Careem
The Gulf's homegrown super app - book rides, order food, and pay bills, all from one app used across the region.
What it helps with
- A ride in AmmanUpfront price.
- Ride from Queen Alia airportFixed fares.
- Paying by cardIn the app.
About Careem in Jordan
Founded in Dubai in 2012 and now part of Uber, Careem remains one of the most recognized ride-hailing and everyday-services super apps in Jordan and the wider Gulf, going well beyond taxis into food delivery, grocery delivery, and digital payments.
Key Features
- Ride-Hailing: Book a private car, budget ride, or larger vehicle with upfront fare estimates.
- Careem Food & Now: Order from restaurants and local shops for delivery to your door.
- Careem Pay: A built-in digital wallet for paying for rides, food, and select bills within the app.
- Scheduled & Airport Rides: Pre-book a ride ahead of time or arrange airport pickup and drop-off.
How to Get Started
- Download the Careem app and register with a phone number and email.
- Enter your pickup location and destination, or browse restaurants near you.
- Choose your ride type or add items to your food cart, and confirm.
- Pay by card, cash, or Careem Pay balance, and rate your trip when done.
Before you use it
- Payment: Cash and cards are accepted; keep small notes for cash rides.
- Good to know: Ride apps are licensed in Jordan and are often cheaper than yellow taxis for airport trips.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Careem work with a foreign bank card in Jordan?
- Yes - Careem accepts foreign-issued cards in Jordan.
- Is Careem available in English?
- Yes, Careem has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Careem?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Careem.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Careem?
- No, Careem doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Careem?
- iOS · Android
- How much does Careem cost?
- Upfront fare by distance and time
Phrases for the driverArabic
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- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) من فضلك، خذني إلى هذا العنوان. min faḍlak, khudhnī ilā hādhā al-ʿunwān
- How much will it cost? كم الأجرة؟ kam al-ujra?
- Please turn on the meter من فضلك شغّل العداد. min faḍlak shaghghil al-ʿaddād
- Can I pay by card? هل يمكنني الدفع بالبطاقة؟ hal yumkinunī ad-dafʿ bil-biṭāqa?
- Stop here, please توقف هنا من فضلك. tawaqqaf hunā min faḍlak
- Thank you شكرًا. shukran