Hi Sevia and welcomeI wouldn`t worry too much about the dress here in Jordan. Times are changing rapidly and you can now see many women and girls of all ages wearing jeans and vest tops, especially in shopping malls. But I think it really depends on the area, so it`s always wise to wear a jacket or something to cover up, just in case I never met someone using pepper spray, so I wouldn`t know if it`s legal here. Although Jordan is a laid-back country and people are fine most of the time, it`s always best to stay safe, especially if you have to go out alone or go out at night. Nowhere in the world is 100% safe and here is no exception. The main thing is that you enjoy your stay and stay safe! Even if you read somewhere online that trying to convert a Muslim is illegal in Jordan, well, that`s not really true. Jordan`s constitution and law do not explicitly prohibit Muslims from converting to another religion, and there are no civil penalties for doing so, but Muslims who convert to another religion are socially and discriminated against by the state. It`s 100% acceptable to have conversations with Jordanians about different religions – talking about your own religion, asking about theirs, sharing, learning and being joyful – don`t get too carried away. Homosexuality is legal in Jordan and the country even has a small LGBTQ+ movement, but public expressions of affection (even between heterosexual couples) are frowned upon. Jordanians who live in big cities like Amman and Aqaba, and in crowded places like Petra and Wadi Rum, are used to seeing and meeting people from all cultures and backgrounds.
LGBTQ+ travelers usually have no problem in Jordan, but they can get a few looks if they like in public. This is particularly the case in rural areas and small villages. I brought some in my checked baggage. It`s a domestic “dog spray,” so maybe it helps with legal cheers! What a quick response, thank you! I admit I`m a bit paranoid about security because I`ve had some really bad experiences before (no matter the country), so I`d definitely feel safer with it, but I could also do without it if it was illegal or hard to get. Making one yourself sounds a bit scary, I`m not good at these things. Getting together with you and your French language partner sounds great, I plan to go to France in February 2016 so I can use some practice! Illegal! Most certainly illegal to obtain/use or carry, although I hear that this is a law that is often overlooked, especially when it comes to women`s safety! Someone sells? Even though it`s not technically illegal, it`s considered extremely rude (almost to the point of public indecency) to take a photo of someone without their consent. This is especially true for Bedouin women, who usually never accept having their photo taken. Under no circumstances should you take a photo of a Bedouin woman without her permission, but you can get permission to photograph the woman`s hands. When you think about it, it`s rude to take a picture of someone without asking anywhere in the world. If this is new to you, you should read tips for responsible photography before you travel. I have lived in Jordan for about 55 years and have never experienced anything like this.
First of all, narcotics are illegal, as they are everywhere. The death penalty is not something that happens, it is legal, but it does not happen, even if you are a foreigner, your respective embassy will take responsibility for you. You can take pictures of people, but don`t be a dick on them, don`t take pictures of them in their swim shorts, and so on. There are Jews in Jordan, they don`t like them, but there are Jews. Amman is a beautiful cosmopolitan, although it doesn`t have many lavish Western entertainment (strip clubs and nightclubs), it has its beauties. I wouldn`t recommend hearing coming out of Mr. Sylvester`s mouth, all I can say is that it`s a different experience. If you try to smuggle marijuana, cocaine, heroin or any other drug into the country and they are discovered, the authorities could be very heavy. Even if marijuana is legal in your home state or country, and even if you have a medical marijuana prescription issued by a doctor, you should know that it is not valid in Jordan, so leave recreational substances at home. It`s just, if you go around and take pictures of people in America, you`ll get the same answer that this stubborn man makes Jordan look like a dictatorship. Hi Sevia, I don`t know if it is legal to transport pepper spray to Jordan, but I will confirm it soon through a contact.
I never heard of anyone selling it. You can create your own with a Youtube tutorial, this could be an option. It`s pretty safe in Jordan, so I can`t imagine you`ll ever have to use it. Normally, guys harass you by giving weird looks (sexy for them) and saying something like “hello” or “welcome”, I know it`s pretty scary! On the other hand, I saw that we have some things in common, such as singing, language learning and board games. Open me if you are for karaoke or a game of chess/backgammon. I`m also learning French with a local partner, so “Tell me if you want to join us” Talal Hello everyone, since I`m traveling for a year from next month, I want to take pepper spray with me. I know I can`t take it with me from Germany (my home country where I still am) due to airline regulations. But can I buy it in Amman? Or is it even illegal to buy or possess pepper spray in Jordan? Also, feel free to share safety tips or experiences.
Thank you! Haha must say that the title of the pepper spray caught my attention and I couldn`t help but reply Interesting! I plan to go to France next year and visit a good friend who is studying there. Well, of course, I mean, I wouldn`t do you any good if you practiced French, since I`m learning, but I`m going to introduce you to my partner, if you and she get along, then you could practice with her all the time. she might even introduce you to a group of French people living here in Amman. In most countries, it is not legal to photograph military or even government buildings.