Health and Safety in Jordan

MISTI is committed to ensuring a safe and secure experience for all of our students abroad.

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ISOS Coverage

ISOS provides international medical, security, emotional and travel assistance for all MIT students abroad.

Health Insurance

 Emergency health insurance is provided to all MISTI students.

Before You Leave

 A pre-departure checklist.

After Arriving

 Post-landing to-do.

Managing Personal Security

Basic principles of security.

Personal Medical Emergencies

Contact ISOS for a list of vetted hospitals and clinics.

National and Local Emergencies

Important information on communicating in and dealing with a national or local emergency situation.

Online Dating

Be cautious when considering online dating applications abroad.

Lost or Stolen Passport

Keep calm and (try to) carry on.

Emergency Contact Information

A list of contacts to keep on hand while in Jordan.

Staying Safe in Social Situations

Above all, practice good judgement.

Emotional Support

How to receive emotional support while in Jordan.

Evacuation Procedures

What to do when you need to evacuate.

Side Trips

A side trip is a trip that you take to another country (or another city/region within your MISTI country) either before, during or after your MISTI experience.

MISTI Student Guidelines Handbook

Please read the student guidelines and CHUBB insurance policy carefully!

LGBTQ Students

Amman is a forward-thinking city, but remain cautious in religious or conservative areas of the city and in other locations in Jordan.

Sexual Harrassment and Assault

You are not alone.