This guide covers UK visa requirements for Jordanian citizens in 2026, with all fees in US Dollars and Jordanian Dinars. Jordanian nationals need a visa for every UK trip — there is no ETA option, as Jordan was removed from the scheme in September 2024. The 6-month visitor visa costs $191 (about JOD 135), the visitor route succeeds 81% of the time, and biometrics are given at VFS Global in Amman.
UK Visas from Jordan
UK Visa Requirements for Jordanian Citizens 2026: Fees & ETA Rules
UK Visa Statistics & Grant Rates from Jordan 2026
A 6-month UK visitor visa from Jordan costs $191 (JOD 135), the Student visa $791 (JOD 561), the Skilled Worker visa $1,162 (JOD 824), and the Spouse visa $2,927 (JOD 2,075). Fees are paid in US Dollars at VFS Global Amman. Jordanians cannot use a UK ETA and need a visa for every trip, including transit. The visitor grant rate is 81%.
Jordanian nationals submitted 18,628 UK visa applications in the year ending June 2026, the overwhelming majority for visits. Despite the enhanced scrutiny that followed the 2024 ETA removal, grant rates are strong across the board: the visitor route succeeds 81% of the time, study 96%, work 98%, and family 95%. The numbers show a route that has stabilised since the rule change.
UK visa grant rates for Jordan (year ending June 2026)
| Visa Category | Applications | Grant Rate | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor | 16,934 | 81% | 3,219 |
| Study | 1,024 | 96% | 40 |
| Work | 361 | 98% | 9 |
| Family | 121 | 95% | 6 |
Source: Home Office Immigration System Statistics, year ending June 2026.
Can Jordanians Use a UK ETA in 2026?
No. Jordanian nationals cannot use the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation and must hold a visa for any UK trip. Jordan briefly had ETA access from February 2024 but was removed on 10 September 2024 — the only country ever taken off the scheme — and all ETAs issued to Jordanians were cancelled by October 2024. It is the single most common point of confusion for Jordanian travellers, so it is worth stating plainly before you apply.
The UK withdrew Jordan's ETA eligibility citing misuse of the scheme, including a sharp rise in asylum claims and use of UK transit to reach Ireland. The practical effect for 2026 is straightforward: every Jordanian visitor needs a full visa, and even airport transit requires a Direct Airside Transit Visa. The wider ETA scheme, which still covers Gulf neighbours such as the UAE, is explained in our UK ETA guide.
Complete UK Visa Fee Table from Jordan in Dinars 2026
UK visa fees from Jordan are charged in US Dollars under the 8 April 2026 schedule, then converted to Jordanian Dinars at the fixed peg of roughly JOD 0.709 per USD. The Immigration Health Surcharge applies separately to work, study, and family visas at £1,035 per year — £776 for students — always in pounds sterling.
UK visa fees from Jordan in US Dollars and Dinars (2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (USD) | Fee (JOD) |
|---|---|---|
| 6-month Visitor | $191 | JOD 135 |
| 2-year Visitor | $718 | JOD 509 |
| 5-year Visitor | $1,281 | JOD 908 |
| 10-year Visitor | $1,600 | JOD 1,134 |
| Student | $791 | JOD 561 |
| Skilled Worker (≤3 years) | $1,162 | JOD 824 |
| Health and Care Worker | $459 | JOD 325 |
| Spouse / Partner | $2,927 | JOD 2,075 |
| Direct Airside Transit | $59 | JOD 42 |
| Priority service | $709 | JOD 503 |
Source: Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026 schedule; JOD at the fixed 0.709 peg.
UK Visitor Visa from Jordan 2026
The Standard Visitor visa covers tourism, family visits, business meetings, and short courses, with each visit capped at 180 days. With Jordan now outside the ETA scheme, every visitor needs this visa, but the 81% grant rate shows most well-prepared applications succeed. Those visiting relatives should review the documents a UK sponsor provides, and anyone refused can consult our guide to common refusal reasons.
