Jordan visa requirements for Kenyans
Travel and visa requirements
Jordanian Visa is not required for Kenyans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- Kenyans can visit Jordan without a visa for a duration of 30 days.
- Intending visitors can get a visa upon their arrival at any International airport in Jordan.
- Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into Jordan. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- Visitors below 18 years hoping to travel to Jordan must possess travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- In Jordan, import of local currency above JOD 15,000 will not be allowed.
- Foreign currencies can be exported by Kenyans up to the amount declared on arrival.
- Kenyans nationals are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Jordan.
- Intending visitors can travel to Jordan from international airports in Kenya. There is an international airport in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
- Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Ethiopia Airways and Turkish Airlines are some of the carriers that fly from Kenya to Jordan.
- The estimated flight time from Nairobi to Amman, Jordan is 8 hours, 40 minutes, 11 hours, 15 minutes from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 11 hour, 5 minutes.
- The Jordanian Dinar is the currency used in Jordan. Tourists can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
- The official language of Jordan is Modern Standard Arabic. However, English, French, German, Italian and Spanish are also spoken.
- Jordan has a hot, dry climate which is characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. Jordan’s climate is influenced by its location which is between the subtropical aridity of the Arabian desert areas and the subtropical humidity of the eastern Mediterranean area.
- Transportation in Jordan can be facilitated by taxis, buses, car rentals and planes.
- Jordan makes use of Eastern European Summer Time (GMT+3). Both Kenya and Jordan use the same time.
- Islam is the dominating religion in Jordan with about 92% of the entire population. Christianity makes about 6%, while other indigenous religions make up the rest.
- Type C, D, F, G and J are the power and socket plug types used in Jordan. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists visiting Jordan are advised to budget about $80 for daily expenses.
- Visitors are to avoid demonstrations, large gatherings and any political rallies while in the country. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence.
- Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a visa on arrival at Jordan?
Yes. Kenyans can get a visa on arrival at any international airport in Jordan.
Is Jordan safe for tourist travel?
Jordan is a safe country to visit. However, tourists are advised to be cautious and sensitive to their environment while moving around the country.
Can I extend my stay in Jordan?
Yes. Kenyans can extend their time in Jordan for a maximum of 60 days after their arrival by applying for a visa extension at the immigration department.
Can you use US dollars in Jordan?
Although US dollars are widely accepted in Jordan, it's prudent to carry the Jordanian Dinars around.
How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Jordan?
Visitors are required to have a passport valid for at least six months after their arrival in Jordan. Such passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamping.