Location: Jordan 

Event:  As of Saturday, April 13, at 11:00pm local time, the Government of Jordan has temporarily closed Jordanian airspace to arriving, departing, and transiting flights due to security concerns.  Officials will continuously evaluate the situation and reopen airspace when it is determined to be possible.  If your flight into or out of Jordan is affected by this closure, please contact your airline directly regarding flight changes or updates to your travel plans. 

Due to high tensions in the region, the security environment remains 

complex and can change quickly.  We remind U.S. citizens of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments. 

The U.S. Embassy in Jordan will continue to review the situation and provide additional information as needed. 

 Actions to Take: 

• Monitor local media, such as Roya News, Petra News for information regarding this airspace closure and plans for reopening  
• Contact your airline directly for flight change details if your flight is affected  
• Be aware of your surroundings 
• Remain vigilant for anything appearing out of the ordinary 
• Contact the Jordanian police by dialing 911 if you are in immediate danger 

   Assistance: 

• U.S Embassy – Amman, Jordan 
• Embassy address:  Al-Umawyeen 37, Amman, Jordan 

• Phone number (emergencies during business hours): +962 6 590-6000 
• Phone number (emergencies after business hours): +962 6 590-6500 
• Contact the U.S. Citizen Services Unit 
• Embassy website: https://jo.usembassy.gov/ 
• State Department – Consular Affairs: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 
• Jordan Country Information 
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates 
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