Is it Good to Rent a Car in Jordan?

YES, rent a car in Jordan. Of course, the answer depends on your individual situation, but for 80% of travelers we would say YES!

There are so many advantages of renting a car when compared to other means of transportation.

Driving in Jordan is generally safe and fun, a little bit crazy sometimes. It provides you all the freedom you want which is quite valuable in a country like Jordan.

Requirements to Rent a Car in Jordan

There are a few basic requirements to be able to rent a car in Jordan.

• The legal age to drive in Jordan is 18. However, most companies only rent to driver’s who are at least 21 of age, sometimes even 25.
• Valid driver’s license. Drivers must hold their license for at least 1 year. A national license is accepted (for most countries) if it’s written in Latin characters (e.g. licenses issued by an EU country, UK, US, Canada, Australia…). If your license isn’t in Latin characters, you need an international driver’s license. Note that you need to bring your original license (photocopies or digital licenses are not accepted). There are some exceptions and additional rules for licenses of certain countries. Make sure to read the fine-print before renting.
• Passport. You also need one to enter Jordan, not just to rent a car.
• Credit or debit card at the name of the main driver to pay a security deposit (usually JOD 300. More on this below)

Costs of Renting a Car

The daily rates vary depending on the provider, season and the type of the car.

Regular small to medium-size cars (for up to 5 people) range from $25 – $150. Large cars (7-8 seats) are usually between $70 – $150.