Middle East and North Africa

Yemen
Still current at: 27 November 2009 Updated: 17 November 2009

This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Summary and the Kidnap, Local Travel and Studying in Yemen section. The overall level of the advice has not changed.

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Travel advice for this country

Local laws and customs

Local laws reflect the fact that Yemen is an Islamic country. You should respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions at all times and be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend other cultures or religious beliefs, especially during the holy month of Ramadan or if you intend to visit religious areas. For more general information see Travelling During Ramadan (August/September 2008).

You should dress modestly and you should not consume alcohol in public.

Care should be exercised using cameras anywhere near military or religious sites, or taking pictures of people without their consent.

For more general advice for different types of travellers see Your Trip.