UK visitor visa options from Jordan (2026)
| Visitor Visa Type | Fee (USD) | Fee (JOD) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 months (single/multiple) | $191 | JOD 135 |
| 2 years | $718 | JOD 509 |
| 5 years | $1,281 | JOD 908 |
| 10 years | $1,600 | JOD 1,134 |
| Marriage Visitor | $191 | JOD 135 |
| Visiting Academic (6-12 months) | $332 | JOD 235 |
Source: Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026 schedule, as charged in US Dollars.
Which Long-Term Visitor Visa Makes Sense?
Frequent travellers may prefer a long-term visit visa valid for up to 10 years. Against the $191 single fee, the 2-year visa at $718 breaks even at around four trips — and with post-2024 scrutiny, one successful, well-documented application covering years of visits has an obvious appeal over reapplying each time.
UK Transit Visa for Jordanians 2026
Transit is the most-overlooked requirement for Jordanians. Because Jordan lost ETA access, a Direct Airside Transit Visa costing $59 (JOD 42) is needed even to connect between two international flights at a UK airport without passing through border control. If the connection requires passing through the border, the Visitor in Transit visa costs $106 (JOD 75). Travellers routing through London to onward destinations must factor this in — our guide to supporting documents covers what the transit application needs.
UK Student Visa from Jordan 2026
The UK Student visa is a reliable route, with a 96% grant rate for Jordanian applicants. The UK Student visa costs $791 (JOD 561) plus the health surcharge at £776 per year, and needs a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), the English language requirement, and maintenance funds of £1,529 per month for London or £1,171 elsewhere. Graduates can then move onto the Graduate Route for two years of post-study work.
UK Work Visa from Jordan 2026
Work volumes are modest but succeed almost universally at 98%. The Skilled Worker visa costs $1,162 (JOD 824) for up to 3 years, or $2,295 for longer, and needs a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed employer, a graduate-level job, and a salary of at least £41,700 or the going rate in the Home Office eligible occupations list. Healthcare roles use the lower-fee Health and Care Worker route.
UK work visa fees from Jordan (2026)
| Work Visa Type | Fee (USD) | Fee (JOD) |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Worker (≤3 years) | $1,162 | JOD 824 |
| Skilled Worker (over 3 years) | $2,295 | JOD 1,627 |
| Health and Care Worker | $459 | JOD 325 |
| Global Talent (with approval) | $291 | JOD 206 |
Source: Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026 schedule; JOD at the fixed 0.709 peg.
UK Spouse & Family Visa from Jordan 2026
The UK Spouse visa costs $2,927 (JOD 2,075) and lets Jordanian nationals join a British or settled partner under Appendix FM. The UK sponsor must earn at least £29,000 a year, the first visa lasts 33 months, and after two grants totalling five years applicants can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain. Family numbers are small but succeed 95% of the time, with settlement decisions taking up to 12 weeks.
UK family visa fees from Jordan (2026)
| Family Visa Type | Fee (USD) | Fee (JOD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spouse / Partner / Child | $2,927 | JOD 2,075 |
| Fiancé(e) visa | $2,927 | JOD 2,075 |
| Adult Dependent Relative | $5,155 | JOD 3,655 |
| Parent of a Student child | $1,030 | JOD 730 |
Source: Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026 schedule; JOD at the fixed 0.709 peg.
How to Apply for a UK Visa from Jordan
Applications are made online at gov.uk, paid in US Dollars, with biometrics given at VFS Global in Amman. Jordan's process mirrors that of its neighbours — Iraq, Iran, Lebanon, and Egypt all use the same online system.
- Complete the online application on gov.uk and select Jordan.
- Pay the visa fee in US Dollars during the application.
- Book your biometrics appointment through the VFS Global Jordan portal.
- Attend VFS Global Amman — Husseini Building, Zahran Street, 8th Circle — with your passport and evidence.
- Wait for a decision — around 3 weeks for visitor visas.
- Access your eVisa via your UKVI account once approved.
UK Visa Processing Time from Jordan
Standard decisions take around 3 weeks from biometrics, with settlement cases up to 12 weeks. For urgent cases, the priority visa service can cut waiting times, and our guide to processing times after biometrics explains how long each route takes once you have attended. Applicants comparing the region may also find the Saudi Arabia guide useful, as Saudi nationals remain ETA-eligible while Jordanians do not.
