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Yemen travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Yemen with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Yemen.
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Yemen travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Yemen with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Yemen - quick facts | |
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Time difference | UK +3 hours |
Language(s) | Arabic, English |
Currency | Yemeni Rial |
Electricity | A + D + G plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
Visa✝ | Yes |
✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Yemen weather
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The Yemen weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Sana.
Yemen travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Yemen from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Yemen - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Yemen - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Yemen - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Yemen - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Yemen - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Yemen - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Yemen.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Yemen travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Yemen with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Yemen - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Yemen - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Yemen - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Yemen, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Yemen covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Yemen with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Coronavirus timeline in Yemen - Our World in Data
Yemen travel features
Do you want to learn more about Yemen? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Yemen.
We don't currently have any travel features on Yemen. Discover more about holiday destinations around the world with this selection of general travel articles.
Yemen FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Yemen including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Yemen due to Covid-19?
Yemen is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Yemen.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Yemen?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Yemen. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Yemen and the UK?
The time difference between Yemen and the UK is UK time+3 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Yemen?
The main languages spoken in Yemen are Arabic and English.
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What is the currency in Yemen?
The currency in Yemen is the Yemeni Rial (YER).
Which plugs are used in Yemen?
Yemen uses electrical plug type A + D + G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Yemen?
They drive on the right side of the road in Yemen.
Find out more about driving in Yemen with International Drivers Association*.
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Do you need a visa for Yemen?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Yemen.
Check Yemen visa requirements for all passport holders with VisaHQ*.
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