Emergency Messages
- Potential Demonstrations This Weekend (January 24, 2013)
- Embassy Closure (January 9, 2013)
- Jordan Security Situation, Revision to Travel Guidance (November 19, 2012)
- Rockets Fired from Gaza (November 16, 2012)
- Defer Non-Essential Travel (November 14, 2012)
- West Bank Travel Restrictions (November 14, 2012)
- Possible Demonstrations in Jordan Following Fuel Subsidy Removal (November 14, 2012)
- Personal Security Reminder – Maintain Vigilance (October 24, 2012)
- Large Scale Downtown Demonstration Planned for Friday (Oct. 18, 2012)
- Planned Large-Scale Demonstration in Amman (October 3, 2012)
- Delayed Opening of U.S. Embassy (October 3, 2012)
- Possible Weekend Demonstrations in Jordan (September 20, 2012)
- Demonstration near Sports City, Amman (September 17, 2012)
- Planned Weekend Demonstrations at U.S. Embassy Amman (September 13, 2012)
- Possible Demonstrations at U.S. Embassy Amman (September 12, 2012)
- Security Message for U.S. Citizens Regarding Travel to the Sinai (August 3, 2012)
- Establishment of New Protecting Power in Syria (August 1, 2012)
- High School Exam Celebrations (August 1, 2012)
- Planned Demonstrations – April 6, 2012
- Rally to Mark Palestinian Land Day – March 30, 2012
- Travel Warning – Israel, The West Bank and Gaza - March 20, 2012
- Travel Warning for Syria - March 7, 2012
- Possible Demonstration at the U.S. Embassy – February 23, 2012
- High School Exam Celebrations – February 16, 2012
- Emergency Message to U.S. Citizens in Syria - February 14, 2012
- Recurring Demonstrations at the Syrian Embassy – February 13, 2012
- Travel Warning for Syria - February 7, 2012
- Unrest at 8th Circle - February 3, 2012
- Planned Demonstrations - January 30, 2012
- Worldwide Caution – January 24, 2012
- Planned Demonstrations – January 6, 2012
- Travel Warning - Syria - December 22, 2011
- Unrest in al-Ramtha – November 17, 2011
- Planned Demonstration at Qatari Embassy – November 16, 2011
- Worldwide Travel Alert - Iran Plot - October 12, 2011
- Ongoing Unrest in Jordan - Travel Restrictions - October 12, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - October 7, 2011
- Worldwide Travel Alert - October 1, 2011
- Travel Warning - Syria - October 2, 2011
- Travel to Southern Israel and the Surrounding Area - September 24, 2011
- Travel Warning - Syria - September 15, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - September 15, 2011
- Planned Demonstration at U.S. Embassy (September 14, 2011)
- Worldwide Travel Alert - September 5, 2011
- Emergency Message - Planned Demonstrations – September 9, 2011
- Travel Warning for Syria - August 7, 2011
- Worldwide Caution - July 31, 2011
- High School Exam Celebrations – July 30, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations – July 29, 2011
- Emergency Message from Consulate Jerusalem – July 26, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations – July 22, 2011
- Planned Demonstration - July 16, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - July 14, 15, & 16, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations – July 8 – 9, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations – June 30-July 1, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - June 24, 2011
- Travel Alert - Israel, the West Bank and Gaza - June 23, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - June 10-11, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - June 7, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - June 5, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - June 3, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations - May 19 2011
- Unrest in Madaba City – May 14, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations – May 12, 2011
- Travel Warning - Worldwide - May 02, 2011
- Travel Warning for Syria – April 26, 2011
- New Threat Information - April 21, 2011
- Planned Demonstration in Amman – April 15, 2011
- Planned Demonstrations in Amman - April 13 and 14, 2011
- Appointment System for American Citizen Services - December 2, 2010
- New Procedures for Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBAs) - December 19, 2010
- Regional Violence Affecting Ma’an and Desert Highway – January 4, 2011
- Update on Regional Violence Affecting Ma'an and the Desert Highway - January 5, 2011
- Possible Demonstrations - January 13, 2011
- Possible Demonstrations (January 20, 2011)
- Possible Demonstrations - January 27, 2011
- Egypt Travel Warning - January 31, 2011
