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Australian citizens must obtain a visa in advance from a Venezuelan embassy or consulate before travelling to Venezuela. There is no visa on arrival facility, and electronic travel authorizations are not available. The application process can be lengthy and complex.

Key facts

For Australian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Travel to Venezuela is strongly discouraged by the Australian government due to extremely high levels of crime, civil unrest, and humanitarian crisis.
• Consular assistance for Australians is extremely limited in Venezuela; the Australian Embassy in Caracas suspended operations in 2019.
• The visa application process can be protracted and may require multiple documents, including letters of invitation or hotel bookings.
• Entry requirements can change without notice, and travel advisories should be checked frequently.
• Proof of sufficient funds for your stay is often required during the visa application.
• Health risks, including infectious diseases and limited medical facilities, are significant.

Before you travel

• ✓Contact the nearest Venezuelan embassy or consulate well in advance to ascertain current visa requirements and application procedures.
• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and has sufficient blank pages.
• ✓Secure comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, evacuations, and trip cancellations.
• ✓Obtain any required vaccinations and consult with a doctor regarding health precautions for travel to Venezuela.
• ✓Arrange for all necessary documentation for your visa application, including proof of accommodation and financial means.
• ✓Register your travel plans with Smartraveller, the Australian government's travel advisory service.

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