Location: Worldwide Caution Event:  Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.  U.S. citizens should: Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) …

Location: Jordan Event:  The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring the security situation in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank.The U.S. Embassy in Amman is aware of calls for a demonstration at the U.S. Embassy today, October 18, beginning as early as noon.  U.S. citizens should expect to see a heavy police presence around the Embassy and potential …

Location: Jordan  Event:  The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring the security situation in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank.  U.S. citizens are advised to check Israeli and Jordanian government websites to determine if border crossings are open prior to your travel, as they may close or be closed at any time for an unknown duration.  U.S. citizens can check the status …

The situation in Israel continues to be unpredictable and U.S. citizens throughout the region should take caution. Individuals should follow local government advice to increase their security awareness, avoid areas around demonstrations, and check local media for updates and traffic advisories. U.S. citizens who need assistance should contact the closest U.S. embassy or consulate. U.S. …

Location: Jordan Event: The U.S. Embassy is closely monitoring the security situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza.  Reports indicate the land border crossings at King Hussein/Allenby Bridge, at Aqaba/Eilat in the south, and the Jordan River Crossing in the north are closed or may be closed at any time for an unknown period …

Location: Jordan Event: Due to reports of increased incidents of violence overnight related to the ongoing protests throughout Jordan, U.S. government personnel have been restricted from overland travel between cities and towns during hours of darkness. These limitations are in addition and to those put in place yesterday for both personal and official travel to …

Location: Jordan Event: Due to reports of ongoing protests, burning tires, and throwing stones at vehicles on streets and highways throughout Jordan and particularly in the south, U.S. government personnel have been restricted from both personal and official travel to the governates of Karak, Tafilah, Ma’an, and Aqaba until further notice. Road closures and related …

Location: Jordan Event: The Embassy is aware of reports of individuals protesting, burning tires, and throwing stones at vehicles on streets and highways in Jordan.  Some highways, especially in the south, have experienced temporary closures.  These incidents appear to be related to the ongoing truckers’ strike. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid large crowds …

Message to U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution (04 August 2022) Location: Jordan  On August 2, the U.S. Department of State released a Worldwide Caution due to a higher potential for anti-American violence given the death of Ayman al-Zawahiri on July 31, 2022. Actions to Take: Read the Worldwide Caution Maintain a high level of vigilance and practice good situational awareness …

16 June 2022 Location: Jordan Until June 30, you may be able to travel directly to the United States on your expired U.S. passport, if your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020. Please  read our previous announcement  regarding travel on an expired passport to confirm you qualify for this travel option. If you are traveling to …

Location: Worldwide Event:  As of 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, the  CDC no longer requires air travelers to show a negative COVID-19 test result , or documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight to the United States. CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see  Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers . Actions to Take: …

Location: Amman, Jordan All U.S. citizens living abroad are encouraged to exercise their right to vote.  The deadline to register to vote and submit a ballot for local elections is rapidly approaching. Please follow three easy steps below to ensure you’re registered to vote and know about upcoming state elections. Register and request an absentee …

Reminder to U.S. Citizens:  Resident in Jordan? Don’t Forget to Check Your Immigration Status (April 11, 2022) Location:  Jordan If you are a U.S. citizen resident in Jordan, you should routinely check you are in compliance with all relevant employment- and immigration-related Jordanian government regulations.  If your authorization to reside in Jordan lapses, you may …

Location: Various Amman locations and Dead Sea Highway, Jordan Event: Ongoing Protests Time: Now The U.S. Embassy has received reports of protests near the State Security Court and on the Dead Sea Highway in response to the sentencing of former Parliament member Osama Al-Ajarmah earlier today.  The U.S. Embassy has received reports of potential protests …

Location:  Jordan Subject:  Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the following are …

(December 7, 2021)  Location:  Jordan  Event:  On December 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of State issued a  Travel Advisory – Level 4  for Jordan advising U.S. citizens not travel to Jordan due to COVID-19.  Other specific conditions are detailed in the  Travel Advisory . Please continue to visit our  COVID-19 website  for updated information and we encourage you to enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive our …

Location: Jordan, countrywide Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one calendar day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States.  Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Updated Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. due to COVID-19 The  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  has announced a new Order for all air passengers traveling to the United States. Effective November 8, 2021, all non-immigrant, non-citizen air travelers to the United States will be required to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of vaccination status …

Due to the improved COVID-19 situation in Jordan, the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy is resuming all services offered by the American Citizens Services (ACS) unit.

