Location: Venezuela, countrywide
The U.S. Department of State continues to advise citizens not to travel to Venezuela. The U.S. government has no ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Venezuela. The recommendation against travel to Venezuela for U.S. citizens is based on crime, civil unrest, kidnapping, and the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.
On July 29, media reported spontaneous protests across Caracas. Other demonstrations have been reported on social media in Anzoategui, Carabobo, Miranda, Falcon, Lara, La Guaira, and Portuguesa states. Protests were reported outside the international terminal of the Simón Bolívar International Airport. On-going demonstrations are leading to road and highway closures, including the principal road between Caracas and the Simón Bolívar International Airport. Media also reported that shots were fired, allegedly by police forces, at at least one protest.
We advise U.S. citizens to avoid areas around rallies and demonstrations whenever possible and exercise caution when in the vicinity of any large gatherings. In 2019, the U.S. Department of State withdrew all diplomatic personnel from U.S. Embassy Caracas and suspended operations. All consular services, routine and emergency, remain suspended until further notice.
Read the Travel Advisory for Venezuela.
Actions to Take:
Do not travel to Venezuela.
Bearing in mind the U.S. government has no ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Venezuela, if you decide to travel to Venezuela during the elections, follow the guidance found in the Travel Advisory and:
Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
Comply with local regulations.
Maintain a high level of vigilance, especially in popular public areas.
Monitor local media for updates.
Plan alternative routes.
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