Currency

The local currency is the Jordanian Dinar; symbol JD, which is often called "Jay Dee". There are 1, 5, 10, 20 and 50 JD Notes. The dinar is divided into 100 piasters (pronounced "pee-aster") or 1000 fils ("fills"). The Fils is the unit most commonly used, and you will usually see prices written as 4.750, that is 4 JD and 750 fils. Coins come in the following denominations: 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 fils. It is useful to vary some coins and low denomination 1 JD and 5 JD notes, since Jordanians rarely carry change with them.

Currency Exchange

Currency can be exchanged at major banks and exchange booths. Exchange rates are set daily by the Jordanian central bank.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Visa, Diners Club and MasterCard are accepted in hotels, big supermarkets, shopping malls, and restaurants. Many Small shops still prefer cash payment in Jordanian currency. Automated teller machines (ATMs) are increasing in Jordan, credit cards can be used for cash advances at banks that are linked with a credit card network.

Banking Hours

Banks in Jordan are open Sunday to Thursday, 08:30 AM - 15:00 AM. The larger banks have branches in cities and towns throughout the country.