Jordan Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Jordan
911
General Emergency
911
Police
911
Ambulance / Medical
911
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Amman
Currency
Jordanischer Dinar (JOD)
Official Language
Arabic
Country Code
+962
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Jordan
Urban / City
60 km/h
Rural
90 km/h
Highway
120 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: The Jordan Pass covers visa and entry permits for Petra and Wadi Rum.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: Tipping (baksheesh) is standard: 10% in restaurants, tips for desert guides. 10% tip in dining. Bellhops receive 1-2 JOD; desert guides in Petra and Wadi Rum expect gratuities.
- DO Accept Arabic cardamom coffee (gently shake cup side-to-side when done).
- DO Dress modestly covering shoulders and knees.
- DO Ask permission before photographing local residents.
- DON'T Do not eat, drink, or smoke publicly during daytime in Ramadan.
- DON'T Avoid disrespectful remarks about religion or the Royal Family.
- DON'T Never use the left hand for eating or handing items.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type C, D, F, G, J (230V, 50Hz, Type G UK and C Euro most common).
Tap Water: Not drinkable. Always drink bottled purified water.
Insider Tip: Never dive into the Dead Sea or let salty water splash into eyes. Rinse off thoroughly after floating.
