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Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Kenya?

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Jordan passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Kenya, but no embassy visa.

An electronic travel authorisation must be approved online before departure. No embassy visit.

Source: etakenya.go.ke (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementeTA

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,696 km, straight line (~4h 51m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kenya242 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kenya passport holders visiting Jordan: Visa on arrival.

Kenya drives on the left, the opposite side to Jordan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Kenya?

Jordan passport holders need an approved electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Kenya, but no embassy visa.

How far is Kenya from Jordan?

About 3,696 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 51m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kenya?

Kenyan shilling (KES).

What is the emergency number in Kenya?

112 / 999.

Does Kenya drive on the same side of the road as Jordan?

Kenya drives on the left, the opposite side to Jordan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Kenya in?

Nairobi (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Nairobi?

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Kenya without a visa?

242 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kenya visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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

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About Kenya

Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country located in East Africa. With an estimated population of more than 54.2 million as of mid-2026, it is the 26th-most populous country in the world and the seventh-most populous in Africa. Kenya's capital and largest city is Nairobi. The second-largest and oldest city is Mombasa, a port city located on Mombasa Island. Other major cities within the country include Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret. Going clockwise, Kenya is bordered by South Sudan to the northwest, Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the east, the Indian Ocean to the southeast, Tanzania to the southwest, and Lake Victoria and Uganda to the west. Its geography, climate and population vary. In western Rift Valley counties, the landscape includes cold, snow-capped mountaintops with surrounding forests, wildlife, and fertile agricultural regions in temperate climates. In other areas there are dry, arid, and semi-arid climates, as well as absolute deserts.

CapitalNairobi

RegionEastern Africa

Population57.5M

Area580,367 km²

CurrencyKenyan shilling (1 USD ≈ 129.73 KES)

LanguagesEnglish, Swahili

Calling code+254

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNairobi (UTC+3)

Nearest airportNairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), 5 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites9

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,363 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2M (2019)

Climate in Nairobi

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest December. Best time to visit: May, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Nairobi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.6°C	15.6°C	225mm	303h
February	25°C	15.6°C	180mm	313h
March	24.9°C	16°C	312mm	306h
April	23.9°C	16.1°C	324mm	269h
May	23.4°C	14.7°C	117mm	320h
June	22.6°C	13.4°C	44mm	292h
July	22.1°C	13°C	28mm	270h
August	23.6°C	13.1°C	40mm	275h
September	23.8°C	13.3°C	76mm	276h
October	25.5°C	14.8°C	93mm	325h
November	23.9°C	15.3°C	118mm	301h
December	24.9°C	14.7°C	37mm	345h

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

Kenya in East Africa is a pearl in sub-Saharan Africa. From the scenic sandy beaches at the coast, to the Nairobi National Park, to the majestic Rift Valley, the bird life in Lake Naivasha, the hot boiling springs of Lake Baringo, Lake Turkana and Lake Victoria, Kenya is a very beautiful country with lots of wildlife and scenic features, and is one of the major economic hubs in Africa. Fondly referred to as the "Jewel of Africa", Kenya is a dream destination for its Swahili heritage and the home of humankind and Safari industry.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Fort Jesus Museum
Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley
Lake Turkana National Parks
Lamu Old Town
Mount Kenya National Park
Mwana Arafa Jambeni Building
Ruins of Gedi
Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
Thimlich Ohinga

Upcoming public holidays

October 10, 2026Mazingira Day

October 20, 2026Mashujaa Day

December 12, 2026Jamhuri Day

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