Capital city in Amman Governorate, Jordan
Internet in Amman: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Amman?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Fast wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; mobile data is cheap and reliable.
Getting online in Amman
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Orange, Zain and Umniah in most buildings; around 20–35 JOD a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Fast wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; mobile data is cheap and reliable. |
| Tourist SIM | Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, Umniah |
| Monthly data plan | JD5–10 ($7.1–14.1) |
Coworking in Amman
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Middle East
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Amman?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Fast wifi in most cafés and coworking spaces; mobile data is cheap and reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Amman?
Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap.
Can I use an eSIM in Jordan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.