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Governments, one trip
What they're telling their own citizens about Jordan
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The breakdown
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The general Sketch Score, unweighted for any specific traveler.
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Laws that jail tourists
Adultery and premarital sex
Consensual sex between unmarried couples and adultery are illegal. These acts can result in a maximum jail term of three years.
Staying healthy
What to watch out for, health-wise
Active notices
- • Global Measles
Vaccines
Recommended: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Rabies, Typhoid
Source: CDC Travelers' Health →Getting in
What you'll need at the border
The visa policy of Jordan deals with the requirements which a foreign citizen wishing to enter Jordan must meet to be permitted to travel to, enter and remain in the country.
Passport validity required: 6 months beyond entry.
Source: Wikipedia →Real, not invented
Terrorism
In the context of regional escalation, Iran-aligned militia groups have threatened to target US interests across the region, have claimed attacks in Jordan and are likely to continue to carry out these attacks in Jordan. As was the case before the recent regional escalation, terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Jordan, including in places visited by foreign nationals, such as: hotels shopping malls restaurants tourist sites border crossings Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Examples of significant attacks include: in 2025, 2 people and the assailant were killed in a knife attack at the King Hussein/Allenby bridge in 2024, there were 3 separate attacks on the border crossings, where 3 Israeli border personnel were killed
Source: UK FCDO →Real, not invented
Cultural & legal notes
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual relations are not illegal, but same-sex couples showing affection in public may cause offence. You could be arrested under other Jordanian laws. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .
Source: UK FCDO →From people who've been there
Local know-how
Staying safe
- •Jordan is a relatively safe country, however there are some precautions you need to take, to ensure your safety.
- •Middle Eastern tensions and terrorism threat: Jordan may be affected during times of heightened tensions in the Middle East, and there is often a heightened risk when travelling to or being within Jordan, during times of crisis.
- •Terrorist attacks are considered likely in Jordan, particularly targeting foreign nationals.
- •Emergency numbers: 911 is Jordan’s centralised emergency (police, paramedics, firefighting) line.
- •Authorities: Compared to other countries in the Middle East, Jordanian police is well-trained, effective, and professional.
- •Women: Foreign women may often attract the attention of Jordanian men.
Staying healthy
- •Hospitals in Jordan, especially Amman, are abundant, Jordan's health care system is advanced and the country takes great pride in being a hub for medical tourism.
- •The biggest risk to your health in Jordan is being involved in a road traffic accident.
- •Take caution with buying food from vendors; the vendors usually have no bad intentions, but the food might be unclean.
- •Aggressive dogs can be a problem in remote areas of Jordan, although they are far less numerous than in many other parts of Asia.
- •Rabies is endemic in Jordan, and promptly seeking post-exposure prophylaxis after an animal bite is recommended.
- •Tap water is said to be potable, at least in some areas, but most people drink bottled water, which is the safest choice for visitors.
Adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA — edited by travelers, not us.
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Real talk
What travelers actually say
Travelers consistently describe Jordan as a safe destination, despite common stereotypes regarding the Middle East. While concerns about regional instability and terrorism often surface among those planning trips, actual visitor experiences do not substantiate these fears as immediate threats to tourists. There is no evidence in the provided discussions of specific scams, dangerous areas, or violent crime patterns to avoid. The consensus among those who have visited is that the country is safe for travel, and there are no specific warnings provided regarding the necessity of wearing a hijab or specific social dangers for solo female travelers.
“I know the countries are reasonably safe.
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“Obviously everyone who comes from the western world knows of the stereotype that middle eastern countries are dangerous, though there is some truth to it, it's not the case for vast amounts of the middle east.
— r/travel
“I've watched videos on youtube and they seem safe, and I want to believe they are I'm just seeking opinions from people who have visited Jordan (or Egypt). Did you ever feel unsafe in these countries?
— r/travel
Pack this, know this
The little things that trip people up
Plug & voltage
B / C / D / F / G / J · 230V
Driving side
right
Emergency
police: 911 / ambulance: 911 / fire: 911
Cash vs. Card
The currency is the Jordanian dinar, locally denoted by the symbol "JD" before or after the amount or in Arabic as دينار, or sometimes "£" (ISO currency code: JOD). It is divided into 1000 fils and 100 piastres (or qirsh). Coins come in denominations of 1 (almost non existent), 5 and piastres and ¼ JD (seven-sided), ½ JD (seven-sided with a yellow ring and silver center). Banknotes are f
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One Jordan city on SKETCH.WORLD
Real, resident-submitted Numbeo crime data at the city level — the same national picture above, with crime swapped for what people who actually live there report.
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- us-state — observed 2026-09-09
- uk-fcdo — observed 2026-09-09
- ca-gac — observed 2026-09-09
- worldbank-political — observed 2026-09-09
- worldbank-policeTrust — observed 2026-09-09
- cdc-health — observed 2026-09-09
- wikivoyage — observed 2026-09-09
- reddit — observed 2026-09-09
- lgbtq-legal-wikipedia — observed 2026-09-09