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Visa requirements for Jordan

Who can enter Jordan, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 14, 2026.

Passport holders from 189 countries can enter Jordan without a visa in advance. 6 have full visa-free access; 183 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

6 visa-free
183 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
53 visa required

Visa-free entry

6 nationalities

Visa on arrival

183 nationalities

Visa required in advance

53 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jordan

Jordan has 8 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Al Maghtas
Aqaba Marine Reserve
Petra
Qasr Amra
Salt
Umm ar-Rasas
Umm el-Jimal
Wadi Rum

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Israel Syria Lebanon Cyprus Egypt Iraq

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Jordan?

It depends on your passport. 189 nationalities can enter Jordan without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Jordan?

June, July, August, September, October, based on Amman's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Jordan?

Jordanian dinar (JOD). 1 USD is approximately 0.71 JOD.

What side of the road does Jordan drive on?

Jordan drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Jordan have?

8: Al Maghtas, Aqaba Marine Reserve, Petra, Qasr Amra, Salt, Umm ar-Rasas, Umm el-Jimal, Wadi Rum.

What is the emergency number in Jordan?

911.

What time zone is Jordan in?

Amman (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Amman?

Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), about 7 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Jordan

Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. Jordan is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, and both Israel and Palestine to the west. The Jordan River, flowing into the Dead Sea, is located along the country's western border within the Jordan Rift Valley. Jordan has a small coastline along the Red Sea in its southwest, separated by the Gulf of Aqaba from Egypt. Amman is the country's capital and largest city, as well as the most populous city in the Levant.

CapitalAmman

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area89,342 km²

CurrencyJordanian dinar (1 USD ≈ 0.71 JOD)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+962

Drives on theright

TimezoneAmman (UTC+3)

Nearest airportMarka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), 7 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites8

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,348 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.2M (2020)

Climate in Amman

Warmest September, coolest January, driest June, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Amman, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.5°C	4.3°C	126mm	250h
February	11.8°C	5.4°C	85mm	265h
March	16.1°C	7.8°C	173mm	320h
April	19.7°C	10.3°C	24mm	363h
May	26.5°C	15.2°C	43mm	396h
June	28.8°C	17.2°C	0mm	397h
July	32.9°C	20.9°C	0mm	411h
August	31.3°C	19.9°C	0mm	399h
September	34°C	22.6°C	0mm	347h
October	28.8°C	18.2°C	1mm	337h
November	17.8°C	11.3°C	79mm	286h
December	14.6°C	7.6°C	21mm	277h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Jordan is an Arab kingdom in the Middle East, at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe. It has been repeatedly called an "oasis of stability" in the Middle East. Since the 1940s, millions have immigrated to Jordan for a better life. With an extensive collection of tourist attractions, ranging from biblical sites to seaside sites, there is a lot to see and do in Jordan.

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