Libya passport → Yemen

Yemen visa for citizens of Libya

Embassy / VFS

Citizens of Libya need a visa for Yemen and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Gather all documents as per the checklist.
2
Complete the visa application form
Fill out the official Yemeni visa application form online or manually.
3
Obtain invitation from Yemeni sponsor
Request a letter of invitation from a sponsor in Yemen and have it authenticated.
4
Schedule an appointment at the Yemeni embassy/consulate
Contact the nearest Yemeni diplomatic mission to book a submission appointment.
5
Pay the visa fee
Pay the non-refundable visa application fee as advised by the embassy.
6
Submit application in person
Attend the appointment and submit all original documents and copies.
7
Attend interview if required
Be prepared for a brief interview regarding purpose of travel.
8
Wait for processing
Processing time varies; check with the embassy for expected duration.
9
Collect passport with visa
Return to the embassy to collect your passport once visa is approved.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Passport must have at least two blank pages.
Completed visa application form
Form must be filled in Arabic or English.
Passport-sized photographs
Two recent color photos with white background.

Travel

Round-trip flight itinerary
Showing entry and exit from Yemen.
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
For the entire stay in Yemen.

Financial

Bank statements of last 3 months
Showing sufficient funds for the trip.

Employment

Employment letter or proof of income
To demonstrate ties to home country.

Supporting

Letter of invitation from a Yemeni sponsor
Must be authenticated by local authorities in Yemen.
Copy of sponsor's Yemeni ID or residence permit
To verify sponsor's legal status.
Travel insurance covering medical expenses
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory.
Visa fee payment receipt
Proof of payment when submitting application.

Proof of funds

Bank statements
Sponsor letter

Financial means must cover the duration of stay in Yemen.

Good to know

Yemen visa processing is highly dependent on local embassy capacity and security situation; delays are common.
Some Yemeni missions may require a police clearance certificate for Libyan nationals.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all fields and use correct information.

Lack of proper sponsorship or invitation

Ensure the invitation is authenticated and sponsor is verified.

Insufficient passport validity or blank pages

Renew passport if validity is less than 6 months or pages are full.

No show at interview or missing documents

Attend appointment on time and bring all required originals.

FAQ

Do citizens of Libya need a visa for Yemen?