Handbook > Jordan
Map
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Visas
Visa is required for ALL travelers to Jordan. Visa Prior to Departure: Visa applicatons are processed Embassy of Jordan and its consular offices. Visas Upon Arrival: Travelers entering Jordan through Israel may obtain the Jordanian visa at the airport in Amman upon arrival and at the Araba (Aqaba/Eilat) and Sheikh Hussein (Jordan Valley) border crossings. Visa cannot be obtained at the Allenby Bridge border crossing. Tourist visas cost US$16.50 for stays up to 6 months.
Click here to download a copy of the Visa Application Form (PDF)
Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required for entry into Jordan.
Voltage
220 volts AC, 50Hz
Climate / Weather Conditions
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Amman
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Current Conditions |
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| °F | Avg High |
Avg Low |
Humidty (%) AM/PM |
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| Jan | 54 | 39 | 80/56 | 8 | 2.7" | |
| Feb | 56 | 40 | 78/52 | 8 | 2.9" | |
| Mar | 60 | 43 | 57/44 | 4 | 1.2" | |
| Apr | 73 | 49 | 53/34 | 3 | 0.6" | |
| May | 83 | 57 | 39/28 | 0.8 | 0.2" | |
| Jun | 87 | 61 | 40/28 | 0 | 0" | |
| Jul | 89 | 65 | 41/30 | 0 | 0" | |
| Aug | 90 | 65 | 45/30 | 0 | 0" | |
| Sep | 88 | 62 | 53/31 | 0 | 0" | |
| Oct | 81 | 57 | 53/31 | 1 | 0.2" | |
| Nov | 70 | 50 | 66/40 | 4 | 1.3" | |
| Dec | 59 | 42 | 77/53 | 5 | 1.8" | |
| Source: The Times Books World Weather Guide, Pearce and Smith: ©1990 | ||||||
International Dialing Code
Country code: 962
City Codes: Amman code: 6