Jordan: Authorities enforcing modified COVID-19-related international travel restrictions as of Feb. 11 /update 80

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Authorities in Jordan are enforcing modified COVID-19-related international travel restrictions, including revised quarantine rules and land border restrictions, as of Feb. 11.

Travelers to Jordan are now only required to undergo a quarantine period if testing positive for COVID-19 (e.g., during the required on-arrival test). Those who test positive for COVID-19 in Jordan but exhibit no symptoms are subject to a seven-day quarantine period at their accommodations and must take a day-seven PCR test. These individuals may exit quarantine immediately if the day-seven PCR test result is negative.

However, if the test result is positive, an extra three days are added to the quarantine period for a total of 10 days of isolation. Individuals who test positive and are symptomatic are subject to a 14-day quarantine period. Transiting travelers who test positive at the airport may be required to quarantine at the airport hotel at their own expense.

Jordan's land borders with Israel and the West Bank are now open to cross-border travel.

Additionally, public schools and universities may reopen for in-person classes Feb. 20.

Domestic Measures
The Jordanian government is not currently enforcing COVID-19-related curfew measures. Businesses in most sectors can generally operate at full capacity. However, restrictions are still in effect for wedding halls, theaters, exhibits, and festivals. Social distancing of 1.5 meters (5 feet) is required outside the home. Wearing a facemask is mandatory in indoor public spaces, including on public transport. Unvaccinated private-sector workers must submit a PCR test every Sunday and Thursday; businesses in violation of this regulation may be subject to closure.

International Travel Restrictions
Foreign nationals traveling from or who have been in Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, or Zimbabwe in the last 14 days are prohibited from entering or transiting Jordan.

All individuals traveling to Jordan via air or land and those transiting the country must have a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure for the country. Additionally, travelers to Jordan must complete a "Travel to Jordan Declaration Form" before travel and present the generated quick response (QR) code before boarding their flight and upon arrival; to access the form, click here.

All travelers to Jordan are subject to a PCR test upon arrival at their own expense. Children under the age of five are exempt from the testing requirements and from completing the Travel to Jordan Declaration Form.

Travelers to Jordan must also complete a passenger health declaration form before travel. To access the passenger health declaration form, click here.

Furthermore, foreign nationals must obtain health/travel insurance valid for the period of their stay in the country, and all arriving travelers must download the AMAN mobile application to their mobile device.

To enter Aqaba, individuals must have either received their first dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine more than 21 days before arrival or have a negative result from a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before arriving in the city.

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 before departing for Jordan. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.

Resources

Travel to Jordan Declaration Form
Jordanian Ministry of Health
Jordanian COVID-19 Website