Yemen Tourist Visa for Egyptians
| Entry | Pre-approval |
|---|---|
| Visa type | Tourist/Visit Visa to Yemen (currently suspended according to an official Yemeni embassy; requires an invitation and prior approval from the Yemeni authorities) |
| Processing time | About one week according to another Yemeni embassy page (the Netherlands); not confirmed for the Cairo embassy |
| Length of stay | Not confirmed; secondary sources mention 30 days |
| Validity | Not confirmed; secondary sources mention 30 days from the date of issue, and two months may rarely be granted |
| Service price | EGP 3,800 |
| Last reviewed | 2026-10-12 |
Documents required
- Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months
- Official invitation from the Directorate of Immigration, Passports and Nationality of the Yemeni Ministry of Interior, or an invitation from a host entity addressed to the Consular Department of the Yemeni Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Completed visa application form
- Request addressed to the embassy explaining the reason for the visit and the place of stay
- Two recent colored passport photos with white background, 4×6 size
- Health certificate confirming the applicant is free of infectious diseases
- For minors under 18: written consent from both father and mother, signed and notarized by a notary public
- Proof of residence in Egypt and a travel ticket (not confirmed, usually requested)
How to apply from Egypt
- Contact the Embassy of the Republic of Yemen in Cairo (Dokki, Amin al-Rafei Street; phone 0237614224 according to unofficial sources) to confirm in writing that tourist visas for Egyptians are currently available
- Obtain an invitation/prior approval from the Yemeni Immigration and Passports Authority or from a host entity in Yemen
- Check the Yemeni e-visa portal (yemenevisa.org) to see whether the Egyptian passport is eligible and to check the fees
- If approved, submit the paper file to the embassy in Cairo with the required documents
- Avoid relying on promises from external companies selling unofficial visas (especially for Socotra)
FAQ
Do Egyptians need a visa for Yemen?Yes — Pre-approval.How long does the Yemen Tourist Visa take?About one week according to another Yemeni embassy page (the Netherlands); not confirmed for the Cairo embassyHow much is the Yemen Tourist Visa?Our service starts from EGP 3,800.What documents do I need for the Yemen Tourist Visa?Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months; Official invitation from the Directorate of Immigration, Passports and Nationality of the Yemeni Ministry of Interior, or an invitation from a host entity addressed to the Consular Department of the Yemeni Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Completed visa application form; Request addressed to the embassy explaining the reason for the visit and the place of stay; Two recent colored passport photos with white background, 4×6 size; Health certificate confirming the applicant is free of infectious diseases; For minors under 18: written consent from both father and mother, signed and notarized by a notary public; Proof of residence in Egypt and a travel ticket (not confirmed, usually requested).Where can I apply for the Yemen Tourist Visa in Egypt?Online on the Panama Jack website or at our office, 51 Ahmed Orabi St, Mohandessin, Giza — we prepare the file and follow it up until the visa is issued.
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