🇯🇴 Is Jordan safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Jordan: 42 diplomatic missions from 41 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Jordan
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Keep travel documents current and review departure plans regularly due to possible flight cancellations and airspace closures
- Sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts and monitor local and international media for airport updates
- If instructed to take shelter, move indoors or to the nearest safe building; interior stairwells are recommended
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity at entry; provisional Spanish passports are not recognised by Jordan
- Israeli stamps in passport are generally not an obstacle to entry, though border authorities have final say
- Commercial flights remain active and airspace is open, but flights may be cancelled or changed without notice
- Spanish nationals in Jordan are urged to register with the Spanish Embassy consular registry as a transient visitor
Risk areas and situations
- Within 3km of the Jordan-Syria border: FCDO advises against all travel
- Aqaba international airport and seaport: FCDO advises against all but essential travel
- Since 8 July, strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran have hit locations in Jordan, targeting US military and civilian infrastructure
- Areas near security or military facilities carry specific risk; stay away from their surroundings
- The broader Middle East is affected by a regional conflict; Spanish authorities advise postponing travel to Jordan until further notice
- Crowds, demonstrations and protests should be avoided due to the deteriorating security situation linked to the regional conflict
Health
- Travel insurance may be void if you visit areas where FCDO advises against travel
- Travellers on ongoing medical treatment should carry sufficient medication supplies for the duration of their stay
Emergency numbers in Jordan
Embassies and consulates in Jordan
42 diplomatic missions from 41 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | Amman |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Amman |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Amman |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Amman |
| 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan | 1 | Amman |
| 🇧🇦 Bosnia & Herzegovina | 1 | Amman |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Amman |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Amman |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | 1 | Amman |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Amman |
…and 29 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Jordan is Arabic. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Arabic, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jordan safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Jordan is 2.45/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Jordan?
The general emergency number in Jordan is 911. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Jordan?
Telcomia tracks 42 diplomatic missions from 41 countries in Jordan, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.