Digital Economy and ICT
Top 10 Globally
In Availability of Competent Senior Managers (IMD)
# 20 Worldwide
In National Cyber Security Index (NCSI)
For Mobile App Development as a percentage of GDP (GII, 2024)
TAP INTO A REGIONALLY LEADING TECH ECOSYSTEM
Overview of Jordan’s Digital Economy and ICT Sector
Jordan’s vibrant ICT sector is fast-evolving, leveraging abundant talent including the region’s highest number of engineers per capita and a strong academic pipeline, with 22% of graduates in STEM.
The sector benefits from this talent pool, a supportive ecosystem with 0% tax on exported services, robust digital infrastructure, and political and financial stability. With more than 48,000 skilled employees serving companies regionally and globally, and growing at 19% annually, ICT is Jordan’s fastest-growing industry.
Why Jordan for Your Digital Economy & ICT Investment ?
Skilled talent & Academic Excellence
Jordan offers a competitive talent pool, supported by a strong academic foundation and high English
language proficiency making it a trusted hub for global digital operations
• 36 universities nationwide
• 22% of graduates hold degrees in STEM fields
• High proficiency in English and strong gender diversity in ICT education
Competitive Business Environment
Jordan offers one of the region’s most attractive business environments for ICT investors combining generous tax incentives, macroeconomic stability, and competitive labor costs
• 0% income tax on exported services
• 0% sales tax on IT services
• Corporate tax rates as low as 5%
Digital Infrastructure
Jordan’s advanced digital infrastructure ensures seamless connectivity and scalability for ICT operations
• 92.5% internet penetration
• Over 9.1 million users
• Nationwide fiber optic coverage and mobile broadband (5G and 4G)
• Up to 2.8 petabytes of connectivity through Aqaba
Global Competitiveness
Jordan consistently ranks among leading countries in global digital economy indicators, reflecting its competitiveness and innovation capacity
• Ranked 20th globally in cybersecurity (ITU)
• 2nd in MENA for mobile app development relative to GDP
Government Support Programs
The Government of Jordan supports the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector through the USD 200 million Youth, Technology, and Jobs (YTJ) Program, which provides financial and technical incentives to promote business expansion, talent development, and market access
Employment Subsidies: Covers up to 50% of new employees’ salaries for the first six months. Available to digital and digitally enabled companies with at least one year of operation and a clear hiring plan
Market Expansion: Offers matching grants of up to USD 100,000 to support business development activities, including securing new contracts in local, regional, or international markets
Skilling to Cover Specific Needs: Provides training grants of up to USD 500,000 for contracting specialized training providers to upskill youth in high-demand digital technologies
Graduate Internship Program (GIP): Supports 12-month placements of ICT graduates in private sector companies, with 50% of monthly salaries subsidized by the government
Venture Capital Ecosystem
Jordan is home to an active venture capital environment led by the Innovative Startups and Innovation Startups & SMES fund (ISSF), supported by the World Bank and international partners
• Strong pipeline of local and international VCs
• Increased fund size and diversity between 2017 and 2025
• Active accelerators, corporate VCs, and regional funds
• ISSF catalyzing investment through co-funding and ecosystem development
Intellectual Property Protection
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION 2025
Jordan enforces robust intellectual property laws in line with international standards, fostering a secure
environment for R&D and digital innovation• Ranked #46 globally in IP protection (IPRI 2024)
• Signatory to:
◦ Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property
◦ Patent Cooperation Treaty
◦ Madrid Protocol
• Member of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Competitive Utilities And Financial Access
Jordan offers a highly cost-effective environment for ICT enterprises, supported by competitive electricity tariffs and moderate interest rates reducing the overall cost of doing business
Electricity Tariffs: Jordan offers some of the lowest non-residential electricity rates in the region a critical advantage for data-intensive industries
Interest Rates: Jordan maintains moderate commercial interest rates compared to several emerging and regional economies
Key Sub-Sectors
Main Players
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO):
IT Outsourcing (ITO)
Software Development
Digital Financial Services (FinTech)
Cloud & Data Center Services
Gaming
What our partners say
Investor Testimonials
Insight Tables
High-Potential Investment projects in Digital Economy & ICT
Jordan offers high-potential investment opportunities across ICT, digital services, and innovation-driven subsectors:
- BPO and ITO hubs: Capitalize on Jordan’s skilled, multilingual workforce and favorable time zone for global service delivery.
- Tech R&D centers: Jordan is an ideal location for product development labs snd R&D centers.
- Startup investment & venture capital: A launchpad for scalable tech ventures with strong exit history.
- Cloud computing, SaaS, and cybersecurity: Build products backed by Jordan’s strong talent and supportive ecosystem.
- EdTech and HealthTech: Build innovative solutions backed by Jordan’s strong ICT capabilities and cross-sectoral strengths.
