Is It Safe to Travel to Jordan in 2026?
Jordan - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
⚠ Reconsider Travel
The U.S. State Department recommends reconsidering travel to Jordan due to elevated risks. Key factors: terrorism, civil_unrest.
Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. Jordan is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, and both Israel and Palestine (West Bank) to the west.
Is It Safe to Travel to Jordan in 2026?
Jordan is currently rated Level 3 — Reconsider Travel by the U.S. Department of State. Reconsider travel to Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict, with some areas having increased risk. U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Jordan due to safety risks.
Key concerns cited in the advisory:
- terrorism
- civil_unrest
The overall security situation has been worsening recently. Contributing factors: Reconsider travel to Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict, heightened risk of terrorism and crime in Zarqa City and Ma'an City, armed conflict in the region poses risks to travelers.
Active restrictions in Jordan:
- Movement restrictions in effect
- Security escort may be required
Must have special authorization to travel to Jordan.
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers face significant risks from terrorism and crime, particularly in areas like Zarqa City and Ma'an, where attacks may target individuals without warning.
Business travelers may encounter operational disruptions due to security concerns and must adhere to strict travel restrictions, especially in high-risk areas.
Families with children should be cautious as healthcare access is limited outside major cities, and the risk of terrorism poses a direct threat to safety.
Remote workers may find suitable environments in urban centers but should avoid travel to high-risk areas and remain aware of potential disruptions.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Jordan.
Regional Safety Breakdown
Do Not Travel Zones
The U.S. State Department advises against all travel to the following areas due to extreme risk:
- Mansheyat al Ghayyath
- Ruwayshid
- border with Syria and Iraq
- designated Syrian refugee camps
- Rusayfah city
- Baqa'a neighborhood of Ayn Basha
▶Level 4 — Do Not Travel6 regions
▶Baqa'a neighborhood of Ayn Basha
Do not travel due to risk of terrorism and crime.
▶border with Syria and Iraq
Do not travel due to risk of terrorism and unrest.
▶designated Syrian refugee camps
Do not travel due to Government of Jordan's restrictions.
▶Mansheyat al Ghayyath
Do not travel due to risk of terrorism and unrest.
▶Rusayfah city
Do not travel due to risk of terrorism and crime.
▶Ruwayshid
Do not travel due to risk of terrorism and unrest.
▶Level 3 — Reconsider Travel3 regions
▶Ma'an City
Heightened risk of terrorism and crime.
▶Ma'an Governorate
Heightened risk of terrorism and crime in areas east of Highway 15 and within two kilometers to the west.
▶Zarqa City
Heightened risk of terrorism and crime.
Jordan has 9 distinct regions with varying advisory levels. Risk conditions differ significantly by area.
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▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Jordan has an overall threat severity of 7.3 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 5.0/10, terrorism risk 7.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Not Free — scored 33/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Language
Arabic
Notable restrictions:
- drug possession illegal including medical marijuana
- e-cigarettes prohibited
Vaccinations
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
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More Jordan Data
Not Free — 33/100 on the Freedom House index.
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