Old City of Sana'a
UNESCO World Heritage site known for unique architecture.
~2 h Free entry
Entry Requirements
Visa Overview
Visa Required For Most Travelers, Apply In Advance.
Passport Validity
6 Months
Digital Forms
Visa application form
Cash Declaration Limit
$10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits
Limited Personal Use Allowed.
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Low
Travel Advisory
Advises against all travel
Pickpocketing Risk
Medium
Night Safety
Unsafe
Common Scams
- Taxi scams
- Fake guides
Health & Medical
Emergency Number
199
Response Speed
Slow
English-Speaking Doctors
Rare
Pharmacy
Limited Hours
Upfront Payment
Required
Getting Around
Public Transport
Poor
Navigation Apps
Google Maps
Night Transport Safety
Unsafe
Money & Payments
Cash vs Card
Cash Essential
ATM Availability
Low
Tipping
Tipping Is Expected In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30
Tourist: $70
Family: $200
Culture & Etiquette
Dress Code
Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection
Frowned Upon.
Alcohol/Drug Policy
Strictly Regulated.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion
Essential Phrases
Basics & Politeness
Hello
مرحبا
Marhaban
Goodbye
وداعا
Wada'an
Please
من فضلك
Min fadlik
Thank you
شكرا
Shukran
Sorry
آسف
Aasif
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
هل تتحدث الإنجليزية؟
Hal tatahadath al-ingliziyya?
I don’t understand
لا أفهم
La afham
Can you speak slowly, please?
هل يمكنك التحدث ببطء، من فضلك؟
Hal yumkinuka al-tahadduth bibut' min fadlik?
Can you help me, please?
هل يمكنك مساعدتي، من فضلك؟
Hal yumkinuka musaadati min fadlik?
What does this mean?
ماذا يعني هذا؟
Mada ya'ni hatha?
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