Syrian stopped at Jordan Border

[karalynn1971 26]

So, I talked to my husband tonight. He is Syrian. He has to go to Jordan this month for his interview. His friend, has a tourist interview in Jordan on July 10.....well, he flew from Damascus to Amman, and was denied entry to Jordan! OMG!

I am so worried now that my husband won't be allowed in! Jordan is saying there is nothing like that happening to Syrians, but it is! My husband was going to take a bus to Jordan, but with all the roadside bombs, it is too dangerous. So he is planning on flying to Jordan.....what if he is denied at the border? What should we do? I am really nervous about this.

Any advice, or words of comfort will be appreciated!

[Sandra G. 5,047]

Well if Jordan denies his entry he has to call the US Embassy in Jordan and ask them if possible to redirect his case to the US Consulate in Beruit-Lebanon (it is only a few hours away from Damascus),if they can't redirect to Lebanon they will send the case back to USA and then he has to ask NVC to send to Beirut.

Edited July 9, 2012 by sandranj

[Cathi 5,748]

Well if Jordan denies his entry he has to call the US Embassy in Jordan and ask them if possible to redirect his case to the US Consulate in Beruit-Lebanon (it is only a few hours away from Damascus),if they can't redirect to Lebanon they will send the case back to USA and then he has to ask NVC to send to Beirut.

The OP already tried that route at the NVC stage and he had to be a resident of Lebanon in order to transfer to that consulate.

[Louza 10]

Take a deep breath. The Jordanians probably had a reason for denying your husband's friend entry into their country. Did your husband find out what they were? Is this friend Syrian or of another nationality?

The situation in Syria is terrible now & you're right it's too dangerous for him to take the bus, has he started making other travel arrangements? Booking a flight? He should start from now just to avoid any complications. Luckily he will not need to apply for a Jordanian visa & he can stay there for a period of 30 days. Good luck.

Jordanian Visa Requirements

Edited July 9, 2012 by Louza

[karalynn1971 26]

Thanks all. I am not sure why his friend was denied. And his friend is Syrian. Was hoping to hear from him today, but I didnt. I told him to make sure he has his paper with interview date, round trip airline ticket, and possibly hotel reservation. So they can see that he is not staying.

I talked to mimolicious and she gave me that great advice! Also, I did email the embassy there, and only got the automated response. No reply. I don't think they will reply. What can they say...."yes, we know you cannot enter the country, too bad for you"

Louza, thanks for the info about the visa, that is great to know!

Sandranj....I did request to have the interview at Beirut. They denied the request. In order to change embassy he needed to reside there for 6 months. Since he still lives in syria, they said no.

[karalynn1971 26]

Just an update....On Tuesday, my husband attempted to enter Jordan, and after some arguing and standing his ground....they let him in! Yay!

The journey alone....traveling from Latakia to Damascus. Waiting for the next bus in Damascus....then traveling to Jordan....I was sooooo worried! But he made it. For anyone trying to enter Jordan....here is my husbands story....

When he got to the border, it was packed with Syrians. Mostly men. NONE were allowed into Jordan. They told my husband to go back to Syria. (i omitted the cursing) After some arguing, he finally mentioned that he has american wife, and going to us embassy. The guard asked why he should believe he has american wife. My husband had our Photo Book in hand! Showed him our pics! He let him pass.

Guard #2 said go back to Syria. More arguing and standing firm....my husband told him the story and gave him the interview paper. Finally! They said he can enter! The ONLY man allowed to enter.

Now, I had drilled it into his head....be prepared! Have everything IN YOUR HANDS!!! Proof right there!

And do your research! Even Syrians entering Jordan from another country, will be denied. So be prepared...do not turn and walk away....stand up for yourself!

I wish everyone luck!

Our interview is in a few days.....so I pray he is approved without a/p....doubtful...but hopeful.

[Dr. A ♥ O 203]

Just an update....On Tuesday, my husband attempted to enter Jordan, and after some arguing and standing his ground....they let him in! Yay!

The journey alone....traveling from Latakia to Damascus. Waiting for the next bus in Damascus....then traveling to Jordan....I was sooooo worried! But he made it. For anyone trying to enter Jordan....here is my husbands story....

When he got to the border, it was packed with Syrians. Mostly men. NONE were allowed into Jordan. They told my husband to go back to Syria. (i omitted the cursing) After some arguing, he finally mentioned that he has american wife, and going to us embassy. The guard asked why he should believe he has american wife. My husband had our Photo Book in hand! Showed him our pics! He let him pass.

Guard #2 said go back to Syria. More arguing and standing firm....my husband told him the story and gave him the interview paper. Finally! They said he can enter! The ONLY man allowed to enter.

Now, I had drilled it into his head....be prepared! Have everything IN YOUR HANDS!!! Proof right there!

And do your research! Even Syrians entering Jordan from another country, will be denied. So be prepared...do not turn and walk away....stand up for yourself!

I wish everyone luck!

Our interview is in a few days.....so I pray he is approved without a/p....doubtful...but hopeful.

I am so glad to hear he made it though this hurdle and thank you for keeping us updated on your situation. I send you both my best wishes for his interview.

[Louza 10]

Just an update....On Tuesday, my husband attempted to enter Jordan, and after some arguing and standing his ground....they let him in! Yay!

The journey alone....traveling from Latakia to Damascus. Waiting for the next bus in Damascus....then traveling to Jordan....I was sooooo worried! But he made it. For anyone trying to enter Jordan....here is my husbands story....

When he got to the border, it was packed with Syrians. Mostly men. NONE were allowed into Jordan. They told my husband to go back to Syria. (i omitted the cursing) After some arguing, he finally mentioned that he has american wife, and going to us embassy. The guard asked why he should believe he has american wife. My husband had our Photo Book in hand! Showed him our pics! He let him pass.

Guard #2 said go back to Syria. More arguing and standing firm....my husband told him the story and gave him the interview paper. Finally! They said he can enter! The ONLY man allowed to enter.

Now, I had drilled it into his head....be prepared! Have everything IN YOUR HANDS!!! Proof right there!

And do your research! Even Syrians entering Jordan from another country, will be denied. So be prepared...do not turn and walk away....stand up for yourself!

I wish everyone luck!

Our interview is in a few days.....so I pray he is approved without a/p....doubtful...but hopeful.

That's wonderful news! Happy to hear he crossed the border. The situation in Syria is frightening right now. Wishing him the best of luck on the interview!

Edited July 20, 2012 by Louza

[karalynn1971 26]

thanks all! His interview was perfect! He is approved, no a/p!!!!

[karalynn1971 26]

thanks all! His interview was perfect! He is approved, no a/p!!!!

[Dr. A ♥ O 203]

No AP! Mashalla! Marbrook!

That is amazing! I hope he doesn't waste any time and gets over here quick! It appears the "chit" is hitting the fan over there and it's going down. Something big is going on for sure!!!

[Louza 10]

Congratulations Karalynn!

[karalynn1971 26]

thanks everyone! And yes, as soon as he gets visa, he is booking flight the next day. At least he can stay in Jordan.....and I'm not worried about his safety there! Good luck to all of you!!!

[Sarah B 26]

Congratulations!!

[Dr. A ♥ O 203]

I see he's arrived recently. Wow it only took 6 days to get the visa in hand, big congratulations!

We're getting reports this morning that the Syrian Prime Minister and three other ministers along with their families have defected to Jordan.