🇯🇴Jordan Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Jordan?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 14 enter Jordan visa-free, 127 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 55 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
14
nationalities
Visa on arrival
127
nationalities
Consular visa
55
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Jordan
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- 3 days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (moi.gov.jo), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Jordan visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Jordan applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa on arrival
- TunisiaVisa-free
- IndonesiaVisa on arrival
- SpainVisa on arrival
- United KingdomVisa on arrival
- United StatesVisa on arrival
- ItalyVisa on arrival
- GermanyVisa on arrival
- CanadaVisa on arrival
- SwitzerlandVisa on arrival
- FranceVisa on arrival
- NetherlandsVisa on arrival
- BrazilVisa on arrival
- AustraliaVisa on arrival
- ChinaVisa on arrival
- NigeriaVisa required
- GreeceVisa on arrival
- JapanVisa on arrival
- PortugalVisa on arrival
- BelgiumVisa on arrival
Jordan visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Jordan publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 40 JOD | 5 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work / Residency visa | Work | 1 year | 30 JOD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | 1 year | 40 JOD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Residency | Family | 1 year | 30 JOD | 30 business days | Portal | |
| Investor Residency | Investor | 5 years | 30 JOD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Transit visa | Transit | 3 days | 5 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Amman
Population
11,500,000
Currency
Jordanian dinar (JOD د.ا)
Languages
Arabic, English
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+962
Timezone
Asia/Amman
Area
89,342 km²
Government
Constitutional monarchy
National day
May 25 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.jo
About
Jordan is an Arab kingdom in the Middle East, bordering Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Israel. Ruled by a constitutional monarchy under King Abdullah II, it is renowned for ancient sites like Petra and the Dead Sea. Despite economic challenges and refugees, it is advancing in digital transformation.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Medium)
- Follow alerts from local and French authorities
- Avoid gatherings
Transport
- Do not drive at night, use official taxis
Natural risks(Moderate seismic risks and rare floods)
- Check weather alerts
Health(Adequate healthcare system in cities, limited elsewhere)
- DTP vaccines, hepatitis A/B, typhoid recommended
- Bottled water only
Practical tips
- Register with the Ariane traveler registry
- Repatriation insurance mandatory
- Respect local customs
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Amman · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Photos
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Plan your trip
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Jordan?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Jordan across 196 nationalities: 14 visa-free, 127 with a visa on arrival, 55 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Jordan visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 40 JOD (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Jordan?▾
Jordan issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 3 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Jordan?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall moderate risk level, with caution near borders and sensitive areas.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Jordan?▾
The official currency is Jordanian dinar (JOD د.ا). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Jordan?▾
The capital of Jordan is Amman. The main spoken languages are: Arabic, English.
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