Americans can now stay in this beautiful old country for three months

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It looks like it’s not all doom and gloom for US passport holders heading abroad in 2026, after all.

We understand why you might be feeling a little down about carrying your navy blue booklet in a world that is increasingly hostile to it, from the introduction of mandatory travel permits to the outright travel ban on US citizens, but there is a silver lining.

One of the oldest countries in the world, that has historically set extremely strict admission requirements, this is in fact the case swinging the door open to the Americans and increasing the permitted length of stay from 30 to 90 days.

That’s three whole months in the country, and you probably wouldn’t believe you if we told you that the destination in question is in, ahem, the Middle East.

But don’t worry before you fade away! It is completely safe to visit:

Jordan back on the traveler’s map

Jordan is currently one of the most sought-after destinations in the world, and for good reason:

With ceasefires signed between warring regional parties and the lifting of travel restrictions, the country had to return to the top of travellers’ bucket lists.

As reported by a Gulf-based publication AGBI, the country has officially recovered from the 2024 crisisand it is poised to break tourism records again in 2026.

Although never directly affected by the nearby Israeli-Palestinian issue, Jordan, thanks to sharing a border with the Palestinian territories, saw international travel demand plummet to a dramatic low.

Despite the unprecedented level of security, tourists are often overly cautious when neighboring countries are at war, and we can’t blame them. However, by 2025, numbers increased by 15 percent year-on-year.

Westerners in particular are leading the recovery of tourism in Jordan, while Europeans are leading the way with a 40% increase. They are followed by Asians (33%), American citizens (19%) and compatriots (4%).

But you know how the old saying goes: don’t count your chickens before they hatch, and Jordan definitely knows what’s at stake here.

With normalization back in sight for the region, they are keen to make themselves more attractive to visitors, and it’s no surprise that this means extending the permitted length of stay from just one month to three months:

Americans now get three months instead of just one

As confirmed by the Jordanian Ministry of Interior, foreign visitors who do not enter the Kingdom on a work visa will now be automatically issued a visa 3 months leave to enterwhether they choose an e-Visa or a VoA (Visa on Arrival).

Both options are available to tourists traveling with a US passport.

Getting prior approval to travel is by far the most convenient option helps avoid long queues upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), serving the national capital Amman.

Something most Americans do not know that instead of applying for the regular Jordanian e-Visa, they can instead opt for the Jordan Passa digital bundle with:

• The visa costs (if you stay longer than 3 nights)
• Access to over 40 major attractions including Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash and more

The process is similar to that of obtaining the regular e-Visa, although the list of benefits is much more impressive.

How to Get a Jordan Pass to Wave Visa Fees

All you have to do is go to the official Jordan Pass website, provide your passport and travel details, select the number of days you need it (remember: the e-Visa requirement is only lifted if the stay is longer than 3 nights) and pay for the pass with your credit or debit card.

The pass price is 70 JODor around $99, while the regular e-Visa costs cheaper, starting from 40 JOD for a single entry ($55), without all the extra benefits of the pass. The Visa on Arrival costs about the same ($55-$60), while double entry visas cost 60 JOD ($80-$85).

If you purchase a Jordan Pass, you will receive a QR code within a day or less to the same email address you used to register.

Once you arrive in Jordan, go straight to an immigration booth and show the QR code to the border agent. They will issue you a visa for free as the minimum residence requirement has been met. They can verify this by checking the duration of your Jordan Pass.

Previously, Jordan Pass holders, e-Visa holders and VoA applicants were only granted a 30-day stay. Now all visitors automatically receive a 90-day stay.

Less bureaucracy, more tourists

In the words of Jordanian Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya, extending the authorized stay is more than just an administrative update, it is an ‘tool for economic recovery’.

By allowing visitors, especially Americans, to stay in the country longer without additional paperwork, they hope it will significantly boost tourism, which remains a “key driver” of Jordan’s economy.

90 days is the global standard for issuing entry visas to tourists. In Europe’s Schengen Area, Americans get a 90-day stay out of a 180-day period. The three-month limit is also enforced in most Latin American countries.

An increasing number of Asian states are now also changing their entry rules from 1-month stays to 2 or 3-month stays.

How safe is Jordan in 2026?

Now let’s address the elephant in the room: safety.

Yes, Jordan borders the Israeli occupied territories, and yes, it’s not that far from Gaza, but have you looked at Europe lately? Some of the countries bordering Ukraine, a country at war, are completely safe to visit much safer even than Western European states that are far away from the front.

Being a neighbor does not always mean that you have to get involved in conflicts.

Jordan’s tourist areas such as Petra and Amman remain safe, with dedicated tourist police in-loc, low crime levels due to strict law enforcement and stability largely focused on welcoming more visitors.

​The US Department of State Jordan himself classifies as one Level 2 landmeaning Americans are not discouraged from going. They recognize that there are terrorism risks, but on the other hand the same applies to countries such as France, Spain, Italy and the United Kingdom.

Areas such as Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum (if explored with a guide or authorized tour operator) and the Dead Sea Resorts are safe for tourists, but if you are extra careful, avoid traveling to the following parts of Jordan:

• Mansheyat al-Ghayyath
• Ruwayshid
• The border with Syria and Iraq
• Designated Syrian refugee camps in Jordan due to Jordan’s own restrictions on access to these locations
• Rusayfah
• The Baqa’a neighborhood of Ayn Basha

Moreover, the American authorities advise the Americans to do the same ‘reconsider’ trips to Ma’an and Zarqa Citydue to an increased risk of terrorism and crime.

Vinicius Costa

Vini, our senior head writer at Travel Off Path, has over 60 countries to his name (and is currently weaving stories from Paris!), and a knack for turning off-the-beaten-path experiences into informative stories that will have you packing your bags.