Jordan entry requirements for UK travellers
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Jordan: visa and passport rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Quick answer for UK travellers
- Visa
- Yes - apply before travel
- Passport
- valid 6+ months beyond arrival
- Vaccines
- 2 recommended, 3 to consider
- Driving permit
- 1949 Geneva Convention IDP if you plan to drive
Data is automatically refreshed from official UK government sources: gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for visa and passport rules, NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro for vaccines, and gov.uk driving abroad guidance for International Driving Permits. Not medical advice - always confirm with a travel-health professional and the Jordan embassy before you travel. Read our full methodology →
Entry requirements for Jordan
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders normally need a visa to enter.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice - Jordan · checked . Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Jordan
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
Booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago.
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3 weeks before travelHepatitis B Consider
Recommended for those with sexual risk, healthcare workers, and long-stay travellers.
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Pre-exposure for laboratory and animal workers, those in limited medical access areas, and long-stay travellers (1+ month).
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Consider
Consider for those visiting friends/relatives, frequent or long-stay travellers, and laboratory personnel.
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro - Jordan · checked . Cross-check against NHS Fit for Travel and US CDC Traveller's Health.
Driving in Jordan
To drive in Jordan with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1949 Geneva Convention.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) - find an issuing store.
Jordan travel: frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Jordan from the UK?
Yes - British passport holders normally need a visa to enter Jordan. Apply before you travel and check the UK government's foreign travel advice for the latest requirements.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Jordan?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive in Jordan. Check your expiry date well in advance - renewing a UK passport currently takes around 3 weeks.
What vaccines do I need for Jordan?
No vaccines are listed as required for Jordan, but Hepatitis A, Tetanus / Diphtheria are recommended for UK travellers based on NaTHNaC guidance. Some vaccines need several weeks for full protection - book a travel clinic appointment well before you fly.
Do I need an International Driving Permit for Jordan?
If you plan to drive in Jordan on a UK licence, you may need an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. UK IDPs are issued by PayPoint in person and cost £5.50.
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