Driving in Jordan as a Australia National

Jordan offers scenic drives including the Dead Sea Highway, King's Highway, and Wadi Rum, with generally good roads and affordable fuel. Amman traffic can be heavy; police checkpoints are common. An IDP is required.

Key Things to Know First

IDP Required

Jordan requires an International Driving Permit for foreign visitors. Obtain one in Australia before departure.

How to get an IDP

Drive on the Right — You Are Switching Sides

Australia drives on the left, but Jordan drives on the right. Extra caution required at roundabouts, intersections, and after exits.

Tips for switching sides

Side-by-Side Comparison

Rule	Australia	Jordan	Change?
Traffic side	Left-hand traffic	Right-hand traffic	Yes
Speed unit	km/h	km/h	Same
IDP required	—	Yes	Yes
Min. driving age	17	18	Differs
Emergency number	000	911	Different
Road difficulty	Moderate	Moderate	—

Speed Limits in Jordan

Urban

40-60 km/h

Rural / Open road

80-100 km/h

Highway / Motorway

100-120 km/h

Documents to Carry in Jordan

Original driving licence from Australia — must be valid and unexpired
International Driving Permit (IDP) — required in Jordan. Obtain from your national motoring association before travelling.
Passport or national ID — carry at all times while driving
Car insurance certificate — verify it covers Jordan before departure
Vehicle registration / rental agreement

Emergency Number in Jordan

911

Primary emergency number in Jordan. Save it before you drive.

Emergency numbers for all countries

Full Jordan Driving Guide

Road rules, toll system, fuel types, parking, regional quirks — everything you need for driving in Jordan.

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