Jordan Border Crossing to Israel/ Palestine 

There are three border crossings between Israel/Palestine and Jordan: the Yitzhak Rabin Terminal/Wadi Araba Crossing, the King Hussein Bridge (Allenby) Terminal and the Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein Crossing. Below are the details on each of these crossings so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.

Opening hours of all borders may differ on other Jewish, Christian, Muslim and national holidays. 

On the Jordanian side, the opening hours for holidays are usually announced at very short notice. When making your travel plans, keep upcoming holidays in mind, and be prepared to be flexible.
 

Located approximately between the Jordanian city Irbid and the Israeli town Beit She’an. It is also close to Lake Tiberias (Sea of Galilee) from Israeli side. 

Opening & Closing Time
Sunday - Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
Friday: 8:00 - 18:00 
Saturday: 08:30- 18:00

Fees:
Exit tax needs to be paid by the traveler when leaving the country

Jordan Exit Fee: 10 JOD = 14 USD per person
Israel Exit Fee: NIS 105 = 30 USD per person

Note:
•    It is recommended to reach the border about 1.5 hours prior to its closing time.
•    The border crossing will be completely closed at Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) and the Muslim New Year (Ra’s al-Sana al-Hijriyah).
•    Private cars and tour buses cannot cross – travelers must change vehicles upon crossing or use the other two border crossings
•    The Border has Currency exchange Booth, Cafeteria, Duty Free (departing Israel), VAT refund and wheelchair- friendly service. 
•    Travelers are not allowed to cross the Border terminal between Jordan and Israel/Palestine by foot. There is a bus that takes travelers from and to the opposite border terminal. The Bus cost 5 NIS (approximately 1JOD = 1.412 USD per person) 

VIP Service:

The VIP Service is a provision run by the staff at the borders to enable faster crossing. The service includes “VIP” waiting rooms, assistance with immigration, security and luggage; plus a private van shuttle between the terminals. Usually clients go to the front of any queues. The VIP service can save lots of frustration, speed up the crossing considerably (especially when the border is busy), and allows more comfort.

The VIP service is paid for directly at the border. The cost is as follows:
1 person ($71 USD)
2 people ($54 USD per person)
3 people ($48 USD per person)
4 people ($45 USD per person)
5 people ($43 per person)
6 people ($42 per person) 
 

Located approximately between Jordan’s capital Amman and Jerusalem. Even though operated by the Israeli authorities, it is the only direct border crossing between the Palestinian Territories and Jordan. On the Palestinian side it is sometimes also referred to as al-Karameh Bridge.

Opening & Closing Time
Sunday - Thursday : 07:30 – 22:00
Friday & Saturday : 07:30 – 13:00

Fees: 
Exit tax needs to be paid by the traveler when leaving the country

Jordan Exit Fee: 10 JOD = 14 USD per person
Israel Exit Fee: NIS 179 = 50 USD per person

Note:
•    Jordan Visa is not available at this border. Traveler must obtain Jordan Visa before travelling to Jordan arriving point to Allenby Border/ King Hussein Border. 
•    It is recommended to reach the border about 2 hour prior to its closing time.
•    Private cars and tour buses cannot cross – travelers must change vehicles upon crossing or use the other two border crossings
•    The border crossing will be completely closed at Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) and the Muslim New Year (Ra’s al-Sana al-Hijriyah).
•    The Border has Currency exchange Booth, Cafeteria, Restaurant, VAT Refund, Insurance Services and wheelchair-friendly.
•    Travelers are not allowed to cross the Border terminal between Jordan and Israel/Palestine by foot. There is a bus that takes travelers from and to the opposite border terminal. The Bus cost 7 JD = 10 USD per person and 1.5 JD = 2.3 USD per luggage.

VIP Service:

The VIP Service is a provision run by the staff at the borders to enable faster crossing. The service includes “VIP” waiting rooms, assistance with immigration, security and luggage; plus a private van shuttle between the terminals. Usually clients go to the front of any queues. The VIP service can save lots of frustration, speed up the crossing considerably (especially when the border is busy), and allows more comfort.

The VIP service is paid for directly at the border. The cost is as follows:
1 person ($115 USD) per way

Wadi Araba Crossing/South Border, located in the south, 324 kms away from Amman, connecting the two Red Sea resorts of Eilat and Aqaba.

Opening & Closing Time
Sunday to Thursday : 06:30 – 20:00
Friday & Saturday : 08:00– 20:00

Fees: 
Exit tax needs to be paid by the traveler when leaving the country

Jordan Exit Fee: 10 JOD = 14 USD per person
Israel Exit Fee: NIS 102 = 30 USD per person
Note:
•    Travelers will cross border by foot walking approximately 600 meters, there are no shuttle available in this border. 
•    The Border has a free parking, currency exchange booth, vending machines and is a wheelchair-friendly.
•    Private cars and tour buses cannot cross – travelers must change vehicles upon crossing or use the other two border crossings

 

The information provided above serves as your guideline while preparing for your trip. Border rules and regulations may change without prior notice.