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Venezuela Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Canadian citizens need a visa before traveling to Venezuela — apply in advance through a Venezuelan embassy or consulate, since no visa on arrival or e-visa is available.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least one blank page
  • Completed Venezuelan visa application form, submitted through an embassy or consulate
  • Passport-size photos (typically 2, white background)
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements) and a letter explaining the purpose of travel
  • Proof of accommodation and a round-trip ticket or itinerary
  • Biometrics: fingerprints may be collected at the consulate as part of the application
  • Travel health insurance: strongly recommended and sometimes requested, given limited public healthcare infrastructure

Visa types

  • Tourist visa (Visa de Turista): single or multiple entry, typically valid 1 year from issue, with stays of up to 90 days per visit; consulate fee usually around USD 30-50
  • Business visa (Visa de Negocios): similar validity, requires an invitation letter from a Venezuelan company or organization
  • Transit visa: for travelers connecting through Venezuela, valid for only a few days

How to apply

  • Submit the application in person or through an authorized visa agency at the nearest Venezuelan embassy or consulate, since there isn't one in every Canadian city
  • Required documents: application form, passport, photos, proof of funds, invitation/accommodation proof, and the visa fee
  • Standard processing time: typically 2-4 weeks, longer during periods of reduced consular staffing
  • No interview is normally required for tourist applications, though the consulate may request additional documents
  • Approval is issued as a visa sticker placed in the passport before travel — there is no on-arrival or electronic option

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approximately USD 30-50 for a tourist visa, subject to change
  • No separate service fee if applying directly at the consulate; visa agencies may add their own handling fee
  • Standard processing: 2-4 weeks; expedited processing is not generally offered
  • Total cost typically runs USD 50-100 once courier or agency fees are included

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Apply well in advance given limited consular capacity and possible processing delays
  • Common reasons for delay or refusal: incomplete financial documentation or an unclear travel itinerary
  • Check current Government of Canada travel advisories before booking, since non-essential travel to Venezuela has long been discouraged
  • Confirm the current consular arrangements before applying, as diplomatic relations have been strained at times
  • Extensions inside Venezuela must be requested through SAIME (the immigration service) before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.