Workers' Rights in Jordan
Plain information about workers' rights, evidence to keep and steps you can take.
What does the law say (plain)?
Article 120 allows the Minister to appoint conciliation officers from Ministry staff to mediate collective labour disputes for a defined area and period. This is the first step before the Conciliation Board and Labour Court.
Article 137 assigns individual labour disputes to the Magistrate Court (summary proceedings) decided within 3 months; appeals within 10 days. Labour cases are exempt from court fees including enforcement.
Article 138 sets limitation periods: 1 month for complaints about violations of the Law, and 2 years for claims of rights arising under the Law. Workers should file wages/termination claims within 2 years; wage authority claims within 6 months of leaving if filed there.