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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Jordan.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in local currency
For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination
Local currency / ISO Code
Jordanian dinar JOD
Die gängigen Kreditkarten werden in begrenztem Umfang akzeptiert. Für detaillierte Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Aussteller der betreffenden Karte.
The Travel Mastercard card is accepted at major hotels and restaurant
Travelers are advised not to proceed beyond major cities without sufficient cash.
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
No Israeli shekel!
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 1h
Capital
Amman
National language
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
8.30 - 15.00 (Sun - Thu)
Stores
9.30 - 13.30 h and 15.30 - 18.00/20.00 h (Sat - Thu)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.
International driver's licence recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 22 (varies with rental company).
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Amman, 19 Ibrahim Ayoub Street, Jabal-Amman, 4th Circle near Salah Eldin Mosque
Tel. + 962 6 593 14 16 / + 962 6 593 04 17 / + 962 6 593 03 75
Other information
Security
Consult the media about the current situation before and during the journey and stay in contact with your tour operator.
Travel to borders areas with Iraq not advised. Travel to borders areas with Syrian not advised. Isolated mine fields are found in the Jordan valley (Balqa and Irbid provinces) as well as in the Syrian border area in Mafrak province.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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