Visa Requirements for Jordanian Citizens

Jordanian citizens can visit approximately 55 countries visa-free or with visa-on-arrival in 2025. Popular visa-free destinations include Turkey (90 days), Malaysia (90 days), Georgia (1 year), Egypt (3 months), Thailand (60 days), Tunisia (90 days), South Africa (30 days), Lebanon (6 months), Hong Kong (30 days), and Russia (30 days). The UAE and several other Gulf states offer convenient visa-on-arrival options for Jordanian travelers.

The US B1/B2 tourist and business visa costs $185 (approximately 131 JOD) for Jordanian applicants. This is a non-refundable application fee paid before scheduling your visa interview at the US Embassy in Amman. Additional fees may apply depending on reciprocity arrangements.

The UK Standard Visitor Visa costs £127 (approximately 90 JOD) for Jordanian citizens applying for stays up to 6 months. VFS Global charges an additional service fee of around 15 to 20 JOD. Priority processing is available for £500 extra (5 working days) or £1,000 for Super Priority (next working day). Long-term visitor visas are also available: 2 years (£475), 5 years (£848), or 10 years (£1,059).

Schengen visa processing for Jordanian applicants typically takes 15 to 30 calendar days from the date of application. During peak travel season (April to August), processing can extend to 45 days. The Schengen visa fee is €80 (approximately 57 JOD) and allows travel to all 29 Schengen member countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Standard visa requirements for Jordanians include: valid passport with 6+ months validity and 2 blank pages, recent passport-size photographs (specifications vary by country), bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months showing sufficient funds, employment letter or business registration, confirmed flight itinerary and hotel bookings, travel insurance (mandatory for Schengen), and cover letter explaining travel purpose. Some countries may also require proof of property ownership or family ties in Jordan.

The UK visitor visa approval rate for Jordanian applicants is approximately 70% to 75% based on recent data. Approval rates are higher for applicants with strong ties to Jordan, previous international travel history, stable employment, and clear documentation of funds. First-time applicants and younger travelers may face more scrutiny.

Yes, Jordanian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Dubai (UAE) for stays up to 30 days. This free-of-charge facility is available at all UAE entry points including Dubai International Airport. For longer stays, Jordanians can apply for a 90-day tourist visa in advance through airlines, travel agents, or the UAE ICP Smart Services portal.

Jordanian applicants typically face higher rejection rates for Schengen visas, particularly from France, Germany, and the Netherlands, with rejection rates ranging from 15% to 25%. The UK and US also have notable rejection rates of approximately 25% to 30% for Jordanian applicants. Common rejection reasons include insufficient financial documentation, unclear travel purpose, weak ties to Jordan, and incomplete applications.

To maximize visa approval chances: apply at least 4 to 8 weeks before travel, provide 6 months of bank statements showing consistent income and a healthy balance, include income tax documents and salary certificates, show property ownership or other assets in Jordan, document previous international travel (especially to Gulf countries or other visa-free destinations first), provide a detailed day-by-day travel itinerary, and ensure all documents are properly translated to English where required.