Jordan Entry Requirements for US Citizens

Entry requirements for US citizens

Visa on Arrival or Jordan Pass (includes visa fee waiver) applies to US passport holders visiting Jordan. Your passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from jordan. The maximum permitted stay is 30 days (extendable at Ministry of Interior).

Safety overview

Jordan has a safety score of 76 out of 100 in the DheeVoy safety database. This is a moderate safety rating — standard travel precautions apply.

Safest areas in Jordan

• Amman Rainbow Street
• Amman Abdoun
• Aqaba Red Sea resort area
• Wadi Rum desert camps
• Petra town of Wadi Musa

Tourist scams to avoid in Jordan

• Unofficial Petra guides claiming the site is closed or ticket office is elsewhere
• Horse and donkey operators at Petra charging for rides then demanding much more on return
• Overpriced souvenir shops at Petra entrance — prices are significantly lower in town
• Unlicensed tour operators for Wadi Rum overnight experiences — book through certified Bedouin operators

Best months to visit Jordan

The best months to visit are March, April, October, November.

Before you travel

Always verify entry requirements with the official US government travel advisory and the Jordan embassy or consulate before booking. Visa rules and electronic travel authorisation requirements (such as ETIAS, ESTA, K-ETA and UK ETA) change frequently. US passport holders can obtain a Jordan Visa on Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport Amman and most land border crossings for JOD 40. Alternatively, the Jordan Pass (purchased online before travel at jordanpass.jo) includes the visa fee and Petra entrance for a combined price that offers good value. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date. Note that if entering from Israel at certain border crossings, a Jordan eVisa must be obtained in advance.