Companies Law No. 22 of 1997
The Companies Law No. 22 of 1997 and its amendments establish the comprehensive legal framework for company formation, registration, governance, and operations in Jordan.
Key Provisions
Companies Law No. 22 of 1997 covers the following:
- Company formation, registration, and legal status requirements
- Shareholder rights, corporate governance, and management obligations
- Financial reporting, disclosure requirements, and transparency standards
- Company amendments, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring procedures
- Liquidation, insolvency, and company deregistration processes
Scope of Application
Covers all company types operating in Jordan, including limited liability companies, private shareholding companies, public shareholding companies, partnerships, and foreign company branches.
Official References and Documents
Full text of the Companies Law governing company registration
Recent amendments to the Companies Law