The Jordan Pass and Jordan Entry for Egypt Combination Trips

Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel. You can buy the Jordan Pass online before you go. The Jordan Pass bundles entry to Petra and dozens of other sites and waives the standard tourist visa fee for travelers who meet its minimum-stay rule, so for many Egypt and Jordan combination trips it is the place to start.

Adding Jordan to an Egypt trip means dealing with two separate entry systems. Egypt has its own visa rules, Jordan has its own, and the way you travel between them affects what you need. The good news is that Jordan's system is straightforward for many travelers, and the Jordan Pass removes much of the paperwork.

This guide explains how Jordan entry usually works, what the Jordan Pass is and who benefits from it, how arrival points differ, what to think about when you return to Egypt, and where to check current official rules. Fees, eligibility, and conditions change, so treat this as an explanation of the system and confirm the details before you book.

How Jordan entry works for most visitors

Jordan offers several ways in for tourists:

• Visa on arrival. Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel.
• The Jordan Pass. Bought online before arrival, it can stand in for the visa fee if you meet its conditions, and it includes entry to major sites.
• Advance visa. Some travelers apply for a visa in advance through an embassy or the official online channels, depending on nationality.

Whatever route you use, the Jordan visa is entirely separate from your Egypt visa. Holding one does nothing for the other.

Passport validity

Your passport should be valid well beyond your travel dates. Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel.

What the Jordan Pass is

The Jordan Pass is an official tourism product sold through the Jordan Pass website. It combines two things in one purchase:

1. A waiver of the tourist visa fee for eligible travelers who stay in Jordan for at least the minimum number of nights set by the pass rules. This has traditionally been three consecutive nights.
2. Entry to Petra and a long list of other sites, including Jerash, Wadi Rum, the Amman Citadel, Ajloun Castle, Karak Castle, and many museums.

The three versions

The pass comes in three versions that differ by the number of days of access they give to Petra:

Everything else on the pass is the same. Petra by Night, the evening candlelit event, has a separate ticket and is not part of the standard pass.

How to use it

Buy the pass online before you arrive. You receive a confirmation with a QR code. Save it on your phone and print a copy as a backup. Show it at immigration when you arrive and again at the ticket office of each site. The pass is linked to your passport details, so make sure the name and number match exactly.

When the Jordan Pass is worth it

For most combination trips it is worth buying, because the visa fee waiver and the Petra entry alone usually cost more when bought separately. It makes the most sense if:

• You will stay in Jordan for at least the minimum number of nights the pass requires.
• You plan to visit Petra.
• You want to visit other sites such as Jerash or Wadi Rum.

It may not be the right choice if:

• You are on a short visit that does not meet the minimum stay, such as a same-day excursion to Petra from Egypt's Sinai coast. If you leave before meeting the stay requirement, the visa fee may become payable when you depart.
• Your nationality is not eligible for the visa waiver.
• You do not plan to visit Petra at all.

Compare the current price of the pass with the visa fee and the separate Petra ticket for your dates on the official websites before deciding.

Arrival points and how they differ

How you travel from Egypt to Jordan affects the entry process.

Flying into Amman

The most common route for combination trips is a flight from Cairo to Queen Alia International Airport. You either present your Jordan Pass at immigration or obtain a visa on arrival. Currency exchange counters and ATMs are available at the airport.

Arriving in Aqaba

Aqaba, on the Red Sea, sits inside the Aqaba Special Economic Zone. Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel. Some routings fly into Aqaba, and there is a ferry service across the Gulf of Aqaba from Nuweiba in Sinai. Ferry schedules can be irregular, so build in flexibility. If you arrive through Aqaba, check the current visa rules for that zone and how they interact with the Jordan Pass.

Land borders

Jordan has land crossings with its other neighbors. Each has its own procedures and opening hours. Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel. Check current conditions and official travel advice from your own government before planning an overland route.

Returning to Egypt after Jordan

Many itineraries go Egypt, then Jordan, then back to Egypt for a flight home or more sightseeing. This is where travelers most often get caught out.

Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel. Decide this when you plan the route, not at the airport.

If you are booking a combination trip, ask your operator which Egyptian visa type suits your route, and check the official e-visa portal for current options and conditions.

Money and practical arrival details

Even with a Jordan Pass, it helps to arrive with a little local currency. Jordan uses the Jordanian dinar, and you will want some for taxis, tips, water and small purchases in the first hours. Exchange counters and ATMs are available at Amman airport, and cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger restaurants. Check the current exchange rate with your bank or a reliable source rather than relying on a figure from an old guidebook.

If you are traveling on an organized tour, your operator will usually meet you after immigration. Keep your pass confirmation, hotel address and the operator's contact details easy to reach on your phone and on paper, in case an officer asks where you are staying.

What to check before you travel

Rules change, so check these points close to departure:

• Visa eligibility for your nationality on Jordan's official government channels.
• The current Jordan Pass terms, including the minimum stay rule, prices and included sites, on the official Jordan Pass website.
• Egypt visa options for your route, through Egypt's official e-visa portal or embassy.
• Official travel advice from your own government for both countries.
• Passport validity and blank pages.
• Your confirmed itinerary, so your entry and exit dates match the visa and pass you choose.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Jordan Pass include the visa?

The Jordan Pass waives the tourist visa fee for eligible travelers who stay in Jordan for at least the minimum number of nights set by the pass rules. You still pass through immigration, where you present the pass. Check the current conditions on the official website before you buy.

Which version of the Jordan Pass should I buy?

The three versions differ only in the number of days at Petra. Many first-time visitors choose two days, while hikers and slow travelers may want three, and a short stay may need only one.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Jordan?

Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel.

Do I need a new Egypt visa to return from Jordan?

Entry rules depend on your passport and can change, so please check the official source before you travel. Check Egypt's official e-visa portal for current options that fit your route.

Is Petra by Night included in the Jordan Pass?

No. Petra by Night is a separate evening event with its own ticket and runs only on certain nights. Check the current schedule when planning your Petra days.

Plan it with Nourbelle

If you are combining Egypt and Jordan, tell us your route through plan your trip, and we will help you work out which documents to check for your dates.