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title: Yemen visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
description: "Citizens of Saudi Arabia can get a visa on arrival in Yemen. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Yemen visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia

Citizens of Saudi Arabia can get a visa on arrival in Yemen.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a Yemeni port of entry (airport, land border, or seaport)** — Present at designated immigration checkpoint.
2. **Complete arrival formalities** — Fill out any required arrival card and provide passport.
3. **Pay visa fee and receive visa on arrival** — The visa is issued and stamped into the passport at the border.
4. **Proceed to immigration clearance** — Present the visa stamp and passport to the immigration officer for entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Completed Arrival Card** (Supporting): Usually provided upon arrival or on the plane.
- **Passport-size Photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested in some border offices.

## Good to know

- The Government of Saudi Arabia advises all citizens not to travel to Yemen due to safety concerns.
- Travel to Yemen carries extreme risk; please verify current security conditions.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of entry.
- **Travelling alone (Saudi citizens may face additional scrutiny)** — Group travel of 10 or more may be eligible for e-Visa instead; consider the e-Visa option.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Saudi Arabia need a visa for Yemen?

Citizens of Saudi Arabia can get a visa on arrival in Yemen. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

### How long can citizens of Saudi Arabia stay in Yemen?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Saudi Arabia need for Yemen?

Valid Passport; Completed Arrival Card; Passport-size Photograph.

### How long must my passport be valid for Yemen?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Yemen visa for every passport](/visa/yemen)
- [Every destination for Saudi Arabia passport holders](/visa/passport/saudi-arabia)