News Archives - U.S. Embassy in Venezuela

Travel Advisory Level 4: Do Not Travel Travel Advisory Level 4: Do not travel to Venezuela due to arrest and detention of U.S. citizens without due process or fair trial guarantees, or as a pretext for an illegitimate purpose; crime; civil unrest; poor health infrastructure; kidnapping; and COVID-19. Read More...

Emergency Notification-Venezuela Unrest

Emergency Alert Information for American Citizens

U.S. Embassy Caracas Temporary Suspension of Operations

On March 11, 2019, the Department of State announced the temporary suspension of operations of the U.S. Embassy in Caracas and the withdrawal of diplomatic personnel. All consular services, routine and emergency, are suspended.

COVID-19 Information

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Emergency Assistance

U.S. Citizens with Emergencies

Please call: 1-888-407-4747

Outside of Office Hours, contact: 1-888-407-4747

Outside of Venezuela: + 1-202-501-4444

Emergency Assistance

Emergency Information and Contacts

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