🛂 The Jordan Pass & Visa Requirements for Jordan (2025 Guide)

If you’re planning a trip to Jordan, chances are you’ve already heard about the Jordan Pass. Created by the Jordanian Ministry of Tourism, it’s designed to make exploring easier, cheaper, and more convenient. For travelers staying more than three consecutive nights, the pass is a real game-changer: it waives the 40 JOD visa fee and gives you access to over 40 attractions — including Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, Mount Nebo, and more.

With one QR code on your phone, you skip the ticket lines and head straight to the experience.

How the Jordan Pass e-voucher looks

🔹 What is the Jordan Pass?

The Jordan Pass is an all-in-one sightseeing and entry bundle.

Q: Does the Jordan Pass replace a visa?
A: No. It does not replace a visa, but it waives the visa fee if you stay 3 nights or longer. You still need to qualify for a Visa on Arrival or arrange a visa through an embassy if your nationality requires it.

Included:

• Visa fee waiver (40 JOD)

• Entry to 40+ sites, including Petra, Jerash, and Wadi Rum

• Valid for 12 months from purchase; once used, valid for 14 consecutive days

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The famous Monastery

🔹 Which Jordan Pass Should I Buy?

There are three types of passes. The difference lies only in the number of Petra days:

• Jordan Wanderer → 1-day Petra entry

• Jordan Explorer → 2-day Petra entry

• Jordan Expert → 3-day Petra entry

👉 Pro tip: Most travelers prefer at least 2 days in Petra — the extra 5 JOD is worth it to explore both the Treasury and the Monastery without rushing.

🔹 When Should I Buy the Jordan Pass?

Processing is almost instant — you usually receive the e-voucher by email within seconds.

👉 Pro tip: Buy the pass 4–9 days before arrival. This gives you a buffer for any technical issues but keeps the activation period fresh.

Purchase it only from the official Jordan Pass website.

🔹 What Attractions Are Included?

Some highlights:

• Petra

• Jerash

• Wadi Rum

• Amman Citadel

• Karak Castle

• Mount Nebo

• Desert Castles

Q: Is Petra by Night included?
A: No. Petra by Night is a separate ticket and not covered by the pass.

👉 Pro tip: If you’re short on time, focus on Petra, Jerash, and Wadi Rum — the pass already pays for itself with just these three.

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🔹 Visa Requirements Explained

Q: Do I need a visa to enter Jordan?
A: Most travelers can get a Visa on Arrival. With the Jordan Pass, the visa fee is waived if you stay 3+ nights.

Q: What about restricted nationalities?
A: Restricted nationalities must apply in advance through the Ministry of Interior and cannot use the Jordan Pass.

Q: Do Indian citizens need a visa?
A: Yes. Indian nationals are eligible for Visa on Arrival. If you purchase the Jordan Pass in advance and stay 3 nights, the visa fee is waived. Having a valid U.S. visa or GCC residency can make the entry process smoother.

Q: Should Turkish or Arab citizens buy the Jordan Pass?
A: Usually not. Most Turkish and Arab nationals are exempt from visa fees, and many pay reduced entry fees at sites, which makes the Jordan Pass rarely cost-effective for them.

Q: Do children need the Jordan Pass?
A: Children under 12 can enter most tourist sites for free when accompanied by a parent, so they don’t need the Jordan Pass. However, they still require a visa, and the 40 JOD visa fee applies (unless waived at specific entry points, such as Aqaba).

Q: Can I make my arrival smoother?
A: Yes. If you’d like a seamless entry, we offer a Meet & Greet service at the airport. An airport representative will meet you right after you exit the plane and assist with visa formalities and paperwork. Ask your travel advisor to arrange it as part of your itinerary.

🔹 Add-Ons You’ll See Online

• Baptism Site (Bethany Beyond the Jordan) → Not included in the standard pass, but can be added with a small discount.

• Train Ride Adventure → Listed but rarely operational; treat it as a photo stop, not a planned activity.

🔹 Is the Jordan Pass Worth It?

Here’s a quick breakdown (Visa + Petra + Jerash + Wadi Rum):

👉 Pro tip: Even if you visit just Petra + visa + one extra site, the pass saves money.

🔹 Why My Fairy Trail Recommends the Jordan Pass

Traditional agencies often bundle visas, “meet & greet,” and site tickets into packages — but this adds cost and slows you down with extra ticket stops.

At My Fairy Trail, we prefer simplicity:

• One QR code = smooth entry to every site

• Better value compared to bundled agency fees

• Less hassle, more time enjoying Jordan

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🔹 Important Notes to Remember

• Children under 12 enter tourist sites for free but still need a visa (40 JOD) unless waived by entry rules.

• Pass is valid for 12 months; after first use, valid 14 days.

• You cannot upgrade/downgrade after purchase.

• Don’t buy too early — 4–9 days before arrival is ideal.

• King Hussein Bridge is not an entry point for visa-on-arrival.

• Entering via Wadi Araba? Visa is already waived with 2 nights’ stay.

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