Yemen Visa Requirements
For ๐ฆ๐บ Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Rabies, Cholera, Polio
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Yemen has been in civil war since 2014, creating one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Armed conflict, airstrikes, terrorism, kidnapping, and lack of services make it extremely dangerous. All travel is strongly advised against. Most embassies have evacuated. Socotra Island may have slightly different conditions but is still risky.
Money & Costs
Currency
๏ทผ Yemeni Rial (YER)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $30 ยท Mid: $70 ยท Luxury: $150+
Tipping
Not applicable as tourism does not exist.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, D, G, 230V 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
No reliable emergency services.
Getting There
Main Airports
Aden (ADE) ยท Sana'a (SAH)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
October to April would have the most pleasant weather. However, Yemen's civil war makes all travel extremely dangerous regardless of season.
Cultural Notes
Yemen has remarkable cultural heritage including the ancient mud-brick towers of Shibam ("Manhattan of the Desert"), the old city of Sana'a, and Socotra's unique biodiversity. Yemeni culture values hospitality, poetry, and traditional architecture. The qat chewing ceremony is a social tradition. The war has devastated communities.
Insider Tips
Arabic is the official language. The Yemeni Rial has collapsed. Normal tourism does not exist. Yemen has extraordinary historical and natural attractions that are currently inaccessible. Any travel requires extensive security arrangements.