On June 9, 2021, after a review of the worldwide COVID-19 situation and a review of the Travel Health Notice (THN) for Jordan issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State reduced the Travel Advisory for Jordan from Level 4 (Do Not Travel) to Level 3 (Reconsider Travel).

(June 6, 2021) Location: Gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Jordan: Um Al-Basateen Na’ur Event: The Embassy is receiving reports of demonstrations resulting in armed clashes between police and protesters in the vicinity of Um Al-Basateen and Na’ur (close to the main road leading from Amman to Queen Alia International Airport) …

Location:  Amman, Jordan Event:  U.S. citizens may return directly to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this exception if all the …

Location: Announced demonstrations include, but are not limited to, the following places in Jordan: Al Kalouti Mosque  , Amman Embassy of Israel , Amman Al Husseini Mosque , Amman Al Karamah  border crossing Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place in Jordan on Friday, May 21, 2021 in response to the ongoing conflict in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank.  Recent demonstrations have been generally peaceful, but there is …

Location:  Jordan On April 21, 2021, after a review of the world-wide COVID-19 situation and a review of the Travel Health Notice (THN) for Jordan issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State raised the Travel Advisory for Jordan from Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).  …

Location: Jordan  Event: New COVID-19 Health Restrictions    On March 10, the Government of Jordan announced significant changes to its COVID-19 related restrictions.  Beginning Saturday, March 13, the daily curfew will now begin at 6 p.m. for businesses and 7 p.m. for individuals and will extend until 6 a.m. the following morning.  Delivery services for restaurants and pharmacies will remain available until midnight.  The comprehensive Friday …

Location:  Jordan Alert: Update to Jordan Travel Advisory On March 10, 2021, the Department of State published an update to the Travel Advisory for Jordan.  To read the full Travel Advisory, please click here .  For more information about traveling to or living in Jordan, please see the Jordan country page listed on travel.state.gov . The key changes to the Travel …

Location:  Jordan Event: Resumption of Friday Comprehensive Curfews and New Daily Curfew Hours On February 24, the Government of Jordan announced the resumption of the Friday comprehensive curfew starting on February 26.  The Friday comprehensive curfew will begin at 10 p.m. Thursdays and end at 6 a.m. Saturdays.  In addition to the Friday comprehensive curfew, the daily …

Location:  Jordan Event: U.S. Embassy Closed: Government Holiday for Harsh Weather Conditions The Government of Jordan announced today that Thursday, February 18, 2021, will be an official holiday due to harsh weather conditions.  Accordingly, the U.S. Embassy will be closed on Thursday, February 18, 2021 and will resume regular business hours on Sunday, February 21, 2021. We encourage you …

Location:  Jordan        Event: CDC Requirement for Negative COVID-19 Test Prior to Arrival in the United States  Effective January 26, based on a U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) decision, the U.S. government requires all airline passengers to the United States, ages two years and older, to provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days …

Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (January 15, 2021)   Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must …

Location:  Jordan Event: Update on Government of Jordan COVID-19 Restrictions On January 13, the Government of Jordan announced the lifting of some of its COVID-19 restrictions, including eliminating the Friday mandatory comprehensive curfew.  U.S. citizens in Jordan should be aware these conditions could change at any time, and they are encouraged to check regularly the U.S. Embassy website and media …

Health Alert: Suspension of Routine American Citizen Services and New Embassy Health Guidance (November 19, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event: Suspension of Routine American Citizen Services and New Embassy Health Guidance   Due to the worsening COVID-19 situation in Jordan, the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section will suspend routine American Citizen Services (ACS) as of November 20.  The Embassy will …

