Operating hours at Israeli government facilities are from Sunday to Thursday, starting at 07:00 am and ending at 08:30 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, the facilities are open from 8:30 am to 06:30 pm. However, please note that these hours may vary during Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and national holidays. It is advisable to check the terminal's operating hours as the holidays approach. For Jewish holidays, you can find the specific operation hours on our website. On the Jordanian side, the operating hours for holidays are usually announced with short notice. It is important to consider upcoming holidays when planning your travel and be prepared to be flexible. We recommend arriving at the border approximately 30-60 minutes before the closing time to ensure a smooth process.

GETTING TO AND FROM AMMAN:

Private Car:

You have the option to drive your personal vehicle from Jordan to Palestine/Israel, and vice versa (excluding taxis or rental cars). If you prefer not to bring your car across the border, you can also park it in a designated parking area on either side of the border.

Public transportation to and from the Sheikh Hussein / Jordan River Border Crossing is quite restricted. A convenient and cost-effective method is to board a bus heading to Irbid/ Beit She’an, followed by a taxi ride to the border. Upon crossing, you can opt for a taxi to Beit She’an/ Irbid, and then proceed with a bus journey from there.

Bus between Amman & Nazareth

The bus service runs multiple times weekly connecting Amman to Nazareth. It passes through Sheikh Hussein/Jordan River Crossing.

ARRIVE AT THE JORDANIAN TERMINAL:

Upon arrival at the Jordanian border, head towards the building and proceed to the exit tax booths to pay your departure tax. Show your passport and exit tax to the immigration counter for processing.

OUTSIDE THE JORDANIAN TERMINAL:

SHUTTLE BETWEEN BORDER TERMINALS:

Passengers must store their luggage under the shuttle bus before boarding and wait for instructions to board the shuttle bus heading to the Israeli Terminal. Before sitting down, make sure you have paid the fare of JD 1.6 (around $2.50 US). The shuttle bus will leave for the Israeli terminal, which is conveniently situated just about 500 meters from the Jordanian terminal. Remember that the shuttle bus follows a set schedule, departing every 25-30 minutes.

ARRIVAL AT THE ISRAELI TERMINAL:

OUTSIDE THE ISRAELI TERMINAL:  

VIP SERVICES:

VIP Escort services offer a fast, smooth, and stress-free journey for travelers moving between Israel and other countries. The service includes access to a lounge, help with luggage, security screenings, baggage checks, and passport validation. Moreover, VIP clients are driven across the border in a private shuttle and escorted to their waiting driver.

To cross the border at Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein Crossing, a shuttle bus is available for transportation between the terminals. The cost for the shuttle bus is 1.6 JOD per person, and there is no charge for luggage.

What is VIP Service?

The VIP Service is a service provided by the border staff to facilitate faster crossing. This service includes exclusive waiting rooms, assistance with immigration, security, and luggage handling, as well as a private van shuttle between the terminals. Typically, clients are given priority and allowed to skip queues. The VIP service can greatly reduce frustration, significantly expedite the crossing process (especially during peak times), and make it more comfortable. When crossing from Jerusalem to Jordan, utilizing the VIP service usually results in a border crossing time of 1 hour (without it, it can take up to 4 hours on a busy day). It is important to note that the VIP service does not exempt you from security checks, and you may still be required to wait if the authorities have any questions for you. If you are interested in using the service, please inform us, as it will impact on the timing of your onward transportation.

VIP SERVICE

1. Exclusive Service Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein Crossing:

NUMBER OF GUESTS:                   RATE (PER GUEST):

1                                                             $71                                                     

2                                                            $54                                                       

3                                                             $48                                                      

4                                                             $45                                                       

5                                                             $43

6                                                             $42

Operating hours are subject to change depending on holidays and specific religious observances. The facility is open seven days a week, year-round, with the exception of Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) and the first day of Eid El-Adha (Muslim Feast of Sacrifice). On these days, Israeli government facilities and Jordanian facilities are closed, respectively.

From Sunday to Thursday, the facility operates from 8:00 am to 09:00 pm. It is advisable to arrive no later than 6 pm to ensure you catch the last shuttle.

On Fridays and Saturdays, the facility operates from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. It is recommended to arrive no later than 10 am to catch the last shuttle.

Please be aware that operating hours may also vary during other Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and national holidays. For specific information regarding Jewish holidays, you can find the operation hours on our website.

On the Jordanian side, operating hours for holidays are typically announced with short notice. When planning your travel, please consider upcoming holidays and be prepared to be flexible.

It is important to note that the official operating times at the border indicate when the border staff intend to leave, not when the last travelers are admitted. The latest time you can arrive at the border is determined by the shuttle bus schedule between the two terminals. We strongly recommend arriving at the terminal at least one hour before closing time to ensure a smooth process.

ARRIVAL AT THE JORDANIAN TERMINAL:

Upon reaching the Jordanian border, ensure you proceed to the tourist terminal. At the initial window, your passport will be inspected by the agent. If you are required to pay the departure tax, it must be settled at the subsequent window. If you entered Jordan on the same day or the day before, you may be exempt from the departure tax (subject to change). Following immigration procedures, you will surrender your passport, board the shuttle bus, and await departure. The Jordanian agent will distribute the passports individually to each passenger on the bus once they have been processed.