Sources: fees from the Home Office immigration and nationality fees, 8 April 2026 schedule, as charged in US Dollars at visa-fees.homeoffice.gov.uk; grant rates and application volumes from the Home Office Immigration System Statistics, year ending June 2026. Figures verified 29 August 2026 against the 8 April 2026 fee schedule.
Frequently Asked
Questions about UK Visas for Jordanian Citizens
Yes. Jordanian nationals must apply for a UK visa for any trip, including tourism, business, study, work, and even airport transit. Jordan had brief ETA access from February to September 2024 but was removed from the scheme — the only nationality ever taken off it — and all Jordanian ETAs were cancelled by October 2024. There are no exceptions, so every Jordanian traveller needs the correct visa before departure.
No. Despite many online searches suggesting otherwise, the UK ETA is not available to Jordanian nationals. Jordan was removed from the Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme on 10 September 2024. While Jordan's Gulf neighbours such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE remain ETA-eligible, Jordanians must apply for a Standard Visitor visa instead, which costs $191 for six months compared with the £20 ETA.
UK visa fees from Jordan in 2026 are: 6-month Visitor $191 (JOD 135), 2-year Visitor $718, Student $791 (JOD 561), Skilled Worker $1,162 (JOD 824) for up to 3 years, and Spouse $2,927 (JOD 2,075). Fees are paid in US Dollars at VFS Global Amman, with the Dinar pegged at about 0.709 per Dollar. Work, study, and family visas also require the Immigration Health Surcharge, paid in pounds.
Yes. Since the ETA removal, Jordanian nationals need a Direct Airside Transit Visa costing $59 (JOD 42) to change flights at a UK airport, even without passing through border control. If the connection requires passing through the border, the Visitor in Transit visa costs $106 (JOD 75). This was introduced specifically to address the transit issues that contributed to Jordan losing ETA access in 2024.
In the year ending June 2026, the Jordanian visitor visa grant rate was 81%, with study at 96%, work at 98%, and family at 95%. While the visitor route saw enhanced scrutiny after the 2024 ETA removal, the figures show most well-prepared applications still succeed. Clear ties to Jordan, evidence of funds, and a documented purpose of visit all strengthen an application.
Applications are submitted online at gov.uk, with biometrics given at VFS Global in Amman, located on Zahran Street near the 8th Circle. Book the biometrics appointment through the VFS Global Jordan portal after completing and paying for the online application. The centre handles biometric enrolment, document submission, and passport courier return, with optional premium services available.
Standard processing from Jordan is around 3 weeks from the biometrics appointment for visitor, student, and work visas, and up to 12 weeks for settlement and family cases. The priority service, at $709 (JOD 503) where offered, shortens non-settlement decisions to about 5 working days. The timeline runs from the Amman appointment, not from the online submission, so book biometrics promptly.
For regular travellers, usually yes. Against the $191 single fee, the 2-year visa at $718 breaks even at around four trips, with 5-year ($1,281) and 10-year ($1,600) options beyond that. Each stay remains capped at 180 days. One successful, well-documented application then covers years of travel — a real advantage under the closer scrutiny that followed the ETA removal.
تأشيرة الزيارة لستة أشهر تكلف 191 دولاراً أمريكياً (نحو 135 ديناراً)، وتأشيرة الطالب 791 دولاراً (561 ديناراً)، وتأشيرة العمل الماهر 1,162 دولاراً (824 ديناراً)، وتأشيرة الزوج 2,927 دولاراً (2,075 ديناراً). تُدفع الرسوم بالدولار الأمريكي، وتُعطى البصمات في مركز VFS Global في عمّان بشارع زهران قرب الدوار الثامن.
لا. أُزيل الأردن من نظام تصريح السفر الإلكتروني البريطاني في 10 سبتمبر 2024، وأُلغيت جميع التصاريح الصادرة للأردنيين. لذلك يحتاج كل مسافر أردني إلى تأشيرة كاملة لأي رحلة إلى بريطانيا، بما في ذلك الترانزيت في المطار الذي يتطلب تأشيرة عبور بقيمة 57 دولاراً. نسبة قبول تأشيرة الزيارة للأردنيين 81%.