Basics
Sockets & plugs
Jordan uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C, Type D, Type F, Type G and Type J.
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Money
Currency
Jordan uses the Jordanian dinar (symbol: د.ا), code JOD.
Banknotes come in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 dinars. Dinar is subdivided into 100 piastres. Coins come in denominations of 1, ½ and ¼ dinars and 10, 5 and 1 piastres.
Tipping
Tipping is expected in Jordan since staff depend on tips to supplement their often minimum wages.
ATMs
Automatic teller machines (local names: ATM or الصراف الالي) are common in Jordan. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.
You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Communications
Internet
Internet speed in Jordan is on average 3.3 Mbps.
WiFi coverage in Jordan is low. It is not as easy to find one.
Mobile phone
Jordan uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.
If you don't want to buy SIM card in Jordan upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Dial code
To call Jordan, dial +, then 962 (the country code for Jordan), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.
For local calls within Jordan, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 6 .
Health & safety
LGBTIQ+
Homosexuality is legal in Jordan.
Same-sex marriage is not recognized.
Vaccinations
The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
These apply only to select travelers or persons on work assignments.
Travel advisories
Alerts are issued for short-term events we think you should know about when planning travel to a country.
