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Reconsider Travel
CapitalAmman
LanguageArabic
CurrencyJOD · Jordanian dinar
TimezoneUTC+03:00
Reconsider TravelUpdated 2026-05-04
Risk Level3 / 4
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Reconsider travel due to terrorism and armed conflict . 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. Aviation Safety The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an ongoing Special Federal Aviation Regulation and Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Yemen. For more information Americans should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices . 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 .

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