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Visitor & short-stay visas

Yemeni Visa on Arrival and Visa-Free Entry

Entry arrangements that let certain nationalities enter Yemen without a pre-issued visa, either on arrival or visa-free.

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Reports cite 12 visa-free nationalities (90 days within 180) and 9 visa-on-arrival nationalities, but the specific country lists and stay periods are not confirmable from the official portal and are unverified.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Yemen government website before you apply.
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Route type
Visa-free entry / visa on arrival (nationality-dependent)
Issuing authority
Immigration, Passports and Nationality Authority (IPNA)
How to check
Nationality search on the official e-Visa portal
Where to apply
At the Yemeni port of entry (no pre-issued visa) for eligible nationalities
Availability depends on your nationality and current entry conditions; confirm before travelling.
Maximum stay
Short stays only; the permitted period is set by IPNA and varies by nationality
Specific day limits are not confirmable from the official portal — see review note.

Who it is for

  • Nationals of countries with a visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement with Yemen
  • Short-stay visitors whose nationality qualifies

What you can do

  • Enter for short visits without a pre-issued visa where eligible
  • Applies to the authorised short-stay period only

How to check eligibility

  • Use the 'Search your nationality' tool on the official IPNA portal
  • Confirm current entry conditions before travelling

Requirements

  • Your nationality must appear on Yemen's visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement — check this first using the 'Search your nationality' tool on the official IPNA e-Visa portal
  • Hold a passport that is valid for the period required for entry to Yemen
  • Be able to show the purpose of your visit and evidence of onward or return travel
  • Entry remains subject to inspection and approval by IPNA officers at the port of entry
  • Because entry rules and the security situation change frequently, confirm current conditions on the official portal before travelling rather than relying on visa-on-arrival availability

Documents you may need

  • Passport valid for entry to Yemen, with blank pages
  • Confirmed onward or return travel ticket
  • Evidence of the purpose of your visit and where you will stay
  • Any health documentation required for entry at the time of travel
  • Supporting documents appropriate to your reason for visiting

Frequently asked questions

  • Use the 'Search your nationality' tool on the official IPNA e-Visa portal (yemenevisa.org). It returns whether your nationality qualifies for visa-free entry, visa on arrival, or must apply for an e-Visa in advance. Confirm current conditions immediately before travelling.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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