Venezuela visa requirements for Nigerians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Venezuela

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Venezuelan Visa.

  • A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Venezuela Visa for Nigerians

Facts about Venezuela

Venezuela has the most beautiful landscape in South America. In fact, only a few countries in the world have this natural beauty. The country has Caribbean coastline, idyllic islands, grasslands teeming with wildlife and not to forget the world’s highest waterfall, The Angel Falls. The most popular tourist destination for enjoyment in the country is Margarita Island which has modern infrastructure, castles, fortresses, and beautiful beaches which are good for extreme sport. Visiting Venezuela is also very cheap because of the black-market value of the dollar. It is also noteworthy to mention that it is not entirely safe to visit the country at this time.
 
Tourists are restricted from entering Venezuela with $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. On exit, it is compulsory to declare the same amount. Drug trafficking is a very serious offense in Venezuela and it attracts very long prison sentences and hefty fines.

Types of Venezuela Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 2-10 working days 90 days
Business visa 2-10 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Venezuela Visa

  • A Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Venezuela Tourist visa Venezuela Business visa

Venezuela Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourist visa is issued to individuals who intend to visit Venezuela for tourism purposes
  • However, embassies do not currently issue tourist visa because of the high level of unrest in the country
  • Venezuela issues single and multiple-entry tourist visa
  • The single-entry can be used for a one-time visit to Venezuela and the multiple-entry is used for several entries into Venezuela for the duration of the visa
  • The tourist visa is valid for a period of 90 days
  • It generally takes 2-10 working days to process the visa depending on the embassy or consulate
  • You are required to provide proof of accommodation which could be a hotel reservation or an apartment
  • If you will be staying with a friend or relative, the person has to write an invitation letter
  • The invitation letter should carry information such as the relationship between both parties, duration of stay, name, address and phone number of the inviting party
  • Travelling minors are required to have a copy of their original birth certificate and a notarized letter from their parents or guardian
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up any form of employment or study
  • You must provide proof of enough money for your trip preferably a recent bank statement
  • It is possible to extend your visa for an additional period of 90 days after which you must exit the country.

Venezuela Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Venezuela for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Venezuelan company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 3 recent months) is required.
  • Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.
  • Venezuela's child protection law mandates that minors (under 18) of any nationality who are traveling alone, with only one parent, or with a third party, must present a copy of their birth certificate.
  • A written, notarized authorization from the absent parent(s) or legal guardian, specifically granting permission to travel alone, with one parent, or with a third party is also needed.
  • If documents are prepared outside of Venezuela, the authorization and the birth certificate must be translated into Spanish, notarized, and authenticated by the Embassy of Venezuela or a Venezuelan Consulate.
  • Venezuela uses biometric equipment to register photos and fingerprints of all travelers to Margarita Island.
  • Business travelers are advised to take their passport with them when traveling to the Island.
  • Travelers are advised to only use official crossing points when entering Venezuela. You must obtain an entry stamp to prove you entered the country legally.

Venezuela Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

24.19 (USD)

Business visa

46.17 (USD)

Venezuela Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Nigeria

Location

Address

Abuja

Address: 1, Taraba Crescent , Off Limpopo Street, Off IBB Way, Maitama, Abuja - Nigeria

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Email: evenigeria@yahoo.com / embve.ngabj@mppre.gob.ve

Phone: (+234) 816 903 9419 / (+234) 809 300 4444

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the languages spoken in Venezuela?
Venezuela has a total of 40 languages but Spanish is the official and most common Venezuelan language. Other languages such as Warao, Yanomami, Guahibo and Wayuu are widely spoken indigenous languages.
Is Venezuela expensive to visit?

For foreign nationals who are good at negotiating, Venezuela is considered a cheap destination. A good meal in a restaurant costs 7,000 bolivares which is about USD$2 with the present exchange rate. Venezuelans however would find the country extremely expensive as the minimum wage monthly is just 18,000 bolivars.

Is it safe to visit Venezuela?

The security situation in Venezuela is currently unstable and a nationwide state of emergency has been in effect since January 2015. As a result, embassies do not currently issue a tourist visa. Individuals travelling to Venezuela are advised to exercise caution, stay in places with good security and avoid late-night walks.

What is Venezuela famous for?

Venezuela boasts of being home to diverse species of wildlife, having the world’s highest waterfall (Angel Falls), the second largest river in South America (The Orinoco). It is also a leading exporter of oil with the largest known oil reserves.

How good is Venezuela power supply?

The country depends on hydroelectric power from dams which have been damaged over the years rather than its oil reserve to generate electricity. With only a 60 Hz and 120 V power system, blackouts and outages are commonly experienced.

How can I proceed the visa to Venezuela. Because I have a friend of mine in Venezuela and he was a citizen of the country. And I want to visit him. How can I start the processing in Nigeria.?
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3 years ago

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Vivian

3 years ago

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Vivian

3 years ago

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3 years ago

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2 years ago

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