US citizens can register for organized bus departures from the Jerusalem and Tel Aviv areas to Queen Alia International Airport via the Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein crossing, beginning Monday.
The US Embassy in Jerusalem said on Monday that it had begun organizing assisted overland departures for US citizens seeking to leave Israel through Jordan, offering bus transport to Queen Alia International Airport in Amman via the Jordan River/Sheikh Hussein border crossing.
According to the embassy, the bus departures began on Monday, March 23, with travelers departing from rally points in the Jerusalem and Tel Aviv areas. Americans interested in using the service were instructed to first complete an online form published by the embassy, after which confirmed travelers would receive their departure dates, times, and meeting-point details.
Passengers on their own from Amman onward
The embassy stressed that passengers would remain responsible for arranging and paying for their onward travel from Amman, including flights and any overnight hotel stays if needed. Travelers were also told to prepare to pay Israeli and Jordanian border fees and were encouraged to secure their flights from Amman before boarding the bus.
In its announcement, the State Department said it remained focused on the safety and security of American citizens in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. The embassy also urged US citizens who do not depart to be ready to shelter in place with essential supplies, follow instructions from local authorities and the Home Front Command, and monitor embassy messages for last-minute updates.
The embassy again called on Americans in the region to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, known as STEP, which allows US citizens abroad to receive security alerts and helps US officials contact them in an emergency.
The announcement came as the embassy continued issuing updated security alerts and guidance on overland departure options and emergency consular services from Jerusalem and its branch office in Tel Aviv.