Yemen - Level 4: Do Not Travel

in Yemen due to risk of terrorism, unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping, and landmines. Do not travel to Yemen for any reason, including the island of Socotra. The U.S. Embassy in Sana’a suspended its operations in February 2015. The U.S. government cannot offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Yemen due to the safety risks. The Department of State re-designated Ansarallah, commonly referred to as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in March of 2025. Other terrorist groups also plan and carry out attacks in Yemen. These include Al-Qa'ida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) and Islamic State affiliates. There is high risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Yemen. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. A civil war continues in Yemen. Yemen faces instability and the Houthis have repeatedly clashed with Yemeni government forces. The Houthis have launched missile and drone attacks against Yemeni government personnel, as well as civilians and infrastructure across the country since July 2026. The Houthis have also targeted infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and shipping in the Red Sea and the...