Car hire in Jordan

Driving in Jordan: Essential Rules

• Side of the road: Traffic drives on the right in Jordan.
• Driving licence: A national driving licence held for at least one year is generally accepted if printed in Latin characters. An International Driving Permit is recommended, particularly if your home licence is not in Latin script, and is straightforward to arrange before travelling.
• Alcohol limit: Jordan enforces a strict drink-driving policy, and the safest approach for any driver is not to drink at all before getting behind the wheel.
• Toll roads: Jordan has no toll roads. There is no toll sticker or road usage fee to budget for anywhere in the country.
• Speed cameras: Both fixed and mobile cameras operate nationwide, with mobile units common at police checkpoints on main highways. Fines for rental car speeding are typically passed on by the supplier after the hire ends, along with an administration fee.
• Mobile phones: Handheld phone use while driving is prohibited, though enforcement in practice is inconsistent — do not rely on this as licence to use one.
• Road conditions: Main routes connecting the principal sites — the Desert Highway, King's Highway, and Jordan Valley Highway — are well maintained. Rural roads are often narrower two-lane stretches, and drivers should watch for livestock crossings and slower-moving trucks, particularly outside Amman.

Jordan Car Hire Insurance

Every car hire listed on eCarBookers in Jordan includes the supplier's standard collision damage waiver (CDW) in the basic rate. Standard CDW carries an excess — the amount you would be responsible for in the event of damage. Excess amounts vary by supplier and vehicle class, and the exact figure is displayed clearly before you confirm your booking, so there are no surprises at the desk.

If you prefer to drive with no excess at all, fully comprehensive zero-excess cover is available directly from your supplier when you collect the car. The cover comes from the hire company itself, not from a third-party insurer — so once added, there is no separate policy, no paying the excess upfront, and no reimbursement claim to file. Because your booking confirmation shows the standard excess that applies, you arrive knowing exactly what the cover replaces.

It is worth noting that certain situations fall outside standard CDW cover across the car hire industry. Tyres, glass, underbody damage, lost or damaged keys, and a flat battery caused by driver error — such as leaving the lights on while the vehicle is unattended — are typically not covered and may result in a separate charge if they occur. These situations are uncommon in everyday driving, but it is good practice to check your booking confirmation for the specific cover terms applicable to your hire, as scope can vary by supplier.

Popular Car Hire Locations

Jordan's main pick-up points sit at its principal airport and largest cities, including:

• Amman
• Queen Alia International Airport
• Aqaba
• Petra / Wadi Musa
• Dead Sea