Jordan's official attractions-and-visa-waiver package is restricted to non-Arab nationality holders, with no carved-out exception for Saudi passport holders — the exclusion is stated outright on the official Jordan Pass FAQ, not a quirk of the checkout process. That's less of a loss than it sounds: the Jordan Pass's headline benefit — waiving Jordan's 40 JOD visa fee — isn't worth anything to a traveler who was never going to pay that fee in the first place. Here's exactly why the exclusion applies, what your actual visa situation looks like as a Saudi citizen, and what visiting Petra and Jordan's other major sites costs without the pass.
Did you know? Saudi citizens don't just get turned down for the Jordan Pass — they don't need a Jordan visa at all. Saudi Arabia is one of the Arab League nationalities granted visa-free entry to Jordan for up to 3 months within any 6-month period, which is exactly the fee the Jordan Pass would otherwise be waiving. — Visa policy of Jordan — Wikipedia
| Quick facts for Saudi travelers | |
|---|---|
| Jordan Pass | Not available — Arab nationality holders are excluded from purchase |
| Visa to enter Jordan | Visa-free for up to 3 months within any 6-month period, on an ordinary passport |
| Petra entrance (without the pass) | Reduced Arab-visitor rate: 30 / 35 / 40 JOD for 1 / 2 / 3 days |
This is an independent guide, not an official government website. Below, you'll find everything Saudi citizens need to know about the Jordan Pass, plus how we can help you get it right.
File My Jordan Arrival CardWhy Saudi Citizens Can't Buy the Jordan Pass
This isn't a restriction specific to Saudi citizens — it applies to Arab nationality holders generally, and Jordan's own Jordan Pass FAQ states it in direct terms: the pass "is not available for Arabic nationality holders," full stop, with no exception by country. It's a deliberate design choice, not an oversight or a temporary block you can work around by trying a different payment method or a travel agent. If you attempt to buy it with a Saudi passport, expect the purchase to be rejected or flagged during checkout.
It's worth being precise about what this excludes you from: not just the visa-fee waiver, but the entire package, including the bundled attraction entries. There's no version of the Jordan Pass that sells Saudi citizens the attractions bundle alone without the visa component.
Your Actual Visa Situation as a Saudi Citizen
Saudi Arabia is one of the Arab League nationalities with a standing visa-free arrangement for entry to Jordan: ordinary passport holders can stay up to 3 months within any 6-month period without applying for anything in advance or paying on arrival. There's no minimum-stay condition attached to this, unlike the Jordan Pass's 2-night rule — you're simply exempt.
The Jordan Pass's headline benefit — waiving Jordan's 40 JOD visa fee — isn't worth anything to a traveler who was never going to pay that fee in the first place. — so before treating the Jordan Pass exclusion as a problem to solve, it's worth confirming what you actually need for entry, since for most Saudi citizens it's simpler than the pass would have made it anyway.
What Visiting Petra (and Other Sites) Costs Without the Pass
Arab nationality holders, Saudi citizens included, pay a separately reduced rate at Petra rather than the standard foreign-tourist price: 30 JOD for one day, 35 JOD for two consecutive days, or 40 JOD for three — noticeably less than the roughly 45–50 JOD other foreign tourists pay for the same tickets. — Jordan News — Petra entrance fee update (PDTRA)
Beyond Petra, Jordan's other major sites are paid individually at the gate: Jerash and Wadi Rum each have their own standalone entrance fees, along with smaller sites like the Amman Citadel, Karak Castle, and Ajloun Castle. None of these require advance booking — you pay as you go, in Jordanian Dinars (cash or card, depending on the site), which for a shorter or more selective itinerary often works out similarly to what a Jordan Pass holder pays once the pass's own price is factored in.
Two Jordan Pass perks won't be available to you regardless: the discounted 8 JOD add-on rate for Bethany Beyond the Jordan (you'd pay the standard 12 JOD if you visit), and the free, limited-availability ride on the 1916 Hijaz Railway, which is a pass-holder perk only.
Common Misconceptions Saudi Citizens Have About the Jordan Pass
- Assuming the nationality restriction is really about identity documents, not citizenship. It isn't — it's based on nationality itself, so a Saudi passport is excluded even if you hold dual citizenship or legal residency elsewhere.
- Expecting to pay standard foreign-tourist prices at Petra. Saudi citizens, as Arab nationality holders, qualify for the lower Arab-visitor rate automatically at the gate — you don't need the Jordan Pass to get a discount, because a different discount already applies.
- Treating the Jordan Pass exclusion as a sign you need extra visa paperwork. For most Saudi citizens, it's the opposite: your visa situation is independent of the Jordan Pass entirely, and in several cases simpler than what non-exempt travelers go through.
- Trying to buy the pass through a third-party reseller to get around the restriction. The Jordan Pass is sold exclusively through jordanpass.jo, and the nationality check is enforced by Jordan's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities — not something a reseller can bypass.
How TravelDeclaration.com Can Help Saudi Citizens
You're always welcome to complete the Jordan Pass yourself directly through the official channel. Where we come in is everything around the process: reviewing your entries for the mistakes covered above, coordinating multiple passports and travelers in one household, and making sure nothing gets missed before you're standing at the gate.
We know there are other assisted-filing services out there — what we're focused on is being the most accurate and transparent one, not the only one.
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FAQ for Saudi Citizens
Can Saudi citizens buy the Jordan Pass at all, even just for the attractions?
No. The exclusion covers the full package — there's no attractions-only version sold to Arab nationality holders.
If Saudi citizens are visa-free in Jordan, is there any reason to miss the Jordan Pass?
Mainly convenience, not cost. The Jordan Pass bundles prepaid entry to 40+ sites into one purchase, which saves you buying tickets individually — but since Saudi citizens already get a reduced Arab-visitor rate at Petra and don't pay a visa fee to waive, the pass's two main selling points (visa savings, bundled pricing) are both weaker for this nationality than for a non-exempt, full-price visitor.
Do Saudi citizens still need to plan ahead for Petra tickets?
Not in the way Jordan Pass buyers do. There's no prepayment or advance booking required — you pay the reduced Arab-visitor rate (30/35/40 JOD for 1/2/3 days) directly at the gate.
Is the Arab-nationality exclusion from the Jordan Pass likely to change?
There's no indication of that from Jordan's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. Policies are reviewed periodically, so it's worth checking jordanpass.jo directly before travel if your plans are far out, but as of now the restriction is stated as a standing rule, not a temporary one.