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Law No. 24 of 1973 on Residence and Foreigners' Affairs

Year: 1973

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Nationality, Integration & Public Affairs, Documentation

Link to external source: https://www.refworld.org/node/14194
Description

Law No. 24 of 1973 on Residence and Foreigners' Affairs in Jordan governs the entry, residency, and rights of foreigners within the country. This objective of the law is to manage the presence of foreigners in Jordan, including refugees and migrant workers, and plays a significant role in the country’s immigration policy.

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