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Venezuela Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa Free

German citizens can enter Venezuela visa-free for tourism stays of up to 90 days, requiring only a valid passport and a Tourist Card obtained at the airport.

Guide last updated October 14, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • A Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Ingreso/Tarjeta Andina), issued free at the airport on arrival or sometimes by the airline before boarding, which must be kept and surrendered on departure
  • Return or onward ticket, generally checked at check-in and by immigration
  • Proof of accommodation is not formally required but recommended to carry
  • No visa photo required, as no visa is issued
  • No biometrics collection for visa-free entry beyond standard passport control
  • Travel health insurance is strongly recommended given the strained state of Venezuela's public healthcare system and limited consular support capacity

Visa types

  • Visa-free tourist entry with Tourist Card: free, valid for up to 90 days, intended for tourism only
  • Business visa (if applicable): required for activities beyond simple business meetings, such as paid work or extended commercial activity, arranged in advance through a Venezuelan consulate
  • Given the current economic and political situation, some visa and immigration procedures may change with little notice — travelers should verify current rules directly with the Venezuelan Embassy in Berlin before departure

Entry conditions

  • Up to 90 days of stay permitted visa-free with the Tourist Card
  • No paid work is permitted under the tourist entry
  • Keep the Tourist Card safe for your entire stay, as it must be presented and surrendered when leaving the country; losing it can cause delays or fines on departure
  • Extensions beyond 90 days are handled through Venezuela's immigration authority (SAIME), though bureaucratic delays are common and should be planned for well in advance

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for the 90-day visa-free entry; the Tourist Card itself is issued free
  • No processing time, as the card is issued on arrival
  • An extension through SAIME, if pursued, involves a modest official fee but can take considerably longer than official estimates suggest due to administrative backlogs
  • No VFS/BLS service applies to this process

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Check the German Foreign Office's (Auswärtiges Amt) current travel advisory for Venezuela before booking, as it has repeatedly flagged security and infrastructure concerns in recent years
  • Carry sufficient US dollars or euros in cash, since Venezuela's banking and card systems are unreliable for foreign visitors, and currency volatility is significant
  • Keep multiple copies (physical and digital) of your passport, Tourist Card, and travel insurance details
  • Register your trip with the German Embassy in Caracas if staying for an extended period or traveling outside major cities
  • Given rapidly changing conditions, reconfirm entry requirements directly with the Venezuelan Embassy in Berlin shortly before travel rather than relying solely on older guidance

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.