The Irbid Development Area is located approximately 20 kilometers east of Irbid city and about 80 kilometers north of Amman, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square kilometers. Its proximity to Jordan University of Science and Technology, King Abdullah University Hospital, and several academic institutions makes it well-suited for knowledge-based and innovation-driven investments.
The area has been developed as a hub for knowledge economy activities and advanced services, leveraging the availability of skilled human capital and advanced infrastructure in telecommunications and information technology.
The area has attracted 10 projects with an investment value of around JD 24.5 million. The existing projects in the area have created around 2,090 jobs.
Economic activity in the area is primarily focused on IT services, business process outsourcing, call centers, software development, technical training, and digital content production.
Future development plans include attracting investments in research and development, healthcare, and mixed-use residential and commercial projects serving employees and students in the area