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LGBTQ+ travel in Jordan

Capital: AmmanArabic, EnglishUpdated October 2026
LegalLegal status

Is Jordan LGBTQ+ friendly?

Legal since 1951 but socially hostile; authorities censor LGBTQ+ content and other laws can be used against public affection. Discreet scene in Amman.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalYes
Same-sex marriageNo
Civil unions or partnershipsNo
Legal gender changeNo
Anti-discrimination lawNo

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Jordan

PlaceRating
Petra2/5 · Hostile
Amman2/5 · Hostile
Wadi Rum2/5 · Hostile
Dead Sea2/5 · Hostile
Aqaba2/5 · Hostile
Madaba2/5 · Hostile

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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