BETWEEN BORDER TERMINALS:

The shuttle bus covers the final stretch of approximately 5 Km between Jordan and Israel. However, due to its policy of waiting until it reaches maximum capacity, there might be a slight delay before departure. It is worth mentioning that a VIP service is offered for this crossing, promising to expedite the process by facilitating immigration procedures on both sides.

ARRIVAL AT THE ISRAELI TERMINAL:

Upon arrival at the Israeli terminal, the bus will come to a stop and all belongings will be unloaded. A porter will collect your passport and hand it over to a security personnel for inspection, along with your luggage. Your luggage will be checked while you proceed through the metal detector for a body scan and passport verification. Your passport will be returned to you with a sticker indicating the number of bags checked. Subsequently, you will receive a small paper with your photo and details from an Israeli immigration officer, which you must keep with your passport throughout your stay in Israel. This paper serves as a replacement for passport stamps.

Following the immigration booths, there will be another passport check before you exit to the hall where you can retrieve your luggage. After collecting your belongings, proceed past the customs counter and exit the terminal.

ARRIVE AT THE ISRAELI TERMINAL:

Upon reaching the Israeli side, proceed to the building and make your way to the exit tax booths to settle your departure tax. Submit your exit tax along with your passport at the immigration counter for processing. Once your passport is cleared, you will be directed to a waiting area. Wait there until you are called to board the shuttle. Be sure to board the shuttle designated for tourists. If you are uncertain, do not hesitate to ask your driver.

BETWEEN BORDER TERMINALS:

The shuttle bus is scheduled to depart for the Jordanian Terminal. During the journey, the Jordanian police will board the bus to conduct passport checks and collect them. The driver will hold onto the passports and hand them over to the Jordanian authority upon reaching the Jordanian terminal. Upon arrival, a ticket collector will either join the bus or, in some cases, the same bus driver will collect the fare of 7 JOD per person (subject to change, approximately 10 US$) and an additional 1.5 JOD per person (subject to change, approximately 2 US$) for each bag that needs to be stored underneath the bus. Finally, you will disembark the bus at the Jordanian border terminal.

JORDAN BORDER TERMINALS:

Upon arrival at the Jordanian terminal, your name will be announced and your passport will be returned to you. Subsequently, you will need to proceed to a counter for the purpose of verifying and confirming your visa. It is crucial to note that the Jordanian authority does not grant visas for entry into Jordan upon arrival at this border.

At the Allenby/ King Hussein Bridge, you have to take a shuttle bus to cross the space between the border terminals.

The VIP Service provided by border staff aims to facilitate quicker crossing by offering exclusive waiting rooms, assistance with immigration, security, and luggage, as well as a private van shuttle between terminals. Clients typically receive priority treatment, allowing them to bypass queues. Opting for the VIP service can significantly reduce waiting times and enhance overall comfort during the crossing, particularly during peak hours. For instance, crossing from Jerusalem to Jordan with the VIP service usually takes about 1 hour, compared to up to 4 hours without it on busy days. It's important to note that while the VIP service expedites the process, travelers may still undergo thorough checks and occasional questioning by authorities. If you are interested in utilizing this service, please inform us in advance to coordinate the timing of your onward transportation.

Seven days a week, year-round, except for Yom Kippur and the first day of Eid El-Adha, Israeli and Jordanian government facilities have varying operating hours. Sunday through Thursday: 06:30 am to 08:00 pm. Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am to 08:00 pm. Please be aware that operating hours may change during Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and national holidays. For Jewish holidays, refer to the official schedule. On the Jordanian side, holiday operating hours are typically announced with short notice. When planning your travels, consider upcoming holidays and remain flexible. It is important to note that the official border operating times indicate when staff intend to leave, not when the last travelers are allowed entry. The latest arrival times are based on the shuttle bus schedule between terminals. We recommend arriving at least one hour before closing time.

There is no public transportation available between the Israeli and Jordanian sides for travel to and from the Wadi Araba/Yitzhak Rabin border Crossing. The most convenient choice is to hire a taxi on either side.

 GETTING TO THE BORDER FROM ISRAEL:

To reach the border crossing from the Israeli side at the most affordable price, it is recommended to opt for a taxi service from the central bus station. If you are traveling from any of the major cities in Israel, there are frequent bus services available to Eilat, with fares starting from $22 USD from Tel-Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa.

GETTING TO THE BORDER FROM JORDAN:

The most convenient way to travel from the Jordanian side to the Israeli side via Wadi Araba/ Yitzhak Rabin is by utilizing a taxi service.

Unlike the bridge crossing, the WADI ARABA / YITZHAK RABIN CROSSING offers the convenience of walking between the Israel terminal and the Jordanian terminal, which is only 500 meters apart. Additionally, there is no need for shuttle buses as you can easily cross on foot. Moreover, luggage carts are provided free of charge for your convenience.

Please note that Israel and Jordan both require you to pay an exit tax when you leave the country.