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BOE-A-2026-7438 ·2 April 2026 ·acuerdo Low impact
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Spain and Jordan: reciprocal extradition established for offences punishable by more than one year's imprisonment

The extradition agreement between Spain and Jordan establishes a mutual obligation to surrender individuals for prosecution or the enforcement of sentences (Art. 1). Extradition is only applicable for offences defined in both legislations that carry a prison sentence of more than one year, or where at least six months of a sentence remain to be served (Art. 2.1). The agreement also regulates mandatory grounds for refusal, such as political or military offences, and the surrender of items related to the crime (Art. 3 and Art. 15).

In 3 key points

  1. Extradition for offences punishable by more than one year's imprisonment in both legislations, Art. 2.1.a (art. 2.1.a)
  2. For the enforcement of sentences, at least six months must remain to be served, Art. 2.1.b (art. 2.1.b)
  3. Mandatory refusal if the offence is of a political or terrorist nature, Art. 3.1 (art. 3.1)

How it affects those involved

For individuals located in either State who are sought by the justice system of the other, the agreement increases the risk of extradition if the offence is a common crime and meets the sentencing thresholds (Art. 1 and 2). The judicial administrations of both countries gain an effective cooperation tool for the prosecution of crimes and the enforcement of sentences (Preamble). In the event of extradition, the forfeiture and surrender of objects used in or derived from the crime is provided for (Art. 15).

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2026-04-02PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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