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As of August 2026, Jordan scores 44/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index — verdict: caution advised. The U.S. State Department rates Jordan Level 3: Reconsider Travel. Of the 5 Jordan destinations assessed, Aqaba scores highest (44/100), while Petra scores lowest (44/100).
Safety Report
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Jordan · Assessed 23 August 2026
44
/ 100
Safer than ~32% of countries
Score capped at 44 — Level 3 advisory — reconsider travel. No other indicator can raise the score above this.
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
Reconsider Travel
“Updated to reflect the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of government personnel on March 2 and the change to Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to safety risks, and to add the “other” risk indicator.”
Updated Mon, 04 May 2026
Full advisory →Advises against all travel to parts of the country
“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel Jordan-Syria border FCDO advises against all travel to within 3km of the border with Syria.”
Updated 2026-07-22T12:47:55Z
Full advisory →Avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Jordan: avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-08-10T17:18:15.044766-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowRobbery risk to visitors is low and typically limited to isolated incidents in peripheral areas; most reported cases involve petty theft rather than armed robbery
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag‑snatching are moderate risks in crowded tourist sites such as Petra, the Amman souk, and public transport hubs
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
79/100
Recent traveler reports indicate visitors generally feel safe within tourist zones but express concern over sudden security alerts and occasional scams
Reconsider travel — Jordan is generally safe in tourist zones but the Level 3 advisory and regional tensions pose real risks.
The multi‑database profile shows Jordan scores 44/100 (capped by a Level 3 advisory) due to geopolitical risk, not high violent crime. Homicide is low (1/100k) and terrorism deaths are zero, yet the advisory warns of terrorism and armed conflict, especially near borders. Pickpocketing risk is moderate in crowded sites, while robbery is low but can occur in isolated areas. Visitor sentiment is mixed but overall perception of safety is moderate.
Recent developments
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Full briefing
Jordan’s safety picture for a traveler is nuanced. The country’s composite safety index of 44/100 reflects a Level 3 “Reconsider travel” advisory driven primarily by geopolitical tension and the potential for sudden security incidents, not by high rates of violent crime against visitors. Homicide is extremely low (1 per 100 k) and there have been no recorded terrorism‑related deaths in recent years, but the advisory explicitly cites terrorism and armed conflict as reasons to exercise increased caution, especially near the Syrian and Iraqi borders.
Recent news from July 2026 shows a U.S. Embassy shelter‑in‑place alert after missile activity was intercepted over Jordanian airspace, and the UK Foreign Office expanded its no‑travel zone to within 3 km of the Syrian border. A May 2026 traveler forum documented a pickpocketing incident at Amman’s Central Market, underscoring that petty theft can occur in crowded tourist areas. These events illustrate that while everyday life in Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea remains largely peaceful, the security environment can shift rapidly and affect even well‑touristed locations.
Scams targeting visitors are concentrated in Amman’s downtown souks, bars, and taxi services. The most frequently reported scams include inflated bar drink prices, overcharging for guided tours, and taxi fare inflation. Pickpocketing is moderate in busy markets and at major attractions such as Petra, where thieves may target backpacks or unsecured bags. Robbery remains low but can happen in isolated peripheral neighborhoods, so it is advisable to stay in well‑lit, central districts like Jabal Amman or Abdoun and avoid the border zones.
Practical safety tips: use registered taxis or reputable rideshare apps and confirm fares beforehand; keep passports, cash and cards in a hotel safe and carry only what you need; be wary of unsolicited offers of help or drinks, especially in bars; and monitor official travel alerts daily — have an emergency evacuation plan and know the location of the nearest hospital (the closest is about 13 km away). By staying within the established tourist corridors, avoiding border areas, and remaining vigilant to sudden security notifications, you can minimize risk while enjoying Jordan’s many cultural and natural highlights.
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07 · Questions
The U.S. State Department currently rates Jordan Level 3 of 4 — Reconsider Travel. On our composite index Jordan scores 44/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 31 August 2026.)
Of the destinations we've assessed, Aqaba currently scores highest at 44/100 (Use Caution). Petra scores lowest at 44/100.
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.
