Checklist of Documents Required to Register a Company in Aqaba

Good document preparation is the fastest route to completing your company registration in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone. Many delays come down to a missing page or a small error in a document. In this article, we give you a practical checklist organized by stage. The required documents are those set out by the Establishments Registration Regulation and the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Law No. 32 of 2000, plus sector approvals that vary by activity. For the full picture of the formation process, see our Complete Guide to Registering Your Company in Aqaba.

First: Partner and Owner Documents

These documents are essential for any application and are prepared at the outset:

• A clear copy of each foreign partner's passport (valid).
• A copy of each Jordanian partner's national ID.
• A recent personal photo of each partner (on request).
• Full contact details for each partner (phone, email, address).

Second: Core Company Documents

These relate to the company's identity and structure:

• Three proposed trade names, ordered by preference.
• A detailed description of the commercial activity to be carried out.
• The capital amount and the distribution of shares between partners.
• The articles and memorandum of association (we draft these for you).

Third: Premises and Address Documents

The zone authority requires proof of the company's premises:

• A lease contract or proof of the right to use premises within Aqaba.
• A description of the premises' location and type of use (office, warehouse, shop, etc.).

Fourth: Additional Documents by Case

Some requirements vary depending on the entity or activity:

• For a foreign company branch: Attested and translated parent-company registration documents, and a board resolution to open the branch (see the entity types and which one suits you).
• For regulated or restricted activities: Special sector approvals or licenses (for example, certain tourism or health activities); some activities are also prohibited, restricted, or require a concession, so we review your activity before starting to confirm it can be registered.
• When acting by proxy: A notarized authorization empowering whoever acts on your behalf to complete the procedures.

Note: Completing the registration documents earns you the registration certificate, but actually commencing operations may require additional operational documents and approvals depending on the activity — such as a public safety certificate, public health certificate, environmental approval, or a work-commencement permit. We clarify what applies to your case so you don't begin with an incomplete file.

Tips to Avoid Delays

• Make sure all documents are valid, clear, and not cropped.
• Attest and translate foreign documents in advance — this step can take time.
• Settle ownership shares and the activity description before drafting the contract to avoid revisions.
• Keep organized digital copies of every document to speed up any later request.

Quick Checklist

Before submitting, make sure you have:

1. IDs/passports of all partners.
2. The proposed trade names.
3. The activity description, capital, and share percentages.
4. The articles and memorandum of association.
5. Proof of premises.
6. Any required sector approvals or authorizations.

Conclusion

Having a clear list of documents from the start cuts weeks of potential delay. And if you'd like us to make sure your file is complete before submission, we provide a precise list tailored to your activity and review every document with you. Get in touch and let's start preparing your file with confidence.