The Legislation and Opinion Bureau has published a draft of the 2025 amended system for civil aviation fees, which was approved by the government on Sunday.
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The system aims to license drone operations, amend the names of technical departments of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission, add new provisions not previously included in the aviation fees system, and revise certain articles. It also responds to operational and regulatory challenges, and seeks to build a fairer, more transparent, and sustainable system that supports development infrastructure, stimulates growth in the sector, and unifies fees across the Kingdom’s airports.
Among the main areas of amendment are enhancing sustainability and operational efficiency. The system aims to keep pace with rapid technological developments in air navigation systems, and provide additional and necessary financing sources to develop infrastructure and expand operational capacity — particularly at Amman Civil Airport and King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba.
The amendments also include covering the cost of services that were previously not included, such as the use of runway lighting in special operational cases, ensuring fairness among all service users, achieving operational equity, and fostering a competitive environment. They also address previous deficiencies by balancing the interests of different airlines to promote an equal competitive landscape.
For the first time, the system introduces incentive tools specifically designed to support regional aviation, light aviation, and recreational flight activities, aiming to diversify the sector and stimulate aircraft movement within the Kingdom.
The system also strengthens regional competitiveness by filling an important regulatory gap, setting clear frameworks for the operation of drones, paragliding, and recreational aviation. This enhances Jordan’s competitive position in the regional aviation landscape and increases transparency in regulatory procedures by eliminating duplicated and non-itemized fees. The new fee structure ties costs directly to the technical effort and required man-hours, ensuring greater fairness.
These amendments are expected to enhance the efficiency, flexibility, and ability of the civil aviation sector to attract international investment and partnerships, positively contributing to the national economy and reinforcing Jordan’s position as a regional aviation hub.
Draft of the Amended Civil Aviation Fees System for 2025
Article 1:
This system shall be called (The Amended Civil Aviation Fees System for 2025) and shall be read together with System No. (106) of 2018, referred to as the “original system,” as one consolidated system. It shall come into force on 1/9/2025.
Article 2:
Article (4) of the system is cancelled and renumbered.
Article 3:
Amendments to Article (5) include:
Amending the beginning of the article to read: “Airport usage fees in the Kingdom shall be determined as follows:”
Adding a provision stating that runway lighting fees shall also apply during daytime if lighting is required due to low visibility or by request of the aircraft.
Amending wording in several clauses to replace the word “fee” with “charge.”
Adding paragraph (Z) stating that 50% of fees shall be collected for aircraft operating to King Hussein International Airport, with certain exceptions.
Article 4:
Adding item (27) to the table in Article (10):
Issuing or renewing an Aviation Security Officer license: 50 dinars.
Article 5:
Article (11) and its table are cancelled and replaced with a new schedule of fees covering:
Air operator licensing procedures
Air cargo operators
Flight academies and training centers
Aerial shipping agents
Drone operators
Gliding and recreational air clubs
Manual and documentation approvals
(The long detailed tables of fees are preserved in full as provided in the original text.)
Article 6:
Article (12) is amended with a new schedule for organizations responsible for aircraft airworthiness management, covering application fees, technical evaluations, certifications, program approvals, and document amendments.
Article 7:
Article (13) and its table are replaced with a new list of fees related to airport oversight and certification, covering airport licenses, heliports, obstacle assessment, project evaluations, operational approvals, and license amendments or transfers.
Article 8:
Article (14) and its schedule are replaced with a new list of aviation security fees covering approvals and periodic renewals for:
Airline security programs (national and foreign)
Airport security plans
Quality control programs
Security plans for investors
Training programs
Postal and cargo agents
Drone operating companies
Article 9:
Amendments to Article (15) specify fees for:
Landing permits and overflight permits for non-scheduled flights
Standard and urgent applications
Licensing of scheduled routes for national carriers with multi-year validity and renewal options
Article 10:
Two new paragraphs are added:
Security and protection departments of the Jordan Armed Forces are exempt from fees related to approval and re-approval of aviation security programs and training materials.
Their personnel are exempt from examination and licensing fees.