- Possible Demonstrations – February 03, 2011
- Worldwide Caution - February 01, 2011
- Printing Resumed for Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBA) - February 08, 2011
- Possible Demonstrations - February 11, 2011
- High School Exam Celebrations - February 18, 2011
- U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem Travel Restriction – February 19-21, 2011
- Warden Message - Election-Related Demonstrations Near Jerash - November 11, 2010
- Election-Related Demonstrations - Update - (November 9, 2010)
- Parliamentary Elections in Jordan - November 4, 2010
- Parliamentary Elections in Jordan - November 4, 2010
- Electronic Voting Options for Overseas Voters - October 5, 2010
- Gulf of Aqaba - UPDATE - September 27, 2010
- Gulf of Aqaba Regional Threat - UPDATE - September 16, 2010
- Possible Imminent Threat in Aqaba - September 15, 2010
- Security Incident - September 2, 2010
- Public Safety Reminder - August 30, 2010
- Warden Message - Worldwide Caution - August 19, 2010
- Worldwide Caution - August 19, 2010
- Absentee Voting for 2010 - August 8, 2010
- Tawjihi Exam Celebrations - August 7, 2010
- Rocket Impact in Aqaba - August 2, 2010
- Warden Message - Rocket Impact in Aqaba - August 2, 2010
- Warden Message - Protests Regarding Israeli Actions Toward Relief Flotilla - May 31, 2010
- Fee Increases for American Citizen Services - July 13, 2010
- Warden Message - Fee Increase for American Citizen Services - July 13, 2010
- Continued Demonstrations Anticipated in Jordan - June 1, 2010
- Protests Regarding Israeli Actions Toward Relief Flotilla - May 31, 2010
- American Citizen Services Outreach - Aqaba
- Warden Message - Riots in Al Shuna
- Riots in Al Shuna
- Absentee Voting
- Cancellation of Travel Warning - Syria
- Worldwide Caution
- Tawjihi Celebrations - February 6, 2010
- Dead Sea Highway Blast Update - January 15, 2010
- Dead Sea Highway Bomb Blast - January 14, 2010
- Demonstrations - January 7, 2010
- Credit Cards - November 18, 2009
- Warden Message - Demonstrations - October 9, 2009
- Phone Trouble - October 8, 2009
- American Citizen Services Hours
- Ramadan Hours - August 12, 2009
- Warden Message - July 30, 2009
- H1N1 Flu Update
- H1N1 Flu Information
- Personal Security Reminder - May 20, 2009
- New Appointment System for American Citizen Services - February 26, 2009
- Warden Message - February 11, 2009
- Warden Message - January 15, 2009
- Warden Message (January 8, 2009)
- Demonstrations (December 28, 2008)
- Following India Attacks ( December 4, 2008)
- Vote NOW! (October 15,2008)
- Voting Assistance Workshop and Resources for Overseas Voting (September 8, 2008)
- Sexual Harassment Notice (August 26, 2008)
- Personal Security Reminder 8-17-0 (August 17, 2008)
- Personal Security Reminder 7-17-0 (July 17, 2008)
- Planned Weekend Demonstrations in (January 24, 2008)
- Personal Security Reminder (September 18, 2007)
- ACS working hours during Ramadan (September 3, 2007)
- Public Announcement (August 14, 2007)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (June 10, 2007)
- U.S. Citizens, Group Wardens, and Hotels Hosting Citizens (February 27, 2007)
- Cessation of I-130 acceptance at all posts overseas (January 24, 2007)
- Saddam Execution (December 30, 2006)
- Verdict in Saddam Hussein case (November 5, 2006)
- Registration, Absentee Ballot Request Deadlines Approaching (October 3, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (September 6, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (September 4, 2006)
- Warden Message - Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (July 17, 2006)
- Avian Influenza (April 3, 2006)
- American Citizen Service hours of operations (April 2, 2006)
- Avian Flu in Jordan (March 24, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (March 14, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Iraq (March 12, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (February 20, 2006)
- Reminder - New Internet-Based Registration System (January 25, 2006)
- Information related to security issues affecting Americans in Jordan (January 7, 2006)
- Avian Flu Fact Sheet (January 6, 2006)
- Public Announcement (January 2, 2006)
Demonstrations near Sports City, Amman (September 17, 2012)
September 17, 2012
In response to last week’s events in the region, about 150 members of an opposition group are demonstrating Monday evening near King Hussein Sports City in north Amman, and more are joining the group. Police are on scene, and no violence is reported at this time.
