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JOAMM Amman Port
Amman Port is the seaport of Amman, in the city of Ammanin Jordan. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is JOAMM.

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Port Code

JOAMM

Name

Amman

Country / Region

Jordan

City

Amman

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Latitude

31.9458000

Longitude

35.9274000

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Port Overview

Amman Port (UN/LOCODE: JOAMM) is an inland dry port serving Jordan’s capital and its surrounding commercial area. Located in Amman on the East Bank Plateau at approximately 31.9458° N, 35.9274° E, it functions as a land-based logistics interface rather than a seaport. Cargo flows normally depend on road transport and on the maritime gateway at Aqaba, Jordan’s principal seaport. The port is connected by road with Aqaba, Jerusalem and As-Salt, while Queen Alia International Airport is approximately 40 km south according to the supplied port record. Our service team treats JOAMM as an inland destination or clearance point and confirms the actual terminal, customs and delivery arrangements before booking.

UN/LOCODE	JOAMM
Port type	Dry port / inland logistics location
City and country	Amman, Jordan
Primary maritime interface	Aqaba by road, subject to carrier routing and inland arrangements
Coordinates in supplied data	31.9458000, 35.9274000

Key Highlights

Inland destination: JOAMM should not be handled as a vessel-loading seaport; ocean cargo normally requires an Aqaba-to-Amman inland leg.
Road-dependent distribution: The final movement is primarily coordinated by truck, making equipment availability, road restrictions and delivery appointments important.
Capital-region gateway: The location supports cargo destined for Amman and nearby inland markets, including general commercial and industrial distribution.
Multimodal planning: Ocean freight via Aqaba, road freight to Amman and airfreight through Queen Alia International Airport may be assessed according to cargo urgency and regulatory requirements.
Terminal confirmation required: The exact dry-port facility, customs status, storage terms and cargo handover point should be verified for every shipment.

Facilities & Services

Because JOAMM is an inland port record, service availability can vary by the appointed terminal, customs regime and carrier contract. Our service team confirms the operating party and cargo-handling scope before issuing final instructions.

Container receiving and release: FCL cargo can be arranged for inland delivery or collection, subject to the nominated terminal’s acceptance rules and equipment availability.
Customs interface: Documentation and customs processing are coordinated with the appointed broker or terminal; the cargo’s customs status must be clear before release planning.
Truck drayage: The principal connection with Aqaba and the Amman distribution area is by road. Truck type, chassis compatibility and delivery access should be confirmed in advance.
Storage and handling: Temporary storage, container demurrage, bonded handling and stripping or stuffing services depend on the selected facility and written quotation.
Inspection support: If customs or another authority selects the shipment for examination, the terminal location, attendance requirement and possible handling costs must be reconfirmed.

Routes & Transit Times

Ocean route: International sea cargo is commonly routed through the Aqaba gateway, followed by inland trucking to Amman. The ocean carrier’s service design and transshipment pattern determine the maritime portion.
Regional road connection: Road links connect Amman with Aqaba and other regional destinations, but border procedures, security controls, vehicle permits and road conditions can affect the inland schedule.
Airfreight option: Time-sensitive shipments may be assessed through Queen Alia International Airport, approximately 40 km south of the port location in the supplied data; airport acceptance and customs arrangements must be checked separately.
Transit-time qualification: We do not promise a fixed transit time for JOAMM. The final schedule depends on vessel connection, Aqaba discharge and release, customs inspection, truck allocation, delivery slot and consignee readiness.

Planning rule: Our service team quotes the maritime leg, Aqaba handling, inland haulage and destination clearance as linked but separately controllable stages wherever possible.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Amman and the surrounding central Jordan commercial area are the principal destination market represented by JOAMM.
Typical cargo profile: General merchandise, consumer goods, machinery, industrial inputs, project components and containerized imports may be handled, subject to Jordanian import controls.
Distribution pattern: Cargo may move from Aqaba to an Amman facility for customs processing, storage, deconsolidation or final delivery. The selected routing should match whether the shipment is FCL, LCL, bonded or customs-cleared.
Special cargo: Food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, batteries, oversized units and temperature-sensitive goods require commodity-specific approvals, packaging and handling confirmation before dispatch.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: A dry-port receiving cut-off is not the same as the ocean terminal’s closing time at Aqaba. Our team confirms both the carrier’s document or cargo cut-off and the inland facility’s receiving appointment before cargo dispatch.
Accurate documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, consignee details, HS classification and any required permits must be consistent. Country-specific import requirements should be checked with the appointed Jordan customs broker.
Dangerous goods: The shipper must provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, safety information and container marks where applicable. Acceptance by the ocean carrier, Aqaba facility and inland terminal must be obtained before delivery.
Inspection and delivery: Customs examination, document queries or cargo holds can delay release. Do not dispatch a truck or arrange final delivery until the release status, terminal location, charges and consignee appointment are confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Quote the full chain: Ask our service team to price the complete movement from origin to the JOAMM delivery point, including Aqaba handling, inland haulage, customs services, storage and possible inspection-related handling.
Confirm the handover point: Provide the consignee’s full address, unloading conditions, delivery hours and truck-access limitations. This reduces failed delivery attempts and waiting exposure.
Prepare cargo data early: Send the final invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, container details and commodity description before booking confirmation, especially for regulated or non-standard cargo.
Keep an alternative ready: For urgent or high-value shipments, compare sea freight via Aqaba with airfreight through Queen Alia International Airport after checking capacity, customs treatment and cargo acceptance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is JOAMM a seaport?

No. The supplied port record identifies AMMAN (JOAMM) as a dry port in Jordan. Ocean cargo normally enters through Aqaba and then moves inland by road, unless an alternative routing is specifically arranged.

Can our bill of lading show JOAMM as the final destination?

It may be possible under a carrier’s inland service or multimodal arrangement, but this is carrier- and contract-dependent. Our team confirms the accepted place of delivery, place of receipt and customs handover before documentation is issued.

How long does Aqaba-to-Amman delivery take?

We do not provide a universal fixed time. The schedule depends on Aqaba release, customs processing, truck availability, road conditions, inspection and the consignee’s delivery appointment. A shipment-specific estimate is supplied after the routing is confirmed.

What information is needed for dangerous goods?

Provide the complete dangerous-goods declaration data, including UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package type and applicable safety documents. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before loading or inland delivery.

Can the shipment be cleared in Amman?

Clearance arrangements depend on the appointed inland facility, customs status, commodity and broker authorization. Our service team checks whether the proposed terminal supports the required customs process before cargo is moved.

Data Sources & Provenance

The hard identifiers in this module—UN/LOCODE JOAMM, port name, country, city, dry-port classification, coordinates, road connections and the approximate distance to Queen Alia International Airport—are based on the supplied JOAMM port master data. Operational guidance is presented as qualified freight-forwarding practice and must be confirmed against the shipment-specific terminal, carrier, customs broker and government requirements.

Jordan government reference	jordan.gov.jo
Jordan customs reference	customs.gov.jo
Verification boundary	Terminal acceptance, customs procedures, cut-offs, charges, storage rules, road access, dangerous-goods approval and transit times are time-sensitive and must be confirmed before booking or dispatch.