Jordan

Overview

Visa & Entry

You must have a passport which is valid for at least six months after your return date

Health

There are no health requirements for entering the country. However, you might want to consider getting a hepatitis vaccination. Ask your physician when planning a trip

Weather

In Jordan, the months of May and October are the most pleasant, with temperatures ranging in the 20C/70F and 25C/80F during the day and from the mid 10C/50F through the 15C/60F at night. During the rest of the year, the temperatures vary from a daytime high in the 5C/40F through the15C /60F to lows at night from the 0C/30F through the 10C/50F. Typically, some rain can fall during the December through February period, while May through October is virtually rain free. The contrast between night and day is dramatic, so take a sweater for chilly nights, even in summer.

Dressing

Men should avoid tank tops and make sure to wear T-shirts to cover their shoulders. If possible, they should also wear long pants. Shorts are usually tolerated, but long pants are preferred. If heat is a problem, linen clothing is a good option.
When visiting a mosque, men should always wear T-shirts and long pants. Shorts are not permitted in a mosque.
Swimming shorts are most of the time acceptable for men.
Women should preferably wear loose clothing. It is essential to have arms and shoulders covered at all times. Strapless shirts and dresses are not acceptable. In addition, skirts should reach at least beneath the knee. Long skirts and dresses comply perfectly with the local dress code. Wearing pants is also a good option. It is always helpful to carry a shawl to cover hair, especially in more conservative areas.

Credit Cards & Money

Always notify your bank prior to departure to avoid any problems using your credit or debit card while traveling.

Shopping

In Jordan, shop for pottery, bronze, baskets, wood inlay, straw goods, embroidery, glass, leather, Madaba rugs, spices, and etchings. Bargain only in markets, not in fine shops.

Electricity & Power

230 volts. Plugs C, D, E, F, G, & J. You will need a voltage converter and plug adapter in order to use U.S. appliances. We recommend getting a universal adapter and converter kit

Cell Phones & Internet

Want to take your cell phone, tablet or laptop, but not sure how to get cell service or wifi? Check in google world connections before

Photography

Cameras and video recorders are allowed almost everywhere in the country, and in fact, you will want to take plenty of pictures of the magnificent panoramas you’ll encounter as you travel. Photography is generally permitted everywhere except at airports and military installations. Memory cards for digital cameras will also be readily available, especially in major cities

For your info

The capital of Jordan, Amman, was once named Philadelphia after Ptolemy Philadelphus who rebuilt the city during his reign.
Jordan’s national flower is the Black Iris, growing only in Wadi Rum and during the spring.
Arabic is the official language, but English is widely spoken amidst the middle and upper classes.
In Jordan, it’s considered polite to refuse a meal three times before accepting it.
The final scenes from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade were filmed at Petra.