November 5, 2020) Location: Jordan Event: November 11-15 Comprehensive Curfew On November 2, the Government of Jordan announced a four-day comprehensive curfew beginning after the announcement of the results of the upcoming national parliamentary elections on November 10.  November 10 has been declared an official holiday.  The official announcement of the election results are expected around …

Location:  Jordan Event: Three Border Crossings to Open with Limited Capacity On October 25, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that it would open three land border crossings to Jordanian, Palestinian, and Saudi travelers starting Thursday, October 29.  The border crossings of King Hussein Bridge, Sheikh Hussein Bridge, and Al-Mudawara will operate with a limited …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Recent Government of Jordan Measures to Combat COVID-19 On October 20, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a comprehensive curfew every Friday starting October 23 until the end of December 2020.  The October 23 curfew will start at 1 a.m. on Friday, October 23 and end at 6 a.m. on …

Location: Jordan Event: October 9-10, 2020 Comprehensive Curfew On October 6, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a nationwide, comprehensive curfew on Fridays and Saturdays until further notice.  The curfews will begin regularly at 12 a.m. on Friday morning until 12 a.m. on Sunday morning.  The first curfew will begin on Friday, …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Voting from Jordan – Drop Off Your Ballot at U.S. Embassy Amman The U.S. General Election will be held on November 3, 2020.  All U.S. citizens over the age of 18 who are living abroad—including those who have never resided in the United States—may vote using absentee ballots. U.S. Embassy Amman accepts …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Updated Government of Jordan Quarantine Regulations for Travelers and Minors On September 22, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that beginning September 23, individuals arriving to Jordan from “yellow” and “red” countries will no longer be required to go to institutional quarantine, but instead will be subject to a one-week home quarantine.  The new guidance allows …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Two-Week Closure of Restaurants, Public Spaces, and Schools On September 14, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that starting Thursday, September 17, restaurants, public spaces, and most schools will close for two weeks.  These closures will not affect access to grocery stores and health services, and most shops will remain open. Grocery …

(September 7, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Regular Commercial International Flights to Resume on September 8, 2020  On August 31, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced plans to resume regular commercial international flights on September 8, 2020.   Flights will be limited as airport operations resume.  The Government of Jordan has outlined requirements for passengers based …

Location:  Jordan Event:  24-Hour Comprehensive Curfew On September 2, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a 24-hour comprehensive curfew in Amman and Zarqa governorates from Thursday, September 3 at 11:00 p.m. through Friday, September 4 at 11:00 p.m.  As with previous comprehensive curfews, no one should move outside the home during this …

Comprehensive Curfew and Daily Evening Curfew Hours Due to the increased number of COVID-19 cases in Jordan, the Government of Jordan will implement a comprehensive curfew in two governorates, including Amman.

Health Alert – Case of COVID-19 at the Fairmont Hotel in Amman (August 23, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event: Case of COVID-19 at the Fairmont Hotel in Amman The U.S. Embassy is aware of an individual who was a guest at the Fairmont Hotel in Amman and who has been confirmed positive for COVID-19. The Government of Jordan is …

August 18, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Resumption of Regular Commercial International Flights Delayed Until August 31, 2020 On August 17, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that the resumption of regular commercial international flights has been delayed to at least August 31, 2020, including from a list of 20 “green countries” identified earlier. Special commercial …

Location: Jordan Event: Register, Vote, Send – Voting From Abroad All U.S. citizens living abroad are encouraged to exercise their right to vote.  The U.S. General Election will take place on November 3, 2020. Please follow three easy steps below to ensure your vote is counted in a timely fashion. Register and request an absentee ballot …

Health Alert – Jordan Health Advisory – Level 3 (August 9, 2020) Location:  Jordan Jordan Health Advisory- Level 3 (August 9, 2020) Event:  On August 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of State rescinded the Global Health Advisory – Level 4 and issued a country-specific Jordan Health Advisory – Level 3 advising U.S. citizens, including those who live abroad, to reconsider travel …

