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DFAT advice for Jordan

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When travelling to Jordan, you should always get travel insurance in case the worst happens. To help you ensure you travel safely, we have included the travel advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for Jordan.

Jordan overall This Advice is current for Sunday, 21 March 2010.
Be alert to own security Exercise caution High degree of caution Reconsider your need to travel Do not travel

This advice has been reviewed and reissued. The overall level of the advice has not changed.

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Summary

  • We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution in Jordan because of the high threat of terrorist attack.
  • Pay close attention to your personal security at all times and monitor the media for information about possible new safety and security risks.
  • We continue to receive reports that terrorists may be planning attacks in Jordan against Westerners and places frequented by Westerners or associated with Western interests.
  • Terrorists have attacked international hotels in Jordan. Tourist hotels throughout Jordan, in particular in Amman, Aqaba, the Dead Sea and other resort areas, are potential targets for attack. For further information on possible targets, see Safety and Security: Terrorism.
  • Political developments in the region may prompt demonstrations in Jordan. These demonstrations could turn violent and should be avoided.
  • Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 has spread throughout the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides useful information for individuals and travellers on its website. For further information and advice to Australians, including on possible quarantine measures overseas, see our travel bulletin on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009.
  • Be a smart traveller. Before heading overseas:
    • organise comprehensive travel insurance and check what circumstances and activities are not covered by your policy
    • register your travel and contact details, so we can contact you in an emergency
    • subscribe to this travel advice to receive free email updates each time it’s reissued.
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