Is Jordan Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Jordan
Safety rating
Women living in Jordan consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Jordan consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.4 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 63% percentage of women in Jordan have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 6 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.9/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.7/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.4/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.6/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Is Jordan safe for women?
Amman
I lived in Amman for a year. Personally, I didn't feel unsafe once. As a white woman, I attracted a lot of attention, but personally, I didn't feel as if I am in danger. People will say "welcome to jordan" quite often, and honk, but mostly, the honking comes from taxis indicating that they are free to offer a ride. I didn't fear being robbed, it didnt happen to any f my friends or me. Cover shoulders and legs out of respect, and wear clothes that are comfortable for you. At night, I either took a bus or an uber/taxiF/Jeeny. East Amman is (according to some friends) a little 'unsafer' than Central and West Amman, so be cautious and try to go with a group. In other areas, i walked alone almost all the time and felt secure.
Posted: September 2, 2024Amman
Amman is very safe place, just make sure not to wear something too revealing. Being respectful and moderate will help you alot, people are so friendly when approaching to them and try to help in all ways. Trying to speak to you is something normal as they will try hard to show you how welcoming they are.
Posted: September 1, 2024Jordan
Jordan is generally safe for travelers, with low crime rates and a stable political environment. Petty theft is rare, but it's wise to stay cautious. The country is secure, but avoid border areas with Syria and Iraq.
Posted: August 16, 2024
lamees
Amman
It's very safe for women in Amman, I can walk at night, use transports and go about my normal life without being afraid, it's better to dress modestly just to avoid stares in the streets, and of course like in every country there are few neighbourhoods that you might be catcalled in or not feel very safe at night but there are no reasons to be there anyway😅
Posted: August 7, 2024
Abeer
Amman
Amman is very safe. People here are very friendly and welcoming. I suggest that women coming to Jordan wear modest clothes to respect the culture and also to avoid unwanted attention. Taxi drivers like to chat, it’s better to tell them that you are married. Otherwise, they might ask you to marry them:)
Posted: June 27, 2024Amman
Amman is safe It has a low crime rate. You rarely hear of something bad happening for a girl in the streets especially foreigners. But it is always best to avoid being in alleys and empty streets especially in sketchy areas after dark
Posted: April 5, 2024Is Jordan worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 39 experiences from female travelers
Jordan, Solo travel
I did a solo trip to Jordan last September. I rented a car and it was easy, the roads were in good condition, easy to get around. I spent 3 days in Amman and then picked up my rental car. I felt safe the entire time.
Posted: November 2, 2024
nikolett
Hungary
Jordan, Group travel
I felt very safe in Jordan, te people were super nice and friendly, te landscape is beautiful. I really liked te food as well. We lived in a tent in the desert. If You are there You should try it, it is amazing experience
Posted: July 7, 2024Experienced: March, 2024Meet locals in Jordan
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