United Kingdom
Jordan
Jordan visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens receive their visa for Jordan at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at jordanembassy.org.uk
Which Jordan visa?
Entry visa on arrival (airports and land borders)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Three months of temporary residence on entry (since January 2026)
- Fee
- JOD 40
- Processing time
- At the border on arrival
Jordan’s visa on arrival costs JOD 40 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is jordanpass.jo. Processing time, as Jordan states it: At the border on arrival. Longest stay on the visa on arrival: Three months of temporary residence on entry (since January 2026).
Jordanian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Jordan
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the United Kingdom to Jordan, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Jordan at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Jordan (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Jordan (updated 29 October 2026).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Jordan
British citizens may stay in Jordan for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Jordan.
How British citizens apply
British citizens receive the visa for Jordan at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Jordan’s neighbours for British citizens
Palestine admits British citizens visa-free.
Jordanian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Jordanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Jordan?
British citizens receive their visa for Jordan at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Jordan?
British citizens can stay in Jordan for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Jordan visa on arrival cost?
Jordan’s official sources give a standard fee of JOD 40 for the visa on arrival. Processing time: At the border on arrival.
Do Jordanian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Jordanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Can British citizens enter Jordan visa-free?
No; British citizens need a visa on arrival in Jordan.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.