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Jordan visas

Jordan visa on arrival

Eligible travellers can get a visa when they arrive. The standard visa allows 90 days and costs 40 JOD (Jordanian dinars).

Ways to get a Jordan visa on arrival

  1. Standard visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens outside the approval-required and embassy-only groups generally qualify, subject to special nationality rules.

    Stay
    90 days.
    Fee
    40 JOD (Jordanian dinars). Jordan Pass holders are exempt from the visa fee.
    1. Check that you qualify.
    2. Arrive at an entry point that issues visas on arrival.
    3. Obtain the visa on arrival.

  2. Conditional visa on arrival with residence or visa documents

    Visa on arrival

    Certain travellers in the approval-required group qualify with specified residence permits or foreign visas. The nationalities covered by each exception are not identified.

    Stay
    Up to 2 months.

  3. Visa on arrival with UK residence for Yemeni citizens

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of Yemen qualify with a residence permit issued by the United Kingdom and a return or onward ticket.

    Passports that qualify (1)

Who needs it

Travellers who need a visa and qualify for the arrival route can use it.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.

How to apply

  1. Check whether your nationality and documents qualify.
  2. Use an entry point that issues visas on arrival.
  3. Obtain the visa when you arrive.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with two blank pages.
  • Non-refundable return or circle-trip ticket, except for government workers continuing to Iraq.
  • Supporting documents for any special eligibility route.

Good to know

  • Visas on arrival are not issued at the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge crossing.
  • The standard stay increased from 30 to 90 days in January 2026.
  • Separate exceptions cover some medical travellers, business delegates, accompanying staff and Interpol passport holders.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Jordan?

Travellers who need a visa and qualify for the arrival route can use it. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Jordan?

There are 3 options: Standard visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Conditional visa on arrival with residence or visa documents (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival with UK residence for Yemeni citizens (a visa at the border).

How long can I stay on a Jordan visa on arrival?

90 days for the standard route.

How much does a Jordan visa on arrival cost?

40 JOD (Jordanian dinars) for the standard route. Jordan Pass holders are exempt from the visa fee.

What documents do I need for a Jordan visa on arrival?

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay, with two blank pages.; Non-refundable return or circle-trip ticket, except for government workers continuing to Iraq.; Supporting documents for any special eligibility route..

How do I apply for a Jordan visa on arrival?

1. 1. Check whether your nationality and documents qualify. 2. 2. Use an entry point that issues visas on arrival. 3. 3. Obtain the visa when you arrive.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival 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 visa on arrival rules?

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

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Jordan?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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