Jordan's Tourism Revenues Rise 21.5% in September to $794.3 Million
Jordan's tourism revenues rose 21.5% in September to $794.3 million, reaching $6.3 billion in the first nine months, a 4.9% increase.
Data from the Central Bank of Jordan, reported by Roya News, showed that tourism revenues reached $794.3 million in September 2026, a 21.5% increase compared to the same month last year.
Tourism revenues in the first nine months of the year reached $6.3 billion, up 4.9% compared to the same period in 2025.
Revenues from Arab visitors recorded an 18.8% increase, while revenues from Asian visitors rose by 12.3%, reflecting strong growth in regional and Asian markets.
Tourism expert and investor Osama Abu Taleb said that improving tourism indicators requires continuing promotional efforts and diversifying markets, with a focus on restoring momentum in European and American markets while maintaining Arab and Asian markets, which supports inbound tourism and helps restore activity at sites that depend heavily on foreign tourism, most notably Petra and Wadi Rum.
What do these terms mean?
Tourism revenue: The amounts spent by foreign visitors inside the country on accommodation, food, transportation, and activities.
Tourism source markets: The countries or regions from which visitors come to a specific country.
Central Bank: The institution responsible for monetary policy and collecting foreign payments data in the country.
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