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Yemen - Consular Information Sheet
July 29, 1994
Country Description: Yemen is a republic governed by a presidential
council, prime minister and cabinet, and a constitutional parliament.
Islamic ideals and beliefs provide the conservative foundation of the
country's customs, laws and practices. Yemen is a developing country, and
modern tourist facilities, except in the major cities, are not widely
available.
Entry Requirements: Passports and visas are required. Entry to Yemen may
be denied to persons with passports showing Israeli visas or entry/exit
stamps. A yellow fever vaccination is recommended. Chloroquine-resistant
malaria suppressants are recommended for travel to areas outside the city of
Sanaa. For more details, the traveler can contact the Embassy of the
Republic of Yemen, Suite 705, 2600 Virginia Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.
20037, telephone (202) 965-4760; or the Yemen Mission to the U.N., 866
United Nations Plaza, Room 435, New York, N.Y. 10017, telephone (212) 355-
1730.
Areas of Instability: Conditions in the six southern provinces, including
the area in and around the port city of Aden, remain unsettled due to the
recent end of Yemen's civil war. Utilities and other public services remain
disrupted in that area, increasing the risk of diseases such as cholera.
Ordnance such as mines, left over from the war, may pose a hazard to
travelers.
Travel within Yemen, particularly to the tribal areas north and east of
Sanaa, can be dangerous. Disputes between different tribal groups and
between tribal groups and the government have sometimes led to violent
incidents. These disputes have sometimes led to the kidnapping of
westerners, including Americans. The situation is now exacerbated by the
political involvement of rival groups. Yemeni security officials advise
against casual travel to rural areas. If travel to these areas is
necessary, the risk to personal security may be reduced if such travel is
undertaken by air or with an armed escort.
Armed hijackings of vehicles, accompanied in some instances by violence,
occur in many parts of the country, including the capital. Urban violence
is a growing problem. Foreign embassies and Yemeni government buildings
have been the targets of bombs and rockets planted or fired by unknown
individuals or groups. These disturbances and violent incidents present a
danger to U.S. citizens in Yemen.
Medical Facilities: Basic medical care and medicines are available in the
principal cities of Yemen, but not necessarily in outlying areas. The
altitude of Sanaa (7200 feet) and lack of adequate medical facilities can
cause problems for some visitors. Doctors and hospitals often expect
immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not
always valid outside the United States. Supplemental medical insurance with
specific overseas coverage has proven useful. The international travelers
hotline at the Center for Disease Control, telephone (404) 332-4559 has
additional useful health information.
Information on Crime: The most serious crime problem affecting travelers to
Yemen is the armed, at times violent, hijacking of vehicles. Travelers
occasionally have been victims of petty street crime. The loss or theft of
a U.S. passport abroad should be reported immediately to local police and
the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Useful information on safeguarding
valuables, protecting personal security, and other matters while traveling
abroad is provided in the Department of State pamphlets, "A Safe Trip
Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers to the Middle East and North Africa." They
are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: Travelers are subject to the laws of the country in which
they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in illegal
drugs are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines.
Dual Nationality: The government of Yemen may not recognize the U.S.
citizenship of persons who are citizens of both Yemen and the United States.
This may hinder the ability of U.S. consular officials to assist persons
who do not enter Yemen on a U.S. passport. Dual nationals may also be
subject to national obligations, such as taxes or military service.
Travelers can contact an embassy or consulate of Yemen for further
information on possible dual nationality.
Photography Restrictions: Specific permission is required for the use of
video cameras. Photography of military installations, equipment, or troops
is forbidden, and in the past has led to the arrest of U.S. citizens. Such
sites are not always obvious; if in doubt, it is useful to ask specific
permission.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy can obtain
updated information on travel and security within Yemen.
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy in Sanaa, Yemen is located at Dhahr
Himyar Zone, Sheraton Hotel District, P.O. Box 22347. The telephone number
is (967-1) 238-843 through 852. The workweek in Yemen is Saturday through
Wednesday.
No. 94-144
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated July 1, 1994, to remove
the travel warning and add a section on areas of instability.