Health Alert – Update to Resumption of Regular Commercial International Flights from Certain Countries (August 6, 2020)   Location:  Jordan   Event:  Update to Resumption of Regular Commercial International Flights from Certain Countries On July 26, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that regular commercial international flights from certain “green” countries may resume as of August 5, …

Location: Jordan Event: Absentee Ballot for Upcoming U.S. Elections U.S. citizens living abroad are encouraged to exercise their right to vote.  To register to vote and request your ballot through the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) website, FVAP.gov , you should complete the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) using FVAP’s online assistant . You may also use the …

(July 29, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Resumption of Regular Commercial International Flights from Certain Countries  On July 26, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced that regular commercial international flights from certain “green” countries may resume as of August 5, 2020, provided passengers meet required conditions.  Flights from these countries, which are listed below, will be …

Health Alert – Suspension through August 4, 2020 of Regular Commercial International Flights (July 22, 2020)   Location:  Jordan   Event:  Suspension through August 4, 2020 of Regular Commercial International Flights On July 21, the Government of Jordan announced that regular commercial international flights will remain suspended at least through August 4, 2020.  The U.S. Embassy is …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Resumption of Limited Passport and Citizenship Services The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit at the U.S. Embassy in Amman plans to resume offering limited routine passport and citizenship  services  starting July 12.  To apply for a new passport or to renew a passport, please make an appointment online at:  https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/make_default.asp . To apply for a Consular …

Location:  Jordan Event:   Regular Commercial International Flights Suspended Through July 14, 2020   On June 30, the Government of Jordan announced regular commercial international flights will remain suspended at least through July 14.   The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines and Qatar Airways may be offering flights departing Jordan with connections to the United States before July 14.  Please contact the airlines directly …

Location:  Jordan Event: Updated Call Hours and Upcoming Departure Flights U.S. citizens with inquiries may call us at (+962-6) 590-6950 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.  Outside of these hours please send us an email at  amman-acs@state.gov . The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines may be offering departure flights from Queen Alia …

June 18, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Resumption of Domestic Flights and Suspension of Regular Commercial International Flights through July 4 On June 17 the Government of Jordan announced that regular commercial international flights will remain suspended at least through July 4. The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines and Qatar Airways may be offering …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Acceptance of Ballots for U.S. 2020 Elections All U.S. citizens can receive their blank ballots electronically.  Depending on the state in which you are eligible to vote, you may get your ballot by email, fax, or download from the internet. Some states allow you to return your completed ballot electronically and others do …

Health Alert – Upcoming Departure Flights and COVID-19 update for Jordan (June 7, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Upcoming Departure Flights and COVID-19 update for Jordan  The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines and Qatar Airways are offering departure flights from Queen Alia International Airport during the next 10 days.  For all information about these special commercial flights to the United States, …

Routine Message – Virtual Town Hall for U.S. Citizens June 15, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Virtual Town Hall for U.S. Citizens June 15, 2020 U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Karen Sasahara and Consul General Bob Jachim are pleased to host a virtual Town Hall for U.S. citizens in Jordan on June 15, 2020 from 4-5 p.m. as …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Closure through July 1, 2020 of Queen Alia International Airport in Amman On May 29, the Government of Jordan announced that Queen Alia International Airport in Amman will remain closed for routine passenger flights until at least July 1, 2020. For information about special commercial flights to the United States, please contact the …

Location: Jordan Event:  Special Commercial Royal Jordanian Flight to the United States and Suspension of Regular Commercial Flights On May 21, the Government of Jordan announced the continued suspension of regular commercial passenger flights to and from Queen Alia International Airport through June 4, 2020. The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines is offering …

Health Alert- Updated Eid Holiday Curfew and Movement Restrictions (May 20, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Updated Eid Holiday Curfew and Movement Restrictions On May 20, the Government of Jordan announced the following updated Eid holiday curfew and movement restrictions: Regular evening curfew hours will begin at 11:00 p.m. on May 20 and on May 21.  People may move on foot …

