GoVenezuela Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

1. Mutual visa exemption situation.

Chinese citizens traveling to China need to present a legal and valid international travel document issued by the Chinese government and apply for a visa corresponding to their entry purpose at the Chinese embassy or consulate abroad. According to the China Venezuela Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement, holders of diplomatic, official, and service ordinary passports are eligible for visa free entry and stay for 30 days.

2. Common types of visas

This mainly includes tourist visas, transit visas, business visas, investment visas, work visas, religious visas, student visas, family visas, re-entry visas, etc. For details, please refer to the official website of the Embassy of Venezuela in China https://china.embajada.gob.ve .

3. Special circumstances.

According to relevant laws and regulations, those who voluntarily leave the country as illegal immigrants are not allowed to enter the country for two years.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

1. Customs management regulations.

Before entering the country, a Spanish/English customs declaration form should be filled out (which will be issued to passengers by flight attendants before landing). Please truthfully fill in the type and value of personal luggage items on the declaration form and make customs declarations as required. After completing the entry procedures and retrieving the luggage, the luggage ticket and customs declaration form must be handed over to the airport customs officer, who will collect the declaration form and verify the luggage before leaving the customs. The customs will conduct random inspections on passengers' luggage. If customs officials request to open the box for inspection after checking the luggage, they should cooperate. For travelers holding diplomatic passports, the customs generally offer exemption from inspection.

When the total value of personal new items carried by passengers does not exceed $1000, they are exempt from customs duties; If the total value exceeds $1000, it needs to be declared and the excess amount will be taxed.

When natural persons and legal persons bring foreign exchange exceeding 10000 US dollars or the same amount into or out of the country, they must declare the amount and transaction situation to the competent authority.

It is prohibited to bring food, synthetic narcotics, bacterial products, radioactive substances, and chemicals into the country.

2. Health quarantine.

The country is located in the tropics, and according to media reports, there have been cases or outbreaks of tropical diseases such as yellow fever, dengue fever, malaria, Zika, and chikungunya fever. According to the changes in the international epidemic situation, the Ministry of Health of the People's Republic of China periodically requires travelers to fill out personal health condition statements and present health certificates or vaccination certificates.

Residency and Naturalization

The competent authority for residency and citizenship in Venezuela is the Immigration Office (SAIME) under the Ministry of the Interior. If you apply for residency in Venezuela, you should go to the immigration office before the expiration of your visa. If the duration of one exit exceeds two years during the validity period of residence, the residence will become invalid and the corresponding visa must be obtained for returning to the committee.

Articles 33 and 34 of the 1999 Constitution of Venezuela stipulate that foreigners who apply for Venezuelan citizenship must have resided in Venezuela for 10 consecutive years when applying. A foreigner who marries a Venezuelan and applies for Venezuelan citizenship must have resided in Venezuela for five consecutive years after marriage.

For details, please refer to the Venezuelan Nationality and Citizenship Law (Chinese version): http://ve.china-embassy.gov.cn/chn/lsyw/xiangguanfalv/weineiruilafalv/202312/t20231205_11194724.htm .

Venezuela's risk level is yellow (medium risk).                            

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminds Chinese citizens in Venezuela to closely monitor the local security situation, be vigilant, strengthen prevention, and pay attention to safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in the local area.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and overseas embassies and consulates will continue to closely monitor changes in the overseas security situation, dynamically adjust relevant risk assessments, and release and update corresponding security reminders in real time on platforms such as the China Consular Service Network. Please continue to pay attention.

public security

In recent years, the political situation in Venezuela has been complex, the economy has been relatively difficult, and social security has improved. I suggest that citizens travel together as much as possible and avoid going out at night. In case of sudden emergencies, one should remain calm and composed to ensure personal safety. You can contact the embassy or local overseas Chinese organizations for assistance.

natural disaster

Except for mountainous areas, the entire region of the country belongs to a tropical grassland climate. The temperature varies depending on altitude, with mild temperatures in mountainous areas and hot temperatures in plains. The rainy season is from June to November every year, and the dry season is from December to May. The natural disasters suffered mainly include rainstorm, flood and the resulting landslide and debris flow.

