Sports betting is illegal in Jordan under the Penal Code of 1960, which prohibits all forms of gambling activities throughout the country (1). As a Muslim-majority nation, Jordan enforces strict gambling restrictions with no casinos, sportsbooks, bingo halls, or even a national lottery permitted within its borders.
The Jordanian government does not issue gambling licenses and has no designated gambling authority, relying solely on the Penal Code of 1960 with its references to gambling prohibition (2). The government actively blocks access to online gambling sites and maintains enforcement measures against gambling operations, though there is no specific licensing process or tax model established for gambling activities.
"There is, however, no official Jordanian gambling law nor a designated authority. Just the Penal Code of 1960, with some references on gambling."
Despite the comprehensive prohibition on domestic gambling, Jordanian citizens can technically access foreign online sportsbooks that operate legally in other jurisdictions, though such activities remain against local law. The government maintains active monitoring of online gambling activities and has implemented measures to block access to international gambling websites. Unlike neighboring countries that have established regulated gambling frameworks or exceptions for certain activities, Jordan maintains a complete prohibition on all forms of gambling without any indication of future liberalization.
Source:
https://www.wipo.int/wipolex/en/legislation/details/15077
https://www.constituteproject.org/constitution/Jordan_2016
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
