Jordan visas
Whether you need a visa for Jordan, and which route applies, depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip — tourism, transit, work, study, family, investment or settlement. Many nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival or apply online, while others must arrange a visa or residence permit in advance. The Ministry of Interior is the authority responsible for visas and residence permits, operating its e-services portal at eservices.moi.gov.jo alongside the Ministry of Labour (work permits) and the Ministry of Investment (investor residency and citizenship).
Jordanian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Jordan — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Jordan to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Jordan — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Jordan.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Jordan as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Jordan long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Jordanian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Jordan — key facts
- Visa authority
- Ministry of Interior of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Jordanian dinar (JOD)
- Time zone
- Arabia Standard Time (UTC+03:00, observed year-round)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.