How to get a Jordan visa: official fees in dinars, the Jordan Pass fee waiver, online applications, and where visa on arrival is and is not available.
Jordan is a natural add-on to a trip to Egypt: Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea are a short flight or border crossing away. Before you book, it helps to know which visa you need, what it costs, where you can get it on arrival and when the Jordan Pass removes the fee altogether. This guide sets out the rules as Jordan's own authorities publish them, with a link to each source so you can check the current wording before you travel.
How much is a visa to enter Jordan?
Jordan's visa fees are set in Jordanian dinars (JD), not US dollars. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the fees are:
- Single entry: 40 JD, for one entry, issued on arrival at the airport.
- Double entry: 60 JD, for a period not exceeding three months, obtained from the nearest Jordanian embassy or consulate.
- Multiple entry: 120 JD, for a period not exceeding six months, obtained from the nearest Jordanian embassy or consulate.
In other words, the visa you can buy at the airport is the single-entry visa. If you plan to leave Jordan and come back on the same trip, arrange a double or multiple-entry visa through a Jordanian embassy or consulate before you travel. The Ministry notes that this information can change without prior notice and advises checking with the Jordanian diplomatic mission in your country of residence before you travel.
The Jordan Pass and the visa fee
The Jordan Pass is an official sightseeing pass run by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. It combines entry to more than 40 attractions, including Petra, with a waiver of the tourist visa fee. The current prices are:
- Jordan Wanderer: 70 JD, with one day at Petra.
- Jordan Explorer: 75 JD, with two consecutive days at Petra.
- Jordan Expert: 80 JD, with three consecutive days at Petra.
The conditions matter, so read them before you rely on the waiver. The official Jordan Pass FAQ states that:
- The pass waives the visa fee only if you buy it before you arrive in Jordan.
- You must stay a minimum of two whole nights (three days) in Jordan. When you leave, the immigration system checks your stay; if it was shorter, you are directed to an office to pay the fee.
- The pass waives the fee of a single-entry visa only, not a multiple-entry visa.
- The Jordan Pass is not a visa. You present it, printed, at the visa office when you arrive.
- The Jordan Pass is not available to holders of Arab nationalities.
Some foreign government travel advice describes a longer minimum stay. The official Jordan Pass site states a minimum of two whole nights (three days); current UK advice says at least three nights. Confirm the requirement with Jordan Pass or a Jordanian embassy before relying on the fee waiver.
How to apply for a Jordan visa online
Online visa applications go through the Ministry of Interior's official e-services portal at eservices.moi.gov.jo. The Jordanian embassy in Berlin, for example, directs travellers to this portal, which provides instructions for travellers of different nationalities. The Ministry of Interior describes the process as follows:
- Register on the portal with your email address to create the account you apply from.
- Select the service you need (for a holiday, the visit visa).
- Follow your application at any time through your account.
- Pay electronically by credit card, or in cash in person.
The Ministry states that visa applications are accepted only if they are submitted from outside Jordan, so apply before you leave home. Whichever route you take, your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date you arrive in Jordan, according to the UK government's Jordan entry requirements.
Who needs a visa before travelling?
Jordan's Ministry of Interior sorts nationalities into two groups. Restricted nationalities need prior approval before travelling; non-restricted nationalities do not. The full list of restricted nationalities is published on the Ministry's website. If your nationality is on it, arrange your visa in advance through the e-services portal or the Jordanian embassy in your country.
You also need a visa in advance if:
- you want a double or multiple-entry visa, which the Ministry of Tourism says is obtained from an embassy or consulate, or
- you plan to enter at the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge. The UK government's advice is clear: you cannot enter Jordan at this crossing without getting a visa beforehand.
Where can you get a visa on arrival in Jordan?
For non-restricted nationalities, the entry points work differently. This summary follows the official Jordan Pass FAQ and the UK government's entry requirements:
| Entry point | Visa on arrival? |
|---|---|
| Queen Alia International Airport (Amman) | Yes, single-entry visa, 40 JD (waived with an eligible Jordan Pass) |
| Sheikh Hussein Bridge (Jordan River, North crossing) | Yes |
| Aqaba Airport | Non-restricted nationalities do not need to get a visa; restricted nationalities need a visa in advance from a Jordanian embassy |
| Wadi Araba (Eilat to Aqaba crossing) | Special rules apply. The Jordan Pass FAQ describes entry for eligible pass holders and a separate two-night fee waiver for visitors without a pass; confirm the entry procedure before using this crossing. |
| King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge | No, you need a visa before you arrive |
Wadi Araba has two further rules in the Jordan Pass FAQ. If you enter there, stay at least two nights and leave by the same border, the visa fee is waived even without a Jordan Pass. If you show a Jordan Pass but leave through Wadi Araba before completing two nights, you pay 60 JD. Restricted nationalities who enter at Wadi Araba must also leave by the same border.
Which nationalities are exempt from the visa fee?
The Jordan Pass FAQ lists nationals of South Africa, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Japan and Vatican City as exempt from paying the visa fee. It also names the Arab nationalities that are not exempt from the fee: Somalia, Djibouti, Mauritania, Libya and Iraq. A fee exemption is not the same as visa-free entry, so these travellers still go through the normal entry procedure.
Can I travel to Jordan without a visa?
For most visitors, no. The UK government, for example, states that British nationals must have a visa to visit Jordan; they can buy it on arrival, apply online, or have the fee waived with the Jordan Pass. The main exception in the official sources is Aqaba Airport, where non-restricted nationalities do not need to get a visa. Entry rules depend on your passport, so confirm yours on the Ministry of Interior portal or with the nearest Jordanian embassy or consulate before you book.
Other fees to budget for
- Departure tax: 10 JD, paid in cash at all land border crossings (UK government advice).
- Petra tickets: for foreign visitors, 50 JD for one day, 55 JD for two days and 60 JD for three days. A same-day visitor to Jordan, who does not stay overnight in the country, pays 90 JD (Jordan Tourism Board).
If you pay separately, a single-entry visa (40 JD) and a one-day Petra ticket (50 JD) come to 90 JD. The Jordan Wanderer pass costs 70 JD and includes both, provided you meet the visa-waiver conditions above. Whether it suits you depends on how long you stay and which other sites you plan to see.
Can you do Egypt and Jordan in one trip?
Yes, many travellers combine the two, and each country has its own visa. Keep two points in mind for the Jordan side:
- A single-entry visa, including one covered by the Jordan Pass, is used up when you leave Jordan. If you plan to go into Egypt and then return to Jordan, you need another visa or a double or multiple-entry visa arranged through a Jordanian embassy or consulate in advance.
- Check which crossing you will use against the table above, because visa on arrival is not offered everywhere.
For the Egyptian side of the trip, our Egypt eVisa guide explains Egypt's requirements and the online application, and our Cairo Airport arrival guide walks you through landing in Cairo step by step.
Summary
A single-entry visa for Jordan costs 40 JD and is available on arrival at Queen Alia International Airport and the Sheikh Hussein crossing for non-restricted nationalities. Double (60 JD) and multiple-entry (120 JD) visas come from a Jordanian embassy or consulate. Buying a Jordan Pass before you arrive and staying at least two whole nights waives the single-entry fee and includes Petra. Restricted nationalities, and anyone entering at the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge, need a visa in advance. Rules change, so check the Ministry of Tourism, the Ministry of Interior portal and jordanpass.jo shortly before you travel.