FDA

Due to factors such as aging of water pipelines, tap water should not be consumed directly. It is recommended to boil it before drinking, or to drink bottled water. Other food hygiene conditions are acceptable.

Urgent Help

The emergency hotline is 911.

Emergency contact number for consular protection of the Embassy in Venezuela:+58- (0) 4143669883

air traffic

On December 20, 2024, the Venezuelan National Airlines (CONVIA) Caracas Moscow Guangzhou round-trip route was opened and officially put into operation. This is the first direct flight route between China and Venezuela, with round-trip flights every two weeks.

There are air routes connecting major cities within Venezuela. Simon Bolivar International Airport is about 30 kilometers away from the capital Caracas and has international flights connecting multiple countries in Europe, America, and Latin America.

land transport

Venezuela's transportation mainly relies on highways, with average road conditions, and self driving travel is not recommended. Low oil prices, vehicles drive left and right. No passenger railway.

water communication

The coastline of Venezuela is over 2800 kilometers long and has more than 220 commercial ports. The main ports are La Guaira Port, Cabello Port, Maracaibo Port, and Ordas Port, with Cabello Port being the largest commercial port. There are passenger ships between some cities and islands, which can be booked through travel agencies or purchased at the dock.

Urban transportation

Buses and taxis are the main means of transportation, and taxi prices are negotiable. There are multiple subway lines in the capital. It is recommended to choose to travel by regular taxi as much as possible.

major city

1. Caracas

Caracas is the capital of Venezuela, as well as the largest city and political, economic, and cultural center in the country. Located in the Caracas Valley on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, at the southern foot of the Avila Mountains, about 30 kilometers away from the important port of La Guaira, the city is surrounded by mountains on three sides, covers an area of 777 square kilometers, and has a population of about 3 million (according to United Nations statistics in 2023).

2. Maracaibo

The capital of Sulia State, located on the west bank of Lake Maracaibo, is the second largest city and seaport in the country, with a population of approximately 2.23 million (according to United Nations statistics in 2023).

Commodity prices

The currency is the Digital Bolivar, and the current exchange rate between the US dollar and the Bolivian currency announced by the Central Bank of China is 1 US dollar to 51.64 Bolivar (data as of December 26, 2024). Recently, prices have risen frequently and significantly.

Insurance Medical

Venezuelan hospitals are divided into public and private hospitals, with private hospitals having better medical conditions and high costs. According to media reports, there have been cases or outbreaks of tropical diseases such as yellow fever, dengue fever, and Zika in the local area. It is recommended to receive the corresponding vaccines before coming to Venezuela and carry self medication that meets relevant regulations.

Customs taboos

Although Venezuela is located in the tropics, people are accustomed to wearing long clothes and pants. Native Americans have their own dressing habits, such as wearing straw hats and applying various colors to their faces.

The diet is mainly based on meat. Urban and rural residents love to eat corn tortillas made in various ways. In some big cities, you can taste exotic food.

More than 90% of the population believes in Catholicism. When meeting, men embrace each other, pat each other's backs, and women kiss each other's cheeks.

Communications Power

Civilian voltage 110 volts, 60 hertz, American socket, one round and two flat. The television system is NTSC, 60Hz. There are two mobile phone standards, GSM and CDMA, with a frequency of 900MHz, which are compatible with Chinese mobile phones. The main mobile operators include DIGITEL (phone numbers starting with 0412, GSM standard), MOVILNET (phone numbers starting with 0416, CDMA standard), and MOVISTAR (phone numbers starting with 0414, CDMA standard). The Internet has a certain penetration rate in large cities. Major cities including the capital have 3G or 4G network signal coverage, and suburban areas have poor signals. At present, many local communication operators have closed their international long-distance services, but they can still answer domestic calls.

contact information

The Chinese Embassy in Venezuela's Overseas Chinese Affairs Office operates from 9:00 to 12:00 on weekdays, Monday to Thursday

Consular Business Consultation Telephone Number:+58- (0) 2129935860 (weekdays, Monday to Friday, 14:00-18:00)

Website: http://ve.china-embassy.gov.cn/chn/