Currency

The currency of Jordan is Jordanian Dinar (JD). One JD is 1000 Fils. Coins and paper denominations are both used. The Coin denominations are: 5 fils, 10 fils, 25 fils, 50 fils, 100 fils, 250 fils and 500 fils. The Paper denominations are: JD 1/2, JD 1, JD 5, JD 10, JD 20, JD 50. The daily exchange rate is published in the local newspapers ( at current Exchange Rate 1 JD approximately equals 1.4 US Dollars). Money can be exchanged not only at banks, but also at hotels and currency exchange offices. Credit cards and Travelers Checks are accepted at most hotels, car rental companies, shops and restaurants. Major cards accepted are : Master Card, Visa, Eurocard, American Express and Diners Club.