Venezuela Travel Risk Level

The travel advisory level decreased to 3. The “Wrongful Detention,” “Unrest,” and “Other” risk indicators were removed. Areas of increased risk were added. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider travel to Venezuela due to risk of crime , kidnapping , terrorism , and poor health infrastructure. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to: Venezuela-Colombia border region (20 miles from the border) due to the risk of crime, kidnapping, and terrorism Amazonas state due to the risk of terrorism Apure state due to risk of terrorism Aragua state outside of Maracay due to the risk of crime and kidnapping Bolivar state rural areas due to the risk of crime and kidnapping Guarico state due to the risk crime and kidnapping Tachira state due to the risk of crime and terrorism Advisory summary U.S. embassy operations In January 2026, the U.S. Department of State began a phased approach to resuming embassy operations in Venezuela. The Venezuela Affairs Unit located in Embassy Bogotá will continue to serve as the remote mission to Venezuela until the resumption of operations at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas. Given the embassy’s suspended operations, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Venezuela. They need authorization to travel outside of Caracas due to the safety risks. Routine consular services remain suspended in Venezuela. The Venezuela Affairs Unit cannot provide emergency services to U.S. citizens outside of Caracas. Most consular services are still provided through the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, Colombia. Crime and kidnapping While the situation is improving, 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 Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport serving Caracas. Security risks are also present when using ATMs near the airpo

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Venezuela-Colombia border region (20 miles from the border) due to the risk of crime, kidnapping, and terrorism Amazonas state due to the risk of terrorism Apure state due to risk of terrorism Aragua…

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.