Keith Crockford
If you’ve landed here, you’re probably wondering ‘Do I need a visa for Jordan from the UK?’ In which case, you’re in the right place. On this page we’ll take you through the ins and outs of making your way to Jordan, and let you know all about the current Jordan visa rules.
Though, let’s caveat that for a second, you should ALWAYS double check you’ve got the right Jordan visa rules info on the Government website here.
Now, from trekking through canyons to snorkelling in the corals of the Red Sea, Jordan is a must-go destination for any travel junkie – that’s why it’s one of our most popular trips.
But before you start imagining yourself in this picturesque place, let’s answer that one question: do you need a visa for Jordan from the UK?
To stay in Jordan, travellers from the UK do need a visa. The good news is you can get this on arrival at any Jordanian airport.
A single-entry visit visa will cost 40 Jordanian dinars, which is about £45. The visa is valid for one month, but if you find yourself totally in awe of everything Jordan has to offer (a distinct possibility, might I add), you can extend your visa online for up to 6 months.
Make sure you don’t accidentally overstay though because you could be hit with a nasty fine.
(If you’re planning to enter Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories during a trip to Jordan, you’ll need a multiple-entry visa from the Jordanian Embassy in London before you travel. Just check which areas are advised against before planning your trip – click here for the latest information.)
As a tourist, you also have the option to apply for a Jordan Pass online before travelling. Your entry visa is included in the cost of the pass, and you’re given hassle-free access to over 40 of Jordan’s most popular tourist attractions. Click here to have a look at it yourself.
If you’re a keen traveller, you probably already know your passport’s expiration date off the top of your head. But if you’re not sure, go check NOW.
Jordan (like almost every other country) requires you to have a passport with at least 6 months left on it, so if yours is about to run out, renew it ASAP. The UK passport office doesn’t exactly prioritise speedy turnarounds after all.
You may also need to provide information about the first hotel you’re staying at, details of onward or return flights, and proof of sufficient funds – how much of this you’ll actually need to show will vary from person to person and between airports, so it’s best to have it all to hand, just in case.
As with all visa and passport stuff, make sure to keep updated and check the requirements of the country you’re entering before you travel – click here to look at the latest travel info on Jordan.
Unlike other Islamic countries, it’s not prohibited to take alcohol into Jordan, as long as it’s no more than one litre of duty-free.
That being said, if you’re looking to bring in fresh meat and milk products, you’ll need a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture – if you were thinking of bringing a pack of sausages in, best leave that at home.
You’ll also have to declare if you’re bringing in over 15,000 Jordanian dinars – close to £17,000 – but again, you probably weren’t thinking of doing that anyway. Speaking of money…
This question will totally depend on the kind of experience you’re after – your activities, the places you eat at, where you stay, and so on.
Jordan is one of the more expensive countries in the Middle East but that doesn’t mean you can’t still have a great time and make fabulous memories without spending loads. Our Bucket List Company trip to Jordan is designed to squeeze the most out of your time in the country, while ensuring you don’t break the bank. Click here to see for yourself.
As with any trip, you want to be 100% sure you’re seeing the right areas, staying in the best regions, and doing it all for a decent price. But choosing an operator who has all those things in mind isn’t always easy. That’s where we come in.
When you choose the Bucket List Company, you’re opting for an unforgettable adventure with a group of like-minded travellers, all under the care of our expert guides. You can pay for the trip in monthly instalments, and by the time it rolls around, it’s all already paid for.
So check that passport and start getting in the mood – click HERE to check out the Bucket List Company itinerary. If you don’t book it now… will you ever?
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