🇾🇪 Aduanas e impuestos de importación: Yemen
Datos rápidos
Umbral libre de impuestos
$50
Paquetes bajo $50, libre de impuestos
IVA / Impuesto
15%
GST at 5% nominally. Collection inconsistent due to conflict. Different rates in different zones.
Tiempo de despacho
7-30+ (extremely variable) días
tramitación habitual
Tipos arancelarios por categoría
| Categoría | Tipo arancelario | Capítulo HS |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 5-15% | 85 |
| Clothing | 5-25% | 61-62 |
| Footwear | 5-25% | 64 |
| Food & Beverages | 0-25% | 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-10% | 84 |
| Cosmetics | 5-15% | 33 |
| Books | 0% | 49 |
| Toys & Games | 5-15% | 95 |
Las tarifas mostradas corresponden a mercancías estándar. El tipo exacto depende del código HS de tu artículo.
Proceso de despacho de aduanas
Yemen Customs Authority manages imports in government-controlled areas. War since 2014 has split the country, Houthi-controlled north (Sanaa, Hodeidah) and internationally recognized government in south (Aden). GST at 5% on imports. Aden port is partially operational for the recognized government. Hodeidah port (main food import point) under UN monitoring. Different customs regimes in different zones.
Qué esperar realmente
WAR ZONE since 2014. Country split between Houthi north and recognized government south. Aden port partially operational but damaged. Hodeidah port (Red Sea) handles most food imports under UN monitoring/Stockholm Agreement. Sanaa airport closed to commercial flights. Major couriers DO NOT serve Yemen. DHL has extremely limited service via Aden/Djibouti. No functioning postal system. Saudi-led coalition (until 2023 truce) imposed import restrictions. Yemeni rial in freefall. World's worst humanitarian crisis, most imports are aid. Red Sea shipping disruptions from Houthi attacks on commercial vessels affect ALL Yemen-bound cargo.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Requisitos de licencia de importación
Alcohol prohibited (Islamic law). Weapons heavily restricted (officially). Pharmaceuticals require health ministry approval. Most imports are humanitarian aid and basic food staples. Different requirements in Houthi vs government areas.
Certificado de origen
Yemeni Chambers of Commerce (different in Aden vs Sanaa). GAFTA membership for Arab trade. Very limited international trade agreements functioning.
Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
Enlaces útiles
Rutas populares a Yemen
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Yemen?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Yemen is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Yemen?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Yemen is 15%. VAT applies to: GST at 5% nominally. Collection inconsistent due to conflict. Different rates in different zones.
How long does customs clearance take in Yemen?
Typical customs clearance in Yemen takes 7-30+ (extremely variable) days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Yemen?
To import into Yemen, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Yemen?
Yemen prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.