The UK government no longer advises visitors against all but essential travel to Jordan and has issued new information amid the US and Iran announcing a memorandum of understanding.
Following the US and Israeli strikes against Iran that started on February 28, the UK’s Foreign Office (FCDO) advised against non-essential travel to the majority of Jordan, but on Wednesday, 3 June the advice was lifted.
Several Middle Eastern countries have joined Jordan on Thursday, 18 June, as the FCDO lifted other advisories, including those for the UAE and Bahrain.
This comes as a memorandum of understanding aims to stop the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. It also outlines plans for the financing of Iran’s recovery, sanctions relief and the release of frozen funds.
Holidaymakers who have trips booked in the region are advised to follow the advice of the FCDO on what to do if they are heading to or are currently in a country in the Middle East.
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Is it safe to travel to Jordan?
Since 3 June, the FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Jordan but continues to advise against all travel within 3km of the border with Syria.
What is the UK government's advice if you are in Jordan?
The FCDO is still displaying advice for people should any hostilities resume. It warns that “the situation remains unpredictable and attacks could resume at short notice”.
It says that British nationals should read the “if you are affected by a crisis abroad” document, follow advice from local authorities and sign up to FCDO travel advice email alerts.
The FCDO also advises that if conflict resumes, to stay away from areas around security or military facilities, keep departure plans and travel documents up to date and stay indoors if advised to take shelter.
“Before the 8 April ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations in the Gulf associated with the US and Israel,” the FCDO added.
“This included US-linked organisations, businesses, facilities and institutions. Iran has previously targeted civilian infrastructure across the region such as ports, hotels, roads, bridges, energy facilities, oil production sites, water systems, and airports.”
Will it be easier to book a holiday to Jordan now?
As the FCDO no longer warns against non-essential travel to the majority of Jordan, your travel insurance is likely to be valid if you now decide to book a trip. Your travel insurance is at risk of being invalidated if you travel against advice from FCDO. However, it is important to check individual policies.
Package holidays are likely to start operating as usual. There are currently no grounds for travellers to expect a refund if they cancel, nor to claim the money back through travel insurance.
If FCDO advice changes to advising against all travel, you can cancel a package holiday without penalty for a full refund.
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