Here you will find important tips and useful information for Yemen.
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Jemen rial YER
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Travelers are advised to bring cash in US dollar (in small amounts).
+ 2 h / + 1 h during our summer time
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English
Sanaa (Sana'a)
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220/230 volt / adapter required
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 1 month.
Passports with Israeli visa (entry stamp) may cause considerable difficulty or denied entry.
Exit permit required for stays of more than 4 weeks (to request at least 7 days before departure; available at the immigration authorities).
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Sana'a, 60-M Street, Amran Road
Tel. +967 1 330 080
Banks
8.30 - 12.00 h (Sat - Wed)
8.00 - 11.30 h (Thu)
Stores
8.00 - 13.00 h and 16.00 - 21.00 h (Sun - Thu)
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
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