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Jordan transit visa

You do not need a transit visa if you have a confirmed onward flight to a third country within 48 hours.

Ways to get a Jordan transit visa

  1. Flight connection without a visa

    Transit without a visa

    Travellers holding a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 48 hours.

  2. Visa-free onward travel to Iraq

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Iraq qualify when travelling through Queen Alia International Airport and continuing overland to Iraq.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  3. Visa-free onward travel to Syria

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Syria qualify when passing through Jordan on their way to Syria with a residence permit from their country of departure.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  4. Terminal transit with a Malaysian Emergency Certificate

    Transit without a visa

    Malaysian travellers holding an Emergency Certificate may transit inside the Queen Alia airport terminal.

    Passports that qualify (1)

Who doesn't

Travellers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours do not need a transit visa.

Changing planes

Can you stay airside?
Yes, without a visa if you stay in the transit area
Leaving the airport
General rules for leaving the airport during a flight connection are not stated. Holders of a Malaysian Emergency Certificate may transit inside the Queen Alia airport terminal but may not leave it.
Longest transit
48 hours
Transit without a visa
Hold a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours.

What to bring

  • Confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with two blank pages.

Good to know

  • A separate transit visa process is not described.
  • Special visa-free routes also cover some travellers continuing overland to Iraq or Syria.

Questions

Do I need a transit visa for Jordan?

Travellers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours do not need a transit visa.

What are the ways to get a transit visa for Jordan?

There are 4 options: Flight connection without a visa (transit without a visa); Visa-free onward travel to Iraq (no visa at all); Visa-free onward travel to Syria (no visa at all); Terminal transit with a Malaysian Emergency Certificate (transit without a visa).

Who can go to Jordan without a transit visa?

Citizens of Iraq qualify when travelling through Queen Alia International Airport and continuing overland to Iraq. Citizens of Syria qualify when passing through Jordan on their way to Syria with a residence permit from their country of departure.

How long can I stay on a Jordan transit visa?

Up to 48 hours for the flight-transit exemption.

What documents do I need for a Jordan transit visa?

Confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours.; Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with two blank pages..

How long can I stay in transit in Jordan?

Up to 48 hours, if you meet the conditions. Hold a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours.

Can I stay inside the airport in Jordan without a visa?

Yes, staying in the international transit area is allowed for most travellers. To leave the airport: General rules for leaving the airport during a flight connection are not stated. Holders of a Malaysian Emergency Certificate may transit inside the Queen Alia airport terminal but may not leave it.

Does my passport change whether I need a transit visa for Jordan?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Jordan visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a transit visa for Jordan be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Jordan transit visa rules?

On Jordan's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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