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title: Yemen visa for citizens of Venezuela
description: Citizens of Venezuela need a visa for Yemen and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Yemen visa for citizens of Venezuela

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

*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:** Embassy / VFS
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Contact the Embassy of Yemen** — Schedule an appointment at the Yemeni embassy in Caracas or nearest embassy covering Venezuela.
2. **Obtain an invitation letter** — Secure a notarized invitation letter from a Yemeni sponsor or company, approved by local authorities.
3. **Prepare required documents** — Assemble passport, photos, flight/hotel bookings, bank statements, employment letter, insurance, vaccination, and police certificate.
4. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the visa application form accurately and sign it.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee as advised by the embassy (cash or bank transfer).
6. **Attend embassy interview** — Visit the embassy on the scheduled date for submission and interview with a consular officer.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; inquire at embassy for estimated duration.
8. **Collect visa and passport** — Return to embassy to pick up passport with visa affixed, or arrange courier if offered.
9. **Verify visa details** — Check visa validity, entry type, and max stay before travel.
10. **Travel to Yemen** — Carry all documents, invitation letter, and insurance for entry inspection.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages** (Travel)
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Available from embassy or online
- **Passport-sized photographs (2, white background)** (Supporting): Size 4x6 cm
- **Invitation letter from Yemeni sponsor or company** (Supporting): Must be notarized and approved by Yemeni authorities
- **Travel itinerary (round-trip flight booking)** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): For tourism purposes
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): Includes salary and leave approval
- **Travel health insurance valid for Yemen** (Supporting): Covering medical and repatriation
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from an endemic area
- **Copy of criminal record check** (Supporting): Recent, from Venezuela authorities
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Payable at embassy in cash or bank transfer

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay
- Bank statements

Embassy may request proof of sufficient funds; recommended $1000 or more for short stay.

## Good to know

- Yemen is under travel advisories due to conflict; check current security situation before planning travel.
- Visas to Yemen are rarely issued for tourism; a business or sponsor invitation is almost mandatory.
- The embassy may require additional documents on a case-by-case basis.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all required documents and ensure they are complete and valid.
- **Lack of sponsor or invitation letter** — Secure a properly notarized invitation from a Yemeni entity.
- **Insufficient funds or unclear travel purpose** — Provide clear financial proof and a detailed travel itinerary.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Submit a clean police certificate and avoid any history of conflict with Yemen.
- **Application submitted too close to travel date** — Apply well in advance (at least 4–6 weeks before planned trip).

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Venezuela need a visa for Yemen?

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

### How long can citizens of Venezuela stay in Yemen?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Venezuela need for Yemen?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2, white background); Invitation letter from Yemeni sponsor or company; Travel itinerary (round-trip flight booking); Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; and 6 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [Yemen visa for every passport](/visa/yemen)
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