Our Platforms
48
Years in Serving the Banking Sector
About ABJ
Seeks to Upgrade And Advance the Banking Business
The Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ) was established in 1978 and became an institution under the provisions of Banking Law No. (28) issued in 2000. With 20 member banks, membership in the association is mandatory for all banks in the banking sector. Our vision is to uphold our pioneering role as one of the most proficient banking associations in the region by providing services to member banks to support and enable them to maximize their contributions to achieving sustainable development in the Kingdom.
The Association of Banks in Jordan is considered a fundamental pillar in the banking sector in Jordan, aiming to elevate and advance banking operations, nurture the interests of member banks, enhance cooperation among its members and other stakeholders, and achieve the highest levels of coordination among them. The association diligently strives to develop and improve banking service delivery methods in accordance with the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Additionally, it aims to effectively influence the regulatory landscape governing banking operations in Jordan, enhance transparency and trust in the banking sector, achieve financial stability, and solidify banking practices and norms, following unified systems and procedures for this purpose, and reinforcing the role of banks as a key driver of economic development in Jordan.
ABJ is a proud member of the Union of Arab Banks, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), and the Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN).
The Association of Banks in Jordan is considered a fundamental pillar in the banking sector in Jordan, aiming to elevate and advance banking operations, nurture the interests of member banks, enhance cooperation among its members and other stakeholders, and achieve the highest levels of coordination among them. The association diligently strives to develop and improve banking service delivery methods in accordance with the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Additionally, it aims to effectively influence the regulatory landscape governing banking operations in Jordan, enhance transparency and trust in the banking sector, achieve financial stability, and solidify banking practices and norms, following unified systems and procedures for this purpose, and reinforcing the role of banks as a key driver of economic development in Jordan.
ABJ is a proud member of the Union of Arab Banks, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), and the Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN).
To maintain our pioneering role as one of the most efficient associations of banks in the region by providing services to member banks so as to boost their capabilities and enable them to maximize their contributions to achieving sustainable development in the kingdom.
We seek to upgrade and advance the banking business by safeguarding the interests of member banks, and to achieve the highest levels of coordination among them and with the other partners as well. We aspire to develop and upgrade the process of delivering banking services and enhance the concepts and norms of banking business, in addition to following unified systems and measures for this purpose.
The Association of Banks in Jordan (ABJ) was established in 1978 and became an institution under the provisions of Banking Law No. (28) issued in 2000. With 20 member banks, membership in the association is mandatory for all banks in the banking sector. Our vision is to uphold our pioneering role as one of the most proficient banking associations in the region by providing services to member banks to support and enable them to maximize their contributions to achieving sustainable development in the Kingdom.
The Association of Banks in Jordan is considered a fundamental pillar in the banking sector in Jordan, aiming to elevate and advance banking operations, nurture the interests of member banks, enhance cooperation among its members and other stakeholders, and achieve the highest levels of coordination among them. The association diligently strives to develop and improve banking service delivery methods in accordance with the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Additionally, it aims to effectively influence the regulatory landscape governing banking operations in Jordan, enhance transparency and trust in the banking sector, achieve financial stability, and solidify banking practices and norms, following unified systems and procedures for this purpose, and reinforcing the role of banks as a key driver of economic development in Jordan.
ABJ is a proud member of the Union of Arab Banks, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), and the Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN).
The Association of Banks in Jordan is considered a fundamental pillar in the banking sector in Jordan, aiming to elevate and advance banking operations, nurture the interests of member banks, enhance cooperation among its members and other stakeholders, and achieve the highest levels of coordination among them. The association diligently strives to develop and improve banking service delivery methods in accordance with the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
Additionally, it aims to effectively influence the regulatory landscape governing banking operations in Jordan, enhance transparency and trust in the banking sector, achieve financial stability, and solidify banking practices and norms, following unified systems and procedures for this purpose, and reinforcing the role of banks as a key driver of economic development in Jordan.
ABJ is a proud member of the Union of Arab Banks, the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), and the Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN).
To maintain our pioneering role as one of the most efficient associations of banks in the region by providing services to member banks so as to boost their capabilities and enable them to maximize their contributions to achieving sustainable development in the kingdom.
We seek to upgrade and advance the banking business by safeguarding the interests of member banks, and to achieve the highest levels of coordination among them and with the other partners as well. We aspire to develop and upgrade the process of delivering banking services and enhance the concepts and norms of banking business, in addition to following unified systems and measures for this purpose.
Our History
Main Areas of Work
Consultation Services
Through 9 specialized advisory committees within the association covering various aspects of banking operations.
Studies and Research
The association collects data from banks, analyzes it, and produces a wide range of analytical studies, reports, working papers, and more.
Training
The association conducts specialized training courses, workshops, forums, and conferences for bank employees, covering all banking activities
Coordination and Cooperation
The association emphasizes continuous coordination among member banks and also between banks and relevant entities such as the Central Bank of Jordan, the government, and various public and private sector institutions.
International Collaboration
The association collaborates with various international partners, including the Arab Banking Union, Arab banking associations, and works on several projects with international organizations such as GIZ, IFC, ILO, USAID, UN-Women, and others.
Prominent Activities of the Association in 2025
46 meetings and workshops with over 1800 attendees.
21 committee meetings.
57 training programs with more than 700 trainees.
Our partners are more than 20
Our Values
Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis We work with member banks in a team spirit for the benefit of Jordan’s society and economy.
Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis We seek to upgrade the methods of delivering banking services according to the best international practices.
We work to develop creative ideas that serve the members and add quality and excellence to their services.
We seek to transfer knowledge and exchange information at the highest levels of integrity and transparency.
We practice our work with high professionalism, comprehensive coverage and full diligence to all developments in the Jordanian, Arab and international banking business.
We abide by accuracy and reliability and we verify our sources of information with high precision.
We endeavor to elevate the academic and professional levels as well as keeping up with all that is new in the banking and financial fields.
