The U.S. State Department issued a Level 3 advisory for Venezuela, recommending reconsideration of travel due to crime, kidnapping, terrorism, poor health infrastructure, and natural disasters. A June 24, 2026 earthquake caused extensive damage; embassy provides emergency services only. Some areas have increased risk, including border regions and several states.
The U.S. State Department lowered Venezuela's travel advisory to Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) due to crime, kidnapping, terrorism, and poor health infrastructure. Some areas remain Level 4 (Do Not Travel), including the Colombia border region, Amazonas, Apure, and others. The U.S. embassy is partially resuming operations, but routine consular services remain suspended.
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to parts of Venezuela, including border areas with Colombia, Brazil, Guyana, and the Orinoco Mining Arc. Limited commercial flights resumed at Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport from September 1. British nationals in Venezuela should have emergency plans and be aware of earthquake aftershocks.