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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do United States citizens need a visa for Jordan?

Visa on arrival

United States citizens can get a visa on arrival for Jordan — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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United States vs Jordan: passport comparison

United States

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #40 · mobility 166.1

Jordan

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #165 · mobility 76.1
16

countries both United States and Jordan can enter visa-free together

United States + Jordan: passport compatibility

37%

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

Where United States and Jordan travel together — by entry type:

16 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
22 both e-visa / eTA
15 both need a visa
125 access differs

Where United States and Jordan 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 (16)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Ecuador 90 days #104
Georgia 360 days #83
Haiti 90 days #175
Hong Kong 30 days #46
Kosovo 90 days #107
Malaysia 90 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Seychelles 90 days #58
South Africa 30 days #97
Tajikistan 30 days #149
Thailand 60 days #110
Tunisia 90 days #131
Turkey 90 days #94

Only Jordan is visa-free (4)

Jordan: good to know

Amman

Capital

Jordanian Dinar (JOD)

Currency

Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+962

Calling code

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Documents you'll usually need for Jordan

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 on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do United States citizens need a visa for Jordan?
United States citizens can get a visa on arrival for Jordan — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — United States or Jordan?
The United States passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: United States #40, Jordan #165.
Where can United States and Jordan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 16 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Jordan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between United States and Jordan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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