Yemen visas
Whether you need a visa for Yemen depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip, with most foreign nationals now applying through Yemen's electronic visa system launched in 2025. Entry, residence and nationality matters are administered by the Immigration, Passports and Nationality Authority (IPNA) under the Ministry of Interior. Always confirm the current rules on the official portal before travelling, as Yemen's security situation and consular services change frequently.
Yemeni visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Yemen — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Yemen to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Yemen — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Yemen.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Yemen as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Yemen long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Yemeni visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Yemen — key facts
- Visa authority
- Immigration, Passports and Nationality Authority (IPNA), Ministry of Interior
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Yemeni Rial (YER)
- Time zone
- Arabia Standard Time (AST, UTC+3) — Asia/Aden
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.