Venezuela Travel Risk Level

Reconsider travel to Venezuela due to risk of crime , kidnapping , terrorism , and poor health infrastructure and natural disaster . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Natural disaster On June 24, 2026, Venezuela experienced a powerful foreshock and earthquake in rapid succession. These caused extensive damage and disruption to transportation, infrastructure, and emergency services. The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas is currently providing emergency services only to U.S. citizens. Review the U.S. embassy website for the latest updates. Review information about staying safe during and after an earthquake . Stay in touch with transportation companies and advice from local authorities. U.S. embassy operations In March 2026, the U.S. Embassy in Caracas resumed operations, including the provision of limited consular services for U.S. citizens in Venezuela. The Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas is currently providing emergency American Citizens Services only. The U.S. Embassy in Caracas can only provide limited emergency services to U.S. citizens outside of Caracas. Visa services in Venezuela remain suspended. Visa services are provided through the U.S. Embassy in Bogota, Colombia. Crime and kidnapping Conditions in some parts of Venezuela remain dangerous. Violent crimes such as homicide, armed robbery, and kidnapping occur. Travelers face increased risk using unregulated taxis from Maiquetia Simon Bolivar International Airport serving Caracas. Security risks are also present when using ATMs near the airport. Nighttime travel between cities is risky. U.S. government employees working in Venezuela are not allowed to use public transportation due to safety risks. Irregular armed groups can carry out acts of violence against citizens without warning. There are no reliable crime statistics. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Venezuela. Visit the U.S. Dep

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Some areas of the country carry a higher risk than the country overall.

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all travel Border areas FCDO advises against all travel to: within 80km (50 miles) of the border with Colombia within 40km (25 miles) of the border with Brazil within 40km (25 miles) of the border with Guyana Bolívar FCDO advises against all travel to the Orinoco Mining Arc (‘Arco Minero’) region to the south of the Orinoco river. This includes: all of Cedeño Municipality the northern part of Sucre Municipality, from the Orinoco river to 80km south of the Troncal 19 road all of Heres Municpality the northern part of Raul Leoni Municipality, north of the Rio Paragua all of Caroni Municipality all of Piar Municipality all of Padre Pedro Chien Municipality all of Roscio Municipality all of El Callo Municipality all of Sifontes Municipality Delta Amacuro FCDO advises against all travel to the area to the south of the Orinoco river. Zulia FCDO advises against all travel to Zulia state. The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the remaining areas of Venezuela If you are a British national already living or travelling in Venezuela, you should be prepared to change your plans quickly if necessary. You should have a ‘personal emergency plan’, including practical steps for leaving the country or staying safe during a crisis, that does not depend on support from the UK government. Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Venezuela’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor local media and stay in contact with your travel provider. Earthquakes near coast of Venezuela On 24 June, Venezuela suffered two earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, causing significant damage in La Guaira, parts of Caracas and elsewhere. A significant humanitarian response is currently taking place. If in Venezuela, follow the advice of local authorities and sta

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all travel: Border areas FCDO advises against all travel to: within 80km (50 miles) of the border with Colombia within 40km (25 miles) of the border with Brazil within 40km (25 miles) of the border with Guyana…

France Diplomatie : vigilance normale (vert).

Higher-risk regions — Travel formally advised against: (en rouge sur la carte) Zones frontalières Les zones frontalières avec la Colombie, le Brésil et le Guyana sont formellement déconseillées en raison de la présence de groupes armés et de bandes…

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.

Higher-risk regions — Partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung): Auswärtiges Amt: Teilreisewarnung (partial travel warning) — travel advised against for parts of the country.