Jordan Visa Guide: Entry Requirements for Every Nationality

Jordan has a straightforward visa system for most Western nationalities — a visa on arrival at the main airports and certain land borders. The Jordan Pass simplifies the process further, combining the visa fee with attraction entry in a way that makes financial sense for most tourists visiting Petra. Here is everything you need to know before travel.

Visa on Arrival — Who Qualifies

Citizens of most Western and many other countries receive a visa on arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman. Qualifying nationalities include, but are not limited to:

• All EU member state citizens
• United Kingdom
• United States and Canada
• Australia and New Zealand
• Japan, South Korea, Singapore
• Most Latin American countries

Cost: JOD 40 single entry (as of 2026). Verify current fees at the Jordan Tourism Board website (visitjordan.com) before departure, as fees are subject to change.

Duration: 30 days from date of entry, single entry.

Payment: Cash only at most VOA counters. USD and EUR are accepted as well as JOD, though you will receive change in JOD. Cards are not universally accepted at visa counters — carry cash.

Documents required: Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond your intended stay), return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation (a hotel booking confirmation is sufficient).

Countries Exempt from Visa Fees

Several Arab and regional nationalities enter Jordan visa-free or on preferential terms:

• UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar — visa on arrival, fee waived or reduced
• Turkey — visa on arrival available
• Palestinian Authority document holders — separate arrangements apply; check with the Jordanian embassy

This list is not exhaustive. Check the Jordanian Ministry of Interior (mol.gov.jo) or your nearest Jordanian embassy for current rules for your specific nationality.

The Jordan Pass — What It Is and How It Works

The Jordan Pass (jordanpass.jo) is a pre-purchase tourist package that includes:

1. The Jordanian tourist visa fee — waived for qualifying nationalities, provided you stay a minimum of 3 nights in Jordan
2. Entry to 40+ attractions, including Petra, Jerash, the Citadel in Amman, Wadi Rum, Ajloun Castle, and others

Jordan Pass Options

Pass	Price	Petra Entry
Jordan Pass 1	JOD 70	1 day
Jordan Pass 2	JOD 75	2 days
Jordan Pass 3	JOD 80	3 days

All prices as of 2026 — verify at jordanpass.jo before purchase.

Is the Jordan Pass Worth It?

The calculation is straightforward:

• Visa on arrival: JOD 40
• Petra entry (1 day): JOD 50
• Combined without pass: JOD 90

Jordan Pass 1 costs JOD 70 and includes both, plus Jerash (JOD 10), the Amman Citadel (JOD 3), Ajloun Castle (JOD 2), and several other sites. For most visitors spending a week or more in Jordan and visiting Petra, the Jordan Pass is clearly worthwhile.

Key condition: You must stay a minimum of 3 nights in Jordan for the visa waiver to apply. The pass is purchased online before departure and displayed on your phone at entry points.

Entering Jordan from Israel

Jordan and Israel have had a peace treaty since 1994. There are two main crossing points for travellers moving between the two countries:

Wadi Araba Crossing (also called Yitzhak Rabin Terminal / Allenby Bridge)

Located near Aqaba in the south. This is the most tourist-friendly crossing — staffed, efficient, and with a Jordanian visa available on the Jordanian side for eligible nationalities. Open Sunday–Thursday, check current hours as they vary by season.

King Hussein / Allenby Bridge Crossing

Located near the Dead Sea / Jericho. More complex — this crossing is used heavily by Palestinian Authority residents and has longer processing times. Visa on arrival is not available here for most nationalities; you must have a visa arranged in advance if using this crossing.

Israeli stamps in your passport: Jordan accepts passports with Israeli stamps. There is no issue entering Jordan via any of the above crossings with evidence of prior Israel travel.

Visa Extensions

A 30-day tourist visa can be extended at any Ministry of Interior office in Jordan (present in Amman, Aqaba, Irbid, and other cities). Extensions are granted for an additional 30 days and cost approximately JOD 5–10. You will need your passport and the original entry stamp. Extensions are handled efficiently and are a routine process.

Multiple-Entry Visas

Multiple-entry visas for Jordan are available but are not issued at airports on arrival. They must be arranged in advance through a Jordanian embassy or consulate in your home country. Multiple-entry visas are most useful for travellers moving between Jordan and Israel/Egypt repeatedly (for example, on an extended regional trip). Processing time varies by embassy.

Overstaying Your Visa

Overstaying carries a daily fine. The fine as of 2026 is approximately JOD 1.5 per day of overstay, paid upon departure at the airport. Overstays of a few days are common and handled administratively without issues. Extended overstays may require a visit to the Ministry of Interior.

Children and Family Travel

Children travelling with a parent whose surname differs (in blended families, for example) should carry documentation such as a birth certificate confirming the parental relationship. This is not always requested but can smooth the entry process.

Entry via Cruise Ship — Aqaba Port

Cruise ships calling at Aqaba allow passengers to enter Jordan on a free visa-on-arrival valid only for the duration of the port call (typically one day). This applies to most Western nationalities. The process is handled at the port entry point.

Practical Note on Currency

The visa fee (JOD 40) must be paid on arrival. If you have not yet obtained Jordanian dinars, USD and EUR are typically accepted, with change returned in JOD. The airport has currency exchange counters airside before the immigration hall, and ATMs are available in the arrivals area after the visa counter.