All You need to know about driving in Yemen

Yemen is a fantastic place to visit if you enjoy the beautiful landscapes, Middle Eastern culture, old civilizations, and distinctive fauna. Sounds Good enough to take a drive across Yemen. Well lets make it perfect by carrying an International Driving License to make it all official.

Things to Remember : Driving In Yemen

• Bring your valid driver’s license, passport, and International Driving License with you (IDP).
• Drive on the right side of the road.
• Seatbelts are mandatory.
• You can use your phone without holding it in your hands. Unless you’re using a hands-free phone, put it aside.
• In Yemen, the minimum age to drive and rent an automobile is 18 years old.
• Drinking while driving is strictly prohibited in Yemen. In fact, Drinking is Yemen is forbidden for all. You should remain sober during your stay. If any irregularity is found, you could lose your IDP and might be deported as well.
• In Yemen, maximum speed limit is 100 km/h in cities.
• Travelers should keep in mind that minefields from Yemen’s civil wars are still present. Avoid getting off main roads to be safe.

Our Tips to make the most of your time:

 Drivers are advised to drive cautiously, particularly near crossings. While traffic laws are in place, they are rarely enforced and motorists do not follow them. Although Yemeni law requires right-hand driving, drivers occasionally drive on the left side of the road. So it is best to look out both ways.

Weather Extremes:

Avoid rainy season as it usually entails flooding in Yemen.