Health Alert- Friday Curfews, Eid Holiday Restrictions, and Transport to Airport (May 13, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Friday Curfews and Eid Holiday Restrictions and Transport to Airport (May 13, 2020) On May 11, the Government of Jordan announced a comprehensive curfew will be imposed in the Kingdom every Friday until further notice. All travelers from any governorate with purchased Royal Jordanian …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Flights to the United States (May 11, 2020) The U.S. Embassy is aware that Royal Jordanian Airlines is offering flights from Amman to Chicago tentatively scheduled for May 15 and May 16.  Travelers should purchase tickets directly through Royal Jordanian Airlines.  Passengers should also arrange their own transportation to Queen Alia International Airport, …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Updated Movement Restrictions and Safety Requirements (May 10, 2020) On May 7, the Government of Jordan announced the even-odd license plate policy for drivers in Amman, Zarqa, Balqa, and Salt will remain in effect.  Unless otherwise prohibited by the government, privately owned vehicles are allowed to move on alternating days between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm based on …

Health Alert – May 8 Comprehensive Curfew, Updated Guidance on Movement Restrictions and Commercial Flights (May 7, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  May 8 Comprehensive Curfew, Updated Guidance on Movement Restrictions and Commercial Flights (May 7, 2020) On May 6, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose another comprehensive curfew from Friday, May 8, at 12:01 am through Saturday, …

Location:  Jordan Event:  May 1 Comprehensive Curfew, Updated Government of Jordan Guidance on Movement Restrictions On April 28, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a comprehensive curfew from Friday, May 1 at 12:01 am through Saturday, May 2 at 12:00 am.   No one should move outside the home during this period.  Normal restrictions are …

 Health Alert- Interest for Flights to the United States (April 26, 2020) Location:  Jordan Event:  Potential Flights to the United States The U.S. Embassy is seeking interest from U.S. citizens who would like to depart Jordan on flights to the United States, potentially in the first two weeks of May.  There is no confirmed flight or specific destination …

April 23, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Comprehensive Curfew April 24, 2020 On April 21, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a 24-hour curfew from midnight April 24 (Friday 0:00) through midnight April 25 (ending Saturday at 0:00). No one should move outside the home during this period. For emergencies, call 911. Grocery …

Location:  Jordan Event:   As the Government of Jordan had previously suspended regular commercial flights through April 27, 2020, some airlines have been selling tickets for regular commercial flights to and from Amman starting April 28.  However, the Government of Jordan has now extended the suspension of regular commercial flights through May 11, so it is likely that all flights …

Location:  Jordan   Event:  Comprehensive Curfew April 16-18, 2020 On April 14, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a 48-hour curfew from midnight April 16 (Friday 0:00) through midnight April 18 (ending Sunday at 0:00).  No one should move outside the home during this period.   For emergencies, call 911.  Grocery stores and …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Extension of General Curfew to April 30 On April 12, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will extend the general curfew through Thursday evening, April 30, 2020.  Small grocery stores and pharmacies are expected to continue to operate within the hours of 10:00am-6:00pm daily unless otherwise announced, while some larger stores may open …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Comprehensive Curfew April 10-12 On April 8, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced it will impose a 48-hour curfew from midnight April 10 (Friday 0:00) through midnight April 12 (ending Sunday at 0:00).  No one should move outside the home during this period; for emergencies, call 911.  Small grocery stores and pharmacies are expected to …

April 7, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Qatar Airways flight April 9, 2020 We are currently booking passengers on a Qatar Airways flight to the U.S. via Doha on April 9 at 1:15 AM. The Embassy cannot guarantee that future flights will be available. The Department of State urges U.S. citizens who live in the United …

April 5, 2020 Location:  Jordan Event:  Qatar Airways flight April 9, 2020 Qatar Airways is working to provide a commercial flight to the U.S. via Doha on April 9 at 1:15 AM. On March 31, 2020, the Department of State issued a  Global Level 4 Health Alert  which stated, in part: “In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. …

