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Exporting to Yemen

Middle East

Yemen is a significant market for Indian agricultural exports, particularly in spices and cereals, offering opportunities for growth despite challenges.

Data updated Jul 31, 2026 · 1 min read
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$831.63MAnnual agri-import value (from India)
+5.2%Year-over-year growth

Market outlook

Yemen's reliance on food imports presents a steady demand for Indian agricultural products. Recent trade agreements and India's strategic initiatives aim to enhance this bilateral trade, fostering a positive outlook for the near future.

Top imported products

Cereals
47%
Spices
15%
Sugars and Sugar Confectionery
6%
Electrical and Electronic Equipment
4%
Tobacco and Tobacco Substitutes
3%

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Tariffs & duties

HS codeProductDutyNotes
1006Rice5%Yemen imposes a 5% duty on rice imports, affecting the pricing of Indian rice in the Yemeni market.
0904Pepper10%A 10% tariff is applied to pepper imports, influencing the competitiveness of Indian pepper exports.
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Required documents & certifications

Certificate of OriginRequired

Verifies the origin of the goods, issued by the exporter or a recognized authority.

Phytosanitary CertificateRequired

Ensures the products are free from pests and diseases, issued by the exporting country's agricultural department.

Commercial InvoiceRequired

Details the transaction between buyer and seller, including product descriptions and prices.

Logistics & shipping

Typical transit time
14-21 days
Common route
Sea freight from Mumbai to Aden
Destination port
Port of Aden
Avg. freight cost
$1,200 per 20-foot container

Sea freight is the most common and cost-effective method for shipping agricultural products to Yemen.

Mandi price vs. landed price

ProductIndia mandi rateYemen landed priceMargin
Rice$500 per ton$550 per ton$50 per ton
Pepper$2,000 per ton$2,200 per ton$200 per ton

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