Jordan
Wadi Rum and what to eat
An amazing country: Petra, a night in the Wadi Rum desert, great food and some of the kindest people I've met.
Best time: March, April, May, September and October
Good to know
- Capital
- Amman
- Currency
- Jordanian dinar (JOD)
- Language
- Arabic
- Say hello
- MarhabaThank you: Shukran
- Plugs
- Type C, D, F, G and J
- Tap water
- Bottled water is recommended
When to go
- January: low season
- February: low season
- March: best
- April: best
- May: best
- June: good
- July: low season
- August: low season
- September: best
- October: best
- November: good
- December: low season
March to May and September to November; summers are very hot in the desert.
Where to go in Jordan
Visa & entry
- Most visitors, including EU, UK and US passports, can get a visa on arrival at Amman airport.
- Buy the Jordan Pass before you land and stay at least 2 nights: it covers the visa fee and entry to Petra.
- Some land borders have different rules, so check before you cross.
General info for the most common passports, checked November 2026. Rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you book.
Jordan FAQ
When is the best time to visit Jordan?
March to May and September to November; summers are very hot in the desert.
What currency does Jordan use?
Jordanian dinar (JOD).
What language do they speak in Jordan?
Arabic. Hello is "Marhaba" and thank you is "Shukran".
Can you drink the tap water in Jordan?
Bottled water is recommended.
What plugs does Jordan use?
Type C, D, F, G and J. Pack a universal adapter if yours are different.
Do I need a visa for Jordan?
Most visitors, including EU, UK and US passports, can get a visa on arrival at Amman airport. Buy the Jordan Pass before you land and stay at least 2 nights: it covers the visa fee and entry to Petra. Rules change, so check the official site (https://www.jordanpass.jo/) before you book.