Yemen Visa Requirements for Canadian citizens in 2025

Last Updated: July 4, 2025, 2:26 p.m.

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Yemen

1) E-Visa

Canadian passport holders planning a visit to Yemen for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

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Further Notes

  • The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Yemen (including the island of Socotra)due to the ongoing armed conflict, terrorist attacks and kidnapping.
  • Canadians of Yemeni origins with a Yemeni identification document or a proof of Yemeni origins do not need a visa.

Reference Links

https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/yemen
https://yemenevisa.org/visas

General Information about Yemen

  • Name (Common): Yemen
  • Name (Official): Republic of Yemen
  • Population: 29825968
  • Area: 527968
  • Capital: Sana'a
  • Currency: Yemeni rial
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +9
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Western Asia

Travel Advisory for Yemen

Advisory Message: Yemen has a current risk level of 5 (out of 5). We advise: It is not safe to travel Yemen.
Score: 5.0
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/yemen
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Canadian citizens can travel to Yemen, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Yemen with E-Visa is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Yemen can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Yemen in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.