Sea. The summer in Jordan is semi-dry while the winters are relatively cold.
The culture of Jordan is Arab either in its language, beliefs, values or ethnicities as it is situated in the heart of Southwest Asia. The most popular sport in Jordan is football followed by basketball. The rural Zajal songs of Jordan are very popular.
Jordan is a founding member of the Arab League, WTO, AFESD, Arab Parliament, AIDMO, AMF, IMF, UNHRC, GAFTA, GCC, ESCWA, ENP, International Criminal Court and the United Nations. The export and import partners of Jordan are US, Iraq, India, Saudi Arabia, Syria, UAE, China, Germany and Egypt.
Custom Regulations for Jordan:
*NOTE: THAT CUSTOMERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS CLEARING THE RESTRICTED ITEMS SHOWN BELOW THROUGH CUSTOMS AND SIGNIFICANT LOSS AND DAMAGE HAVE BEEN REPORTED.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (original)
- Residence Visa and rental contract
- Residence Permit
- Work Permit
- Descriptive Inventory (showing contents of all cartons - PBO "Packed by Owner" and misc. "miscellaneous" not acceptable)
- House lease contract (copy) if available -Children Admission to school certificate (copy) if available
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Returning Jordanians may import used household goods and personal effects duty-free provided the goods have been used by the customer prior to import, be for the customer's continued use, and be consistent with the customer's standing
- Used household goods are subject to duty
- Shipment must arrive within six months of customer
- All shipments inspected
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Electrical appliances, radio sets, musical instruments and carpets
- New and some used furniture
- New items
- Refrigerators, carpets, washing machines, microwave ovens
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons and ammunition
- Drugs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Wireless equipment (CB, walkie talkies)
- *ALL PRINTED MATTER, BOOKS, PICTURES, RECORDS, FILMS, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, ETC. ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS)
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Highly taxed, according to owner's immigration status
- Vehicles five years old or older not permitted
- Documents required:
- Registration
- Triptique
- License
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Motto : God, Homeland, Sovereign
Capital : Amman
National Anthem : "Al-salam Al-malaki Al-urdoni" ("The Royal Anthem of Jordan")
Geography
Location : Middle East, northwest of Saudi Arabia
Area : Total : 89,342 sq kmLand : 88,802 sq km
Water : 540 sq km
Climate : Mostly arid desert; rainy season in west (November To April)
People
Nationality : Jordanian(s)
Population : 6,508,271 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : AMMAN (capital) 1.088 million (2009)
Languages : Arabic (official), English widely understood among upper and middle classes
Economy
GDP : $33.79 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Jordanian dinars (JOD) per US dollar - 0.709 (2010), 0.709 (2009), 0.709 (2008), 0.709 (2007), 0.709 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 18 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 7,891 km
Waterways : N/A
Ports & Terminals : Al 'Aqabah
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