Students from some countries can get entry visas valid for three months (for example Britain and EU countries), and others for only one month (for example USA and Australia), from the Yemeni embassies based in their countries or from Sana'a airport authorities, depending on the bilateral agreements already in place.

Students that desire to study longer than the one or three month period will need to have a student visa. A tourist visa cannot be transferred to a student visa after arrival, although a tourist visa can be used for study in Yemen for the period specified on it.  If a student arrives with a tourist visa they would need to exit and reenter the country to extend their stay.
 

Students holding a student visa, who want to extend their stay for amonth will need to get their visas renewed by paying a US$20 renewal fee, bringing 4 (4cm x 6 cm) photos with a white background, and a copy of a recent blood test.

Those wanting to renew their residence visas for more than three months must obtain the approval of their country embassies in Sana'a.

Authorities will impose fines on students not renewing their residence visas on time. Under Yemeni law, foreign students can not start businesses of their own.

Students wanting to stay longer than three months should email us to get more information before their arrival, and to obtain a letter of acceptance.  Please be aware that a letter of acceptance is required to obtain a student visa.  Once they join YIAL, students should check the status of their visas with the office manager.

 

Visa Fees include:

- Extension fees for a month = US$20 (applies only to student visas)
- Blood test fees = US$30
- Exit visa = US$8
- Re-entry visa = US$20
- Extension visa for a year = US$60 (applies only to student visas)

Addresses of Yemeni Embassies & Consulates


 

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