Venezuelan visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian passport holders visiting Venezuela for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Canadian citizens to enter Venezuela for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Venezuela e-visa for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Venezuela visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Venezuela tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Venezuela.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Venezuela.
If you are looking for Venezuela visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Venezuela nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The Embassy of Venezuela in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 16 minutes)
- Montreal: The Consulate General of Venezuela in Montreal, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 16 minutes)
Venezuela visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Venezuela diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Venezuela from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 11,895 | N/A |
| 2009 | 11,542 | -2.97% |
| 2010 | 12,013 | 4.08% |
| 2011 | 11,895 | -0.98% |
| 2012 | 11,424 | -3.96% |
| 2013 | 12,249 | 7.22% |
| 2014 | 11,306 | -7.70% |
| 2015 | 11,778 | 4.17% |
| 2016 | 11,660 | -1.00% |
| 2017 | 11,895 | 2.02% |
| 2018 | 11,660 | -1.98% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Venezuela & Canada comparison
Venezuela's area is approximately 882,050 km2 (340,561 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 10.31 times bigger than Venezuela.
As of November 2025, Venezuela's population is ~28.0 million people - 11,383,843 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Venezuela & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Venezuela | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 28,037,836 | 39,421,679 | 11.4 million fewer people live in Venezuela than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 112 | 144 | Venezuela has 32 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 88 | 129 | Venezuela passport holders visit 41 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 137 | 469 | Venezuelan hosts 332 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Venezuela in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Venezuela in 2018 was approximately 11,660.
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Useful Information
- Caracas to Ottawa: 6365.04 km (3955.05 mi)
- Travel time: 13 hours 15 minutes
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