Cross-border route
Israel Jordan
Israel 
JordanDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Israel into Jordan, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Jordan expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the 1949 Geneva format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. The Allenby/King Hussein Bridge crosses the Jordan River near Jericho.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromIsrael
ToJordan
IDP in JordanRequired
Accepted format1949 Geneva
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in JordanJOD
Israel → Jordan
Crossing the border
The Allenby/King Hussein Bridge crosses the Jordan River near Jericho.
Driving rules in Jordan
- Drive on the right.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol for driving.
- Desert Highway speed cameras are common.
What to see when you arrive in Jordan
- the rock-cut city of Petra
- the desert of Wadi Rum
- the Dead Sea
- the Roman ruins of Jerash
- the mosaics of Madaba
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Israel to Jordan?
Yes — Jordan requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Jordan recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Israel and Jordan?
No. Both Israel and Jordan drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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