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Jordan Visa for South Africa Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

South African citizens can get a visa on arrival at Jordanian airports and land borders - fee JOD 40 for a single-entry visa, processing on the spot, allowing a 30-day stay extendable once inside the country.

Guide last updated October 22, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
  • Cash in Jordanian Dinars (JOD) or major foreign currency to pay the visa-on-arrival fee (credit cards not always accepted at the border)
  • Completed arrival/landing card (provided on the flight or at the border post)
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation for the length of stay
  • Travel insurance is recommended though not strictly checked at entry
  • No biometrics required beyond the standard photograph and fingerprint scan taken by immigration officers on arrival

Visa types

  • Single-entry visa on arrival: fee JOD 40, allows a stay of up to 30 days, extendable for another 30 days inside Jordan
  • Double-entry visa on arrival: fee JOD 60, useful for side trips to Israel/Palestine via the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge and back
  • Multiple-entry visa on arrival: fee JOD 120, valid for repeated entries within a set period, typically used by business travelers
  • Jordan Pass (online, pre-arranged): bundles visa fee waiver with Petra and other site entries for travelers staying at least 3 nights in Jordan and using a licensed guide for Petra - this is the most cost-effective option for most tourists

Visa on arrival

  • Visa on arrival is available at Queen Alia International Airport (Amman), Aqaba, and most official land border crossings
  • On arrival, proceed to the visa counter before passport control, complete the arrival card, and pay the fee in cash (JOD preferred)
  • Processing is immediate - typically a 10-20 minute wait depending on flight arrival volume
  • Consider pre-purchasing a Jordan Pass online before travel, which waives the standard visa fee entirely if you stay 3+ nights and visit Petra with a licensed guide
  • Keep your stamped passport page safe, as it is checked again on departure

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry visa on arrival fee: JOD 40 (approximately USD 56)
  • Double-entry fee: JOD 60; multiple-entry fee: JOD 120
  • Jordan Pass: free visa inclusion when booked online in advance and conditions are met (3+ nights stay, licensed Petra guide)
  • Total cost estimate without Jordan Pass: JOD 40 plus incidental airport costs
  • Processing time: immediate, on the spot at the port of entry (no advance processing needed)

Tips for South Africa travelers

  • Carry sufficient Jordanian Dinars or USD cash, as card payment facilities at border visa counters can be unreliable
  • If your itinerary includes Petra and a stay of 3 nights or more, buy the Jordan Pass online before departure to avoid the visa fee entirely
  • Common issues for travelers arriving without prior planning: long queues at peak arrival times and running out of cash for the fee - arrive with extra buffer time
  • VFS/BLS are not involved for Jordan's visa on arrival - do not pay any third party in South Africa claiming to pre-issue this visa
  • Extensions beyond the initial 30 days are handled at any police station or the Ministry of Interior office inside Jordan, and should be done before the stamped period expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.