Official Import Rules
- Jordan requires an ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 30 days old), and a government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel.
- An import permit from the Ministry of Agriculture may be required.
- Arrival through Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) Amman.
- Veterinary inspection on arrival.
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Turn these rules into your dog's step-by-step planCabin/cargo call, breed check, crate size and paperwork timing.Medical Roadmap
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip fitted before the rabies vaccination. The microchip number must match every certificate.
Rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination must be valid before travel. Most routes require at least 21 days after a primary vaccination.
Health certificate or pet passport
Use an EU pet passport where accepted, or a government-endorsed animal health certificate for this route.
Rabies titer test
Build in the approved-lab antibody test and any mandatory waiting period before booking the flight.
Travel day
Carry originals, confirm airline pet acceptance, and keep the official authority page saved offline.
Breed & Public-Space Rules
No major national breed ban found
Still check airline policies, local rules, insurance requirements and any transit-country restrictions before booking.
Flying In: Cabin, Hold or Cargo
Confirm airline pet acceptance, cabin or cargo availability, carrier rules, aircraft limits, and destination entry mode before booking.
Cost Breakdown
Quarantine Information
None if documentation complete
City & Housing Notes
Amman (Abdoun, Sweifieh, Jabal Amman) is the main destination. Jordan has a moderate pet culture with improving vet care. Many expat homes and apartments accept dogs. The climate is hot and dry — indoor dogs with AC are recommended in summer.
Vets & Health After Arrival
Reasonable vet care in Amman with several modern clinics, some English-speaking. Costs are moderate. Outside Amman, vet care is very limited. Summer heat is intense — AC essential. Tick and flea prevention year-round.
Leaving Jordan With Your Dog
Exit requires a health certificate from a Ministry of Agriculture-approved vet. Processing takes 2–3 working days.
Videos & Route Walkthroughs
Use videos as lived-experience context, not as legal authority. Search for recent dog-owner route reports, airport collection walkthroughs, crate-loading examples and relocation-agent explainers, then verify every rule against the official source above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jordan require a titer test?
Yes. A rabies antibody titer test of at least 0.5 IU/ml is required from an approved laboratory.
Is Amman dog-friendly?
Moderately. The expat areas of Abdoun and Sweifieh have good vet clinics and a growing pet culture. Dogs are well-tolerated in Jordanian culture.
How hot does it get?
Amman summers reach 35–40°C. Keep dogs indoors with AC during the hottest months (June–September). Winters are mild and pleasant.
Community Tips & Nearby Routes
Community reports are useful for practical details such as which cargo desk answers the phone, how long collection took, or whether a landlord asked for insurance. Treat them as tips, then verify rules with the authority and airline.