Jordan: Authorities mandate 14-day quarantine period for arrivals from seven countries, including India and Pakistan, from Aug. 7 /update 73

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Authorities in Jordan have announced that they will subject travelers from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, and Bhutan to a 14-day mandatory quarantine period from Aug. 7. The measure, which will remain in place until further notice, is intended to combat the spread of COVID-19 and its variants. Authorities have also stated that Jordanians who are fully inoculated and travel abroad for less than 10 days do not need to present a negative PCR test result to authorities upon their return, except for those traveling to and returning from the abovementioned seven countries.

Travel Restrictions
All international travelers aged five years or older must present a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no more than 72 hours before their scheduled flight. Travelers are required to test again at their own expense upon arriving in Jordan; the fee for this second test must be paid online prior to arrival. Upon successful registration and payment, travelers will receive a QR code to present to authorities. All individuals entering Jordan must download the AMAN COVID-19 contact-tracing application and complete a health declaration form; they must also have valid health insurance for the duration of their visit.

Travelers from selected locations are exempt from taking a PCR test upon arrival if they are fully vaccinated. These locations include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, China, EU countries, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Morocco, New Zealand, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tunisia, Turkey, the UAE, the UK, and the US. The list of selected locations is likely to be amended regularly.

Authorities have reopened two land border crossings with Saudi Arabia and Syria to passenger travel. However, only a limited number of travelers per day are permitted to transit at each of the crossings. The Al-Omari border crossing with Saudi Arabia can receive 200 travelers per day and the Nasib-Jaber border crossing with Syria can receive 150 travelers per day. Travelers need a Travel Declaration Form that requires them to submit personal information and obtain a QR code, as well as a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken within five days prior to travel; a second COVID-19 test will be administered upon arrival in Jordan. Authorities had previously reopened the Al-Mudawara, King Hussein Bridge, and Sheikh Hussein Bridge land border crossings.

Foreigners traveling from India must spend 45 days outside India before they are allowed to enter Jordan. Travelers who have visited Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, or Bhutan in the past 14 days are not permitted entry into Jordan.

Domestic Measures
A series of restrictions remain in effect across Jordan as of Aug. 7. A 01:00-06:00 nightly curfew is in force nationwide until further notice. Individuals that have received a first vaccination dose at least 21 days prior are exempt from the nightly curfew. Areas in the Golden Triangle (i.e., Aqaba, Wadi Rum, Petra, and Disi camps) are also exempt from the curfew. Businesses are required to close by 23:59 nightly. Government institutions, industrial facilities, and tourist facilities, including hotels, are all fully operational nationwide. Wedding and party venues are permitted to operate at a limited capacity of 50 percent, provided that the total number of guests remains under 100. Venue staff and event attendees must be vaccinated with at least one dose administered at least 21 days prior. Travel between governorates is permitted. Across the country, residents must wear face coverings and gloves while in public places; violators may be subject to fines.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements, including required in-country quarantine requirements, before travel. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments. Plan for delays at available shopping centers.

Resources

Travel Declaration Form
Ministry of Health (Arabic)
Jordan COVID-19 Website
Jordan’s Ministry of Health "AMAN App" Mobile Application for Tracking COVID-19