Jordan
Jordan
Jordan is one of the countries most affected by the Syrian crisis. Some 600,000 refugees are registered with UNHCR, predominantly from Syria, with large groups from Iraq, Yemen, Sudan, and Somalia.

Key statistics
742,011
people were displaced or stateless (or returning from forced displacement) within the country at the end of 2024
675,388
people were registered as refugees in the country at the end of 2024, mostly from the Syrian Arab Republic and Iraq
$372.8 million
are needed in 2025 to ensure that operations and programmes in Jordan are sustained
Jordan hosts one of the world’s largest refugee populations per capita, with around 600,000 refugees registered with UNHCR - primarily Syrians, alongside Iraqis, Yemenis, Sudanese, Somalis, and others. Around 81% live in urban areas rather than camps, placing considerable pressure on Jordan’s infrastructure and host communities.
Despite these challenges, Jordan continues to lead by example, including refugees in national systems such as health and education, and allowing Syrians to work in designated sectors. UNHCR works in close partnership with the Government of Jordan, national institutions, and international partners to deliver protection and assistance to both refugees and affected Jordanian communities.
Through regular cash assistance, UNHCR supports vulnerable refugees to meet their basic needs. It has also pioneered innovative approaches, such as distributing assistance via mobile wallets, enhancing flexibility, security, and autonomy for recipients.
UNHCR maintains a strong presence in Jordan, operating from three main offices in Amman, Irbid, and Mafraq, and active engagement in the Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps. In these camps, UNHCR leads on camp coordination and a wide range of services including protection, shelter, livelihoods, energy, and community outreach.
More than a decade into the Syria crisis, the refugee response in Jordan is facing a critical funding gap. UNHCR is working closely with the government, donors, and partners to sustain essential services and strengthen long-term support for both refugees and host communities.
Syria’s protracted conflict has displaced over 5.6 million people across the region, including approximately 600,000 Syrians currently registered in Jordan, underscoring the Kingdom’s vital role in the regional response.
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Strategy - Country
Strategy
Street Address:
Khalda, 319 Wasfi Al-Tal St. corner George Musa Fram St, Amman, Jordan
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 17101, 11195 Amman, Jordan
Phone:
+962 6 530 2000
Time zone:
GMT +3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:00 - 15:45
- Tuesday: 8:00 - 15:45
- Wednesday: 8:00 - 15:45
- Thursday: 8:00 - 15:45
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:00 - 15:45
Irbid Field Office
Street Address:
Zabda Farkouh, L701, P11, Irbid, Jordan
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 3771, 21110 Irbid, Jordan
Phone:
+962 2 720 1900
Fax:
+962 2 724 9429
Time zone:
GMT +3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:30 - 16:15
- Tuesday: 8:30 - 16:15
- Wednesday: 8:30 - 16:15
- Thursday: 8:30 - 16:15
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:30 - 16:15
RO – Regional Office
Street Address:
Bldg. 177, Princess Basma Street, Abdoun Alshamali, Amman, Jordan
Mailing Address:
P.O.Box 940033, 11194 Amman, Jordan
Phone:
+962 0 6 5100 460
Fax:
+962 0 6 586 2331
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Wednesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Thursday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:30 - 16:00