Jordan Travel Risk Level

Updated to reflect the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of government personnel on March 2 and the change to Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to safety risks, and to add the “other” risk indicator. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider Travel to Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict . Advisory Summary On March 2, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and their family members to leave Jordan due to safety risks. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. 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. Do not travel to: Mansheyat al Ghayyath, Ruwayshid, and the border with Syria and Iraq due to the risk of terrorism and unrest. Designated Syrian refugee camps in Jordan due to Government of Jordan’s restrictions on entry into these camps . Rusayfah city due to the risk of terrorism and crime. The Baqa’a neighborhood of Ayn Basha due to risk of terrorism and crime . Reconsider travel to: Ma’an city and designated areas of Ma’an Governorate due to the risk of terrorism and crime . Zarqa city due to the risk of terrorism and crime. Mansheyat al Ghayyath, Ruwayshid, and the Border with Syria and Iraq – Level 4: Do Not Travel Do not travel to the towns of Mansheyat al Ghayyath, Ruwayshid, and Jordan's border with Syria and Iraq due t

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Mansheyat al Ghayyath, Ruwayshid, and the border with Syria and Iraq due to the risk of terrorism and unrest. Designated Syrian refugee camps in Jordan due to Government of Jordan’s restrictions on…

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. Regional tensions The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Jordan, against US military and civilian infrastructure. In early September renewed attacks and interceptions occurred in and around Aqaba. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region. Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions. British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions, and 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

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all travel: Jordan-Syria border FCDO advises against all travel to within 3km of the border with Syria. Regional tensions The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to…

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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.