Location:  Jordan Event:   Queen Alia International Airport in Amman is closed for commercial passenger flights until further notice.  However, Qatar Airways will offer a commercial passenger flight from Amman to Doha at 1:15 AM on April 2.  The flight will offer connections to New York, Chicago, Dulles, and Miami.  The U.S. Embassy is aware other embassies …

Location:  Jordan Event:  Effective March 16, at 11:59 pm, Queen Alia Airport in Amman closed for passenger flights until further notice.  However, the following airline is striving to provide a flight out of Jordan for U.S. citizens: Qatar Airways: Amman to Doha to U.S. on March 27 at 1:00 AM. Travelers must purchase tickets on this …

Location:  Jordan Event:  On March 19, 2020, the U.S. Department of State issued a Global Health Advisory – Level 4 advising U.S. citizens, including those who live abroad, to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.  The  Global Health Advisory  – Level 4 supersedes the independent Travel Advisories for specific countries around the world.  Other specific conditions …

Location:  Jordan Event:  The Jordanian Ministry of Health confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Jordan. On March 20, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced a  nationwide curfew  beginning Saturday, March 21 at 7:00 a.m. The curfew prohibits the movement of people and closes all shops.  On Tuesday morning, March 24, the Government of Jordan will announce times for citizens to shop …

Location:  Jordan Event:  On March 17, 2020 the Government of Jordan announced that as of 8:00am on March 18, they will implement country-wide restrictions of movement and closures of businesses and government offices to protect public health. Effective March 18, 2020, U.S. Embassy Amman has suspended routine consular services.  For emergency American Citizens Services, including emergency passports, …

Location:  Jordan Event:  On March 2, 2020 the Jordanian Ministry of Health announced one confirmed case of COVID-19 in Jordan. The government of Jordan has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.  Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. …

Location: Jordan Event: Precautionary Security Measures at U.S. Embassy Amman There have been confirmed missile attacks against U.S. military installations in Iraq, and regional tension remains high.  The U.S. Embassy has limitedsome U.S. government personnel travel to and around Jordan.  Out of an abundance of caution, the U.S. Embassy continues to encourage U.S. citizens to practice increased …

Security Alert- Worldwide Caution (May 14, 2019) The Department of State urges all U.S. citizens to review all relevant travel advisories and country information at  www.travel.state.gov  and enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) prior to any international travel. This is a routine reminder to U.S. citizens abroad to remain vigilant. This latest update to …

Location:  Ajloun Event:  Due to ongoing heavy police and protest activity in Ajloun, RSO/Embassy Amman strongly recommends that you avoid Ajloun province. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid Ajloun Province. Actions to Take: ·        Monitor local media for updates. ·        Avoid crowds. ·        Avoid demonstrations ·        Keep a low profile. ·        Notify friends and family of your safety. ·        Be aware …

Due to inclement weather and dangerous road conditions, the U.S. Embassy is closed today, January 17. (Note: We are also closed Sunday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.) For U.S. citizen emergencies, the emergency telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6500. For American Citizen Services (ACS) Appointments:  For passports and notarials, please make a …

Location: Fourth Circle in Amman Event: Fourth Circle has been closed due to an ongoing protest. Actions to Take: ·       Avoid the area of Fourth Circle. ·       Use caution and plan accordingly while traveling throughout the city. ·       Monitor local media for updates. ·       Avoid crowds and any demonstrations. ·       Notify friends and family of your safety. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Amman, Jordan …

Location: Petra, Madaba, and Maan, and Wadi Musa Event: Multiple areas throughout Jordan are experiencing severe weather conditions to include flooding. Plan for potentially severe flooding through tonight and tomorrow. Travel on major roadways may be impacted. Actions to Take: Seek higher ground and secure shelter. Notify friends and family of your safety. Monitor local …

Location: Jordan Event:  Nestle small size bottled water recalled due to Pseudomonas bacteria. Local media in Amman, Jordan has announced that certain lots of bottled water labeled “Nestle Small Size” tested to contain the bacteria species Pseudomonas.  U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid affected lots of bottled water (media reports that affected production lots …