Official portal
https://www.jordanpass.jo/Specifics
- Jordan Pass (JOD 70-80) bundles visa waiver plus Petra entry plus ~40 sites. Requires minimum 3-night stay.
- Apply for Jordan Pass online before travel.
By passport nationality
Headline rule for the nine most-trafficked passport groups. Always confirm on Jordan’s immigration portal before booking; visa policy changes frequently.
- US passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40 (~USD 56)
- Visa-on-arrival; or use Jordan Pass for visa waiver + Petra access.
- UK passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival; or Jordan Pass.
- EU passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival; or Jordan Pass.
- CA passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival; or Jordan Pass.
- AU passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival; or Jordan Pass.
- IN passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival for Indian passport-holders.
- BR passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival for Brazilian passport-holders.
- JP passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival; or Jordan Pass.
- CN passportVisa on arrivalUp to 30 days · JOD 40
- Visa-on-arrival for Chinese passport-holders.
Practical guidance
For most short-stay tourists
The headline rule for Jordan is visa-on-arrival jod 40 (around usd 56), 30 days. US passport-holders specifically get visa on arrival for up to 30 days at JOD 40 (~USD 56). See the by-passport block above for your specific nationality.
When to apply
For visa-required nationalities, apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Visa-on-arrival and e-Visa systems process in 1 to 7 days typically but can stall around major holidays or political events; do not book non-refundable travel against a pending application. Jordan’s official portal is www.jordanpass.jo; only apply through that portal or through your nearest Jordan embassy or consulate. Third-party visa services charge for what the government provides at cost.
Common rejection reasons
Passport with under 6 months validity from intended exit date. Fewer than two blank visa pages. No confirmed onward or return ticket. Travel insurance not naming Jordan explicitly (Schengen-style coverage minimums apply for many European destinations). Prior visa overstays anywhere, especially in neighbouring countries. Most rejections cite one of these five rather than a substantive concern about the traveller.
Related for Jordan
More on Jordan
Jordan is one of the safer destinations in the Middle East and the standard-bearer for stable Arab-world tourism (Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Jerash, Aqaba diving). The U.S. State Department, UK FCDO, and other foreign ministries set Jordan at the standard tier of caution for the standard tourist circuit, with partial-area warnings for the immediate Syrian and Iraqi border zones. The structural risks are the regional geopolitical context (Jordan borders Syria, Iraq, Israel and the West Bank, and Saudi Arabia; the October 2023 Gaza conflict produced sustained political demonstrations and a meaningful tourism downturn that has since recovered), the heat at Petra and Wadi Rum in summer, the border-crossing logistics for Israeli and West Bank itineraries, and a small set of nightlife and scam patterns concentrated in central Amman. This guide unpacks the entry mechanics (the Jordan Pass discount), the regional risk map, the Petra and Wadi Rum logistics, the cross-border options, and the practical contacts that shape a Jordanian itinerary.
Frequently asked about Jordan
Do I need a visa to travel to Jordan?
The headline rule is: Visa-on-arrival JOD 40 (around USD 56), 30 days. Specific allowance depends on your passport nationality; the by-passport block on this page covers the 9 most-trafficked passports (US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, India, Brazil, Japan, China). Always confirm on Jordan's official immigration portal before booking, visa policy changes frequently.
How long can I stay in Jordan on a tourist visa?
Visa-on-arrival JOD 40 (around USD 56), 30 days. For per-passport specifics see the block above. Overstaying carries fines and re-entry bans across most jurisdictions.
Can I extend my visa once I'm in Jordan?
Most countries allow a one-time extension via the local immigration office for an additional 30 to 90 days, processed within 7 to 14 working days. Jordan's policy varies; the safety guide's Getting In chapter covers it where applicable. Apply at least 2 weeks before your existing visa expires.