Accra:Criteria and conditions for granting licenses and permits to provide passenger transport services in Jordan's underserved areas for 2026 will come into effect early next week, as announced by the Land Transport Regulatory Commission (LTRC).
According to Jordan News Agency, the framework has been approved by the LTRC board under Law No. 4 of 2011. It aims to expand public transit access, curb illegal private taxi operations, and establish clear guidelines for operators seeking permits to service remote or low-demand regions.
Beginning next week, applicants can submit requests specifying their target routes, fleet size, and vehicle types. Approved operators will have three months to meet technical specifications before receiving one-year renewable permits. In cases where multiple operators apply for the same route, the LTRC will conduct a "competitive" technical review to evaluate applicants.
To qualify as an underserved area, a region must lack regular transit, face high operating costs relative to revenue, or have seen previous service invitations go unanswered. The new regulations also permit the Passenger Transport Support Fund to subsidize fares and offset operating losses on low-profit routes to ensure long-term viability.