Jordan Travel Risk Level

Reconsider travel to Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. U.S. government employee travel restrictions Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Jordan. Additional staffing posture adjustments may be imposed on U.S. personnel under Chief of Mission security responsibility due to evolving security issues. Armed conflict Iranian-supported Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure resulting in civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions. The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area. Terrorism There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Jordan. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack without warning, including such targets as: Tourist locations; Transportation hubs; Markets and shopping malls; Local government buildings. Jordan is relatively stable but due to high tensions in the region, the security environment remains complex and can change quickly. Zarqa City There is heightened risk of terrorism and crime in Zarqa City. All U.S. government personnel on official travel to this area must follow U.S. embassy travel restrictions. When traveling at night, U.S. government personnel on official travel must use major highways. Personal travel by U.S. government personnel to these areas is allowed only during daylight hours. Direct transit through these areas is permissible at night along major highways. Ma’an City and Ma’an Governorate There is heightened risk of terrorism and crime in the following areas: Ma’an city All areas of Ma’an Governorate east of Highway 15 (“The Desert Highway”) All areas of Ma’an Governorate within two kilometers to the west of Highway 15 All U.S. government personnel on official travel to these

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Some areas of the country carry a higher risk than the country overall.

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Jordan-Syria border FCDO advises against all travel to within 3km of the border with Syria. Shooting in Karak A shooting took place at a Church in Karak Governorate causing several casualties on 23 October 2026. Follow the advice of the local authorities and monitor local media. Regional tensions The context in the Middle East remains deeply unpredictable and the risk of sudden escalation is high. Since conflict began in early 2026, Iran has stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including, but not limited to, organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions. There have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran and others across the region against civilian and US military infrastructure. British nationals in, or planning to travel through, the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions. You should: read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK . This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis” sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts follow advice from the local authorities monitor local and international media for the latest information, including updates relating to airports and airspace which could close at short notice stay away from areas around security or military facilities and strategic infrastructure. Recent attacks show that these areas may be targets or experience falling debris keep your departure plans under review, and ensure your travel documents are up to date if advised to take shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or designated shelter. An interior stairwell or a room with as few external walls or windows as possible may provide additional

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all travel: Jordan-Syria border FCDO advises against all travel to within 3km of the border with Syria. Shooting in Karak A shooting took place at a Church in Karak Governorate causing several casualties on 23…

France Diplomatie : vigilance normale (vert).

Higher-risk regions — Travel formally advised against: Frontière entre la Jordanie et la Syrie. Même si un point de passage à la frontière est ouvert, il est rappelé que les voyages en Syrie sont formellement déconseillés. Des arrestations par les…

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.