Jordan has officially announced that its citizens may now travel to Syria by land without needing prior government approval, unless specific security concerns apply. The decision, which takes effect immediately, was confirmed in a statement signed by Interior Minister Mazen Al-Faraya and has been widely circulated by local media.
The move aligns with existing procedures at other border crossings and reflects a gradual warming of relations between the two neighboring countries. Jordan and Syria are linked by two main land crossings: the Nasib-Jaber crossing, currently operational, and the Old Customs-Ramtha crossing, which remains closed due to damage from Syria’s civil conflict.
This policy shift follows a recent visit by Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to Damascus. During the visit, both countries agreed to form a “Higher Coordination Council” to boost bilateral cooperation.
The decision also comes amid significant political changes in Syria. On December 8, 2024, opposition forces took control of the country, ending 61 years of Baath Party rule and the Assad family’s 53-year grip on power.
