Amman, jJly 22 (Petra) -- The Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday additional travel facilities for Syrian investors and businesspeople entering Jordan, expanding visa-free access to include their immediate family members.

The decision builds on earlier measures aimed at simplifying entry procedures for all investors and business figures to support the national economy, the ministry said in a statement. Previous regulations permitted Syrian investors and business leaders holding premium- or first-category membership cards from Syrian chambers of commerce to enter the Kingdom without prior approval, enabling them to oversee investments and explore business opportunities in Jordan.

Under the new decision, spouses and children under the age of 18 of eligible Syrian business figures and investors will also be allowed to enter the Kingdom without requiring prior approval, further facilitating their travel and business operations.

//Petra// AF