Jordan visa on arrival for citizens of the United States: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Jordan, and citizens of the United States can obtain it on arrival.
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Our guide to the Jordan visa from the United States
Yes. U.S. nationals need a tourist visa for Jordan. It can be arranged online in advance (official portal jordanpass.jo) and, depending on the entry point, on arrival.
A U.S. citizen travelling to Jordan for tourism must hold a visa. The recommended route from the United States is the official Jordan Pass portal (jordanpass.jo), which lets you arrange your entry online before departure. On-arrival issuance also exists at certain entry points, but organising your trip in advance is more reliable.
Do you need a visa for Jordan?
Yes, a U.S. passport does not allow visa-free entry to Jordan for tourism. You can arrange your visa online in advance through the official Jordan Pass portal, or, depending on your entry point, on arrival. For the exact length of stay and validity, refer to the official source.
How much does a visa for Jordan cost from the United States?
The official fee for a visa for Jordan is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Jordan really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for a visa for Jordan?
The exact list for Jordan is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Jordan before you apply.
Documents and fees
Carry a U.S. passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date, with blank pages for the stamp. You will need your travel details and a payment method. As the fee and terms are not guaranteed here, check the current official amount directly on jordanpass.jo before paying.
How to apply for a visa for Jordan from the United States
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How and where to apply
From the United States, arrange your entry online at the official portal jordanpass.jo before departure, paying online. On arrival, present your confirmation to immigration. If you choose on-arrival issuance, check in advance that your airport or land border offers it. Use only the official government portal to avoid intermediaries.
Where do you apply for a visa for Jordan from the United States?
A visa on arrival for Jordan is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in the United States on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in the United States but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Jordan take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Timing and practical tips
Arrange your entry a few days before your flight to avoid a last-minute rush. Keep both a printed and a digital copy of your confirmation. Check the U.S. State Department Jordan page for any current safety or health recommendations before you travel.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Do not automatically rely on visa on arrival without confirming your entry point issues it. Avoid intermediary sites that add surcharges: the official portal is jordanpass.jo. Finally, make sure your passport meets the 6-month validity rule before booking, or you may be refused at boarding.
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Other visa types for Jordan
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Jordan Pass: Official Portal
- Jordan Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities
- U.S. Department of State: Jordan International Travel Information
Guide generated automatically on July 26, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
- Make sure to register at a local police station to extend your stay.
- Plan ahead to avoid administrative complications.
Online application for Jordan, with no consulate visit.
- Online filing for e-visa and visa-on-arrival destinations
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
- Decision made by the country's authorities, not by iVisa
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