You need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a Yemeni passport

These visas exist for United Arab Emirates, but they cannot be applied for online with Yemeni nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Yemeni citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

Yes. Yemeni citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What United Arab Emirates may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Recent passport photo with white background
Hotel booking or host invitation letter
Confirmed return flight reservation
Proof of funds (bank statement recommended)
Completed visa application form

Entry requirements for Yemeni travellers

These rules apply specifically to Yemeni passport holders entering United Arab Emirates as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

May be required
Transit visa may be required
Travelers transiting through United Arab Emirates may transit without a visa if they remain in the international transit area with a confirmed onward flight within 24 hours and hold documents required for their final destination. Travelers transiting for longer than 24 hours, or who need to pass through immigration, require a visa. Travelers can apply for an Electronic transit visa online for transit. An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a transit visa for United Arab Emirates. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.
- Additional transit exemptions may apply depending on the airline a traveler is transiting with. Please contact your airline for further details.
Last checked 2026-08-10