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Visa requirements · updated Sep 2026

Do Jordan citizens need a visa for China?

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Jordan citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Jordan vs China: passport comparison

Jordan

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #165 · mobility 76.1

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
11

countries both Jordan and China can enter visa-free together

Jordan + China: passport compatibility

69%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Jordan and China travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
20 both visa on arrival
26 both e-visa / eTA
78 both need a visa
62 access differs

Where Jordan and China can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (11)

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How the entry rule changed: Jordan → China

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Jordan → China rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

14passports gained easier entry to China
0passports saw China tighten its rules
2rule changes for the Jordan passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

China: good to know

Beijing

Capital

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Currency

China Standard Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+86

Calling code

A, C, I

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Jordan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for China

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Jordan citizens need a visa for China?
Jordan citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Jordan or China?
The China passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Jordan #165, China #112.
Where can Jordan and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for China?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Jordan and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Jordan passport ranking

Where else the Jordan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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