Jordan’s tourism sector experienced significant growth in February, with a 10% year-on-year increase in tourism revenue, reaching JD428 million, according to data from the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the Central Bank of Jordan. This growth was attributed to higher international visitor numbers and increased spending, especially from key Arab markets.
The total number of international arrivals in February reached 525,000, marking a 13% increase from 465,000 in February 2024. Overnight visitors accounted for 435,000, a 9% rise from last year, while same-day visitors surged by 35% to 89,000 compared to 66,000 in February 2024.
Tourism revenue for the first two months of 2025 saw a 16.3% increase, totaling JD910 million, up from JD782 million in the same period of 2024. This growth was driven by a 21.5% increase in international arrivals, reaching 1.136 million, compared to 935,000 in the first two months of 2024.
Overnight visitors in January and February rose by 16.6%, totaling 938,000, while same-day visitors surged by 52.2%, reaching 198,000 compared to 130,000 in 2024.
The growth is attributed to expanded promotional campaigns, the resumption of direct and low-cost flight routes, and improved tourism offerings. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities continues to implement strategies to enhance the economic impact of tourism through infrastructure development, visitor experience improvements, and diversified marketing campaigns.
These efforts support Jordan’s vision to sustain tourism growth, create jobs, and reinforce its status as a leading global travel destination.
