Can U.S. citizens travel to Venezuela?

U.S. citizens must obtain a visa to enter Venezuela legally. Visas are not available upon arrival. U.S. citizens attempting to enter Venezuela without a visa have been charged with terrorism and other serious crimes and detained for long periods.



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Venezuela is a dangerous country and it is not safe for solo female travellers to be out alone at night. It is best to stay in a safe and secure area during the night. It is important to dress conservatively when travelling in Venezuela. Avoid wearing revealing clothing or clothing that draws attention to yourself.

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Common violent crime includes murder, armed robbery, drive-by shootings, sexual assault and carjackings. Criminals are often armed. Avoid walking in isolated areas, especially at night. Terrorist groups and criminal gangs are active along Venezuela's borders with Colombia, Brazil and Guyana.

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May 2023 Update: Venezuela still faces many uncertainties such as an unstable economy as well as changing political stances. Whilst some areas are safe, the extra stress here can make foreigners a target for criminals (given we will bring valuable Dollars into the country).

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Quick Answer: Just like any other country, there are areas to be cautious about. There are certain areas of Venezuela that are safe for travelers, such as: Altamira in Caracas, Las Piedras, Canaima National Park (contact us), Mérida and Valencia.

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Do not travel to Venezuela due to crime, civil unrest, kidnapping, and the arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Reconsider travel due to wrongful detentions, terrorism, and poor health infrastructure.

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Yes. You must get a Venezuelan visa before traveling to Venezuela. Visas are not available upon arrival.

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7 Countries Granting the Longest Visas to Americans
  1. Marshall Islands (Indefinite) Stefan Lins/Flickr. ...
  2. Micronesia (Indefinite) Matt Kieffer/Flickr. ...
  3. Svalbard, Norway (Indefinite) Rob Oo/Flickr. ...
  4. Albania (One Year) Artur Malinowski/Flickr. ...
  5. Georgia (One Year) Maria Savenko/Flickr. ...
  6. Palau (One Year) ...
  7. The Bahamas (240 days)


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