U.S. citizens should avoid areas where demonstrations are ongoing. Spontaneous and/or planned demonstrations occur in Jordan from time to time in response to world events or local developments. We remind U.S. citizens that protests intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. As always, please be aware of your surroundings and monitor local media.
The Embassy advises U.S. citizens to maintain valid travel documents and enroll with the Department of State through the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. By enrolling, U.S. citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.
The U.S. Embassy in Amman is located on Al-Umawiyyeen Street, Abdoun, P.O. Box 354. The telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6000, and the fax number is [962] (6) 592-4102. The after-hours emergency telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6500.
U.S. citizens traveling abroad regularly should monitor the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs website, where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Country Specific Information can be found. U.S. citizens should also review "A Safe Trip Abroad,” which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad.
Follow us on Twitter and the Bureau of Consular Affairs page on Facebook as well. You can also download our free Smart Traveler App, available through iTunes and the Android market to have travel information at your fingertips. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, or outside the United States and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
Weekend Demonstrations in Jordan
September 20, 2012
Subject: Possible Weekend Demonstrations in Jordan
U.S. Embassy Amman has learned of several possible demonstrations that may occur this week throughout Jordan, including several in Amman.
Planned Demonstration at Embassy Today, 20 September: The Islamic Action Front has called for a demonstration in front of the U.S. Embassy in Abdoun today at 1600 hours. However, local security services do not believe that a protest will materialize given the lack of publicity through conventional media outlets. Nevertheless, as a precautionary measure, the Embassy will have extra security around the compound.
Unconfirmed Demonstration Called for Tomorrow At U.S. Embassy: The Embassy has received a report that a demonstration may take place at Al-Kurdi Mosque (site of last week’s protest), approximately one half-mile from the U.S. Embassy on Friday, September 21, following noon prayers. The police have not confirmed this event, but the Gendarmerie will deploy extra officers at the Embassy in the event people move from the mosque to the Embassy compound.
Additional Demonstrations on Friday: Protests are planned for downtown Amman (near the Al-Husseini mosque), as well as in Aqaba and several other major cities in Jordan following noon prayers on Friday, September 21.
French Magazine Cartoons – Renewed Need for Vigilance: On September 19, a French magazine published cartoons satirizing the Prophet Mohammed. As a result, the French Embassy in Amman has requested additional security for its official facilities. U.S. citizens should exercise caution around all facilities associated with the Government of France, including its Embassy, the French School, and cultural centers.
U.S. citizens should avoid areas where demonstrations are ongoing. Spontaneous and/or planned demonstrations occur in Jordan from time to time in response to world events or local developments. We remind U.S. citizens that protests intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. As always, please be aware of your surroundings and monitor local media.
The Embassy advises U.S. citizens to maintain valid travel documents and enroll with the Department of State through the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. By enrolling, U.S. citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.
The U.S. Embassy in Amman is located on Al-Umawiyyeen Street, Abdoun, P.O. Box 354. The telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6000, and the fax number is [962] (6) 592-4102. The after-hours emergency telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6500.
U.S. citizens traveling abroad regularly should monitor the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs website, where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Country Specific Information can be found. U.S. citizens should also review "A Safe Trip Abroad,” which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad.
Follow us on Twitter and the Bureau of Consular Affairs page on Facebook as well. You can also download our free Smart Traveler App, available through iTunes and the Android market to have travel information at your fingertips. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, or outside the United States and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
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