The Sheikh Hussein / Jordan River Crossing is located in northern Jordan, approximately 90 kilometers from Amman. The nearest major Jordanian cities are Irbid and Ajloun. On the Israeli side, it is close to Beit She’an and not far from the Sea of Galilee (Lake Tiberias).
Please note that border procedures, fees, schedules, and regulations may change at short notice. While we do our best to keep our information updated, many changes are beyond our control. We recommend allowing extra time and remaining flexible when planning your border crossing.
Please check this page to explore sample Jordan tours from Israel, including departures from Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or other locations in Israel, crossing via either Sheikh Hussein Border / Jordan River Crossing or Allenby Border.
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The passenger terminal usually operates during the following hours:
The border is generally closed during Yom Kippur and the Muslim New Year. Opening hours may also vary during Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and national holidays.
On the Jordanian side, holiday schedules are often announced with limited notice. Border closures or changes in hours may occur unexpectedly, so travelers should remain flexible.
VIP service starting rates:
Please note that all fees and rates are subject to change without prior notice. Any new charges or surcharges will be the responsibility of the guest.
The border crossing process is usually as follows:
If your package includes our meet-and-assist service, we require the full passport details of all guests in advance. This information is needed to prepare the official visa manifest, which allows your driver or guide to access the arrivals area and assist you with the entry procedures on the Jordanian side.
⚠️ The information provided here reflects the border rules, regulations, and travel procedures currently known at the time of publication. Please note that these may change at any time. We continuously monitor official updates and aim to keep our information as accurate as possible, but we strongly recommend checking for any recent changes before your travel date.
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