Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Yemen: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Yemen
The population of Yemen is 42,961,653, and is growing at the rate of 2.76%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $1,596, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
37.25% of Yemen’s population lives in urban areas. 54.93% of the population is of working age (15-59). % of the population has internet access and 0% has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Yemen #230 overall for market attractiveness, rising 2 places over the past year.
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Yemen's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 45.53 |
| Purchasing Power | 7.43 |
| Digital Readiness | 47.7 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 57.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 44.78 |
| Digital Search Demand | 40.09 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 17.5 |
| Score Change | 1.11 |
| Overall Rank | 230 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
Digital Search Demand
40.09%
Purchasing Power
7.43%
Digital Market Maturity in Yemen
The digital search demand score for Yemen is 40.09.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Yemen
The purchasing power score for Yemen is 7.43, and the country scores 47.7 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Yemen scores 68.99.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Yemen scores 57.26 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 44.78 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Yemen.
Yemen market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Yemen has changed 1.11 points, moving the country 2 places higher from 2025, to rank #230 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Yemen:
- YouTube
- TikTok
International Expansion Risks for Yemen
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Yemen.
Compare Yemen to other countries
| International Growth Pillar | Yemen Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 45.53 |
| Purchasing Power | 7.43 |
| Digital Readiness | 47.7 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 68.99 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 57.26 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 44.78 |
| Digital Search Demand | 40.09 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 59.15 |
| Overall Score | 17.5 |
| Score Change | 1.11 |
| Overall Rank | 230 |
| Rank Change | 2 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
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