USA for UNFPA
Jordan Delegation

1. Please contact Jennifer Munz, Director of Development at jmunz@usaforunfpa.org to express your interest in joining and complete the Jordan Delegation Interest form here as soon as possible, but no later than June 30, 2023.
2. Make your tax-deductible gift to USA for UNFPA confirming your spot on the delegation. You may make an online donation using this dedicated donation page or through your preferred method of giving (via your donor-advised fund, stock donation, or by check).
3. Your hotel room will automatically be held upon making your donation to USA for UNFPA. We will contact you on whether you have any special requests including upgrades or changes.
4. Book your flight based on your individual flight preferences and travel plans. Please share your flight itinerary with Jennifer Munz at jmunz@usaforunfpa.org upon booking along with a copy of the first page of your passport. All passport copies are required to be shared by July 15, 2023.

To ensure you can enjoy an immersive insider’s experience learning about UNFPA’s work in Jordan our delegation is limited to 25 delegates. We will most likely have 15 delegates but will not have the final number until mid-July.  

Delegates are responsible for booking their own flights. Flight recommendations for delegates joining the trip from New York City and Washington DC are included in the above trip itinerary. The USA for UNFPA team is available to support you in identifying the best travel plan for you depending on your departure destination and travel preferences. Please contact Jennifer Munz at jmunz@usaforunfpa.org if you are in need of any support. 

We have reserved 15 Grand Rooms at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Amman, a UN-affiliated hotel. These single occupancy rooms include king-size beds and inclusive Breakfast every morning at the Hotel’s 32° North Restaurant. Grand rooms can be upgraded or changed to Double Occupancy rooms. We were able to secure a special UN-rate of $129 USD per night.  Payment for each room would be made by the individual guest at the time of check-in. 

The total trip costs, including round-trip travel, accommodation, meals, ground transportation and the group tour of Petra are estimated between $3,000-$3,500. Trip costs are estimates and not confirmed until booking based on individual travel preferences and upgrades. 

In addition to the costs of the delegation, we ask all delegates to make a minimum $5,000 donation to towards UNFPA Jordan’s programs. This donation will advance the lifesaving work UNFPA’s team is providing in Zaatari and Azraq camps, as well as recognizing the tremendous effort made by the UNFPA team to plan and host our delegation. 

Yes, your direct trip costs including the flight and hotel are eligible for a tax-deductible acknowledgement letter. Your donation to USA for UNFPA in support of UNFPA Jordan’s programs is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. 

Your tax-deductible contribution to USA for UNFPA will directly support UNFPA Jordan’s critical and lifesaving work providing integrated comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and gender-based violence interventions in Zaatari Refugee Camp and Azraq Refugee Camp for refugees affected by the Syrian crisis.

Jordan is a stable country that is open and inviting to visitors despite being located in a region with a history of conflict. Protests do often occur in Amman and other cities but are mostly peaceful. Precautions should still be taken, follow news reports and avoid all political gatherings and demonstrations. Some areas have increased risk especially near the border of Syria, Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

The delegation is a UN hosted group and will be staying at a UN affiliated hotel that has been cleared for security. All ground transportation in Amman and to and from refugee camps will also be provided by UN affiliated drivers. We will have a dedicated local UN security focal point contact, the Chief of Security for UNFPA Jordan for the duration of our trip. He will be providing an initial security briefing upon arrival and will also be able to address all security-related concerns at all times. All visits to refugee camps will be UN hosted and follow all UN security guidelines. 

A passport with a validity of at least six month and one blank page is required for entry stamp into Jordan. Jordan issues single entry visas to U.S. citizens upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and currently costs 40 JD (approximately 56 USD) for a single entry with one-month validity. 

There are no required vaccinations, but it is recommended to be up to date on all routine vaccines before every trip. As with any international trip, it is recommend to consult with your physician prior to travel for any recommended vaccinations. Some of these may vaccines include: Chickenpox (Varicella), Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis, Flu (influenza), Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Polio, and Shingles. All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. For full list of recommended vaccinations, please visit CDC.gov here. 

Travel insurance is optional but recommended to safeguard your trip investment, reimburse covered emergency medical costs, and give you 24-7 access to Assistance services, among other benefits. For purchasing travel insurance, please visit https://www.allianztravelinsurance.com/.

Jordan is a conservative country, so it’s important to respect local customs and norms while visiting.  

• Women should wear loose-fitting clothing that covers their shoulders and chest down to their knees. A pashmina shawl is recommended for easy coverage.
• Temperatures can get hot, so opt for lightweight, breezy cotton pieces.
• Bring a light jacket for cooler evenings.
• It is not advisable to wear white clothing as Jordan can be windy and dusty. 
• Please don’t risk your expensive valuables and only bring your essentials. 
• A daypack to hold items like a water bottle, jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses and anything else you may want when visiting refugee camps for the day.
• If you plan to visit Petra, you’ll definitely need a sturdy pair of hiking shoes.