How to get a Jordan visa with Israel stamps in your passport
Jordan accepts travelers with Israel stamps in their passports and issues visas normally. You can get a visa on arrival at most entry points for 40 JOD, apply online in advance, or use the Jordan Pass if staying multiple days and visiting Petra.
- Check your entry point options. All major Jordan entry points accept passports with Israel stamps: Queen Alia Airport in Amman, King Hussein Bridge (Allenby Bridge from Israel), and Aqaba airport. Land borders with Saudi Arabia and Iraq also have no restrictions.
- Choose your visa method. Three options: visa on arrival (40 JOD at airport or land borders), online e-visa (40 JOD plus processing fee, apply 3-7 days ahead), or Jordan Pass (75+ JOD, includes visa plus Petra entry and other attractions if staying 3+ nights).
- Prepare required documents. Bring your passport with at least 6 months validity, return flight ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter), and sufficient funds evidence (bank statement or cash equivalent to $150+ per day).
- Apply for your chosen visa type. For visa on arrival: go directly to immigration with documents and payment. For e-visa: apply at visa.moi.gov.jo with scanned documents. For Jordan Pass: purchase at jordanpass.jo and print confirmation.
- Enter Jordan normally. Present your passport, visa/Jordan Pass, and supporting documents at immigration. Officers may ask about your Israel travel but this is routine questioning, not grounds for denial. Answer honestly and briefly.
- Will Jordan immigration ask about my Israel stamps?
- They may ask routine questions about your Israel visit, but this is normal security procedure and won't affect your visa approval. Answer honestly and briefly.
- Is the Jordan Pass worth it with Israel stamps?
- Yes, if you're staying 3+ nights and visiting Petra. The pass costs 75 JOD but includes the 40 JOD visa plus Petra entry (50 JOD value), making it worthwhile for most tourists.
- Can I enter Jordan directly from Israel?
- Yes, via King Hussein Bridge (Allenby Bridge). You'll pay Israel exit tax (180 NIS) then get your Jordan visa at the border. The process takes 1-3 hours total.
- Do I need to hide my Israel stamps?
- No. Jordan officially recognizes Israel and has no issue with previous Israeli travel. Attempting to hide stamps would be dishonest and unnecessary.
- What if I have both Israeli and Arab country stamps?
- Jordan accepts passports with any combination of stamps. Having visited both Israel and Arab countries is common and creates no visa issues.