Venezuelan visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Venezuela for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Venezuela for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Venezuela e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Venezuela visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Venezuela tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British 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 United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Venezuela nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of Venezuela in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
Venezuela visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Venezuela diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Venezuela from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 44,736 | N/A |
| 2009 | 35,968 | -19.60% |
| 2010 | 33,664 | -6.41% |
| 2011 | 38,080 | 13.12% |
| 2012 | 63,232 | 66.05% |
| 2013 | 63,104 | -0.20% |
| 2014 | 54,848 | -13.08% |
| 2015 | 50,496 | -7.93% |
| 2016 | 38,464 | -23.83% |
| 2017 | 27,328 | -28.95% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Venezuela & United Kingdom comparison
Venezuela's area is approximately 882,050 km2 (340,561 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 3.65 times smaller than Venezuela.
As of January 2026, Venezuela's population is ~28.0 million people - 42,086,570 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Venezuela & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Venezuela | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2026) | 27,958,216 | 70,044,786 | 42.1 million fewer people live in Venezuela than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 112 | 222 | Venezuela has 110 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2026) | 88 | 139 | Venezuela passport holders visit 51 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 137 | 348 | Venezuelan hosts 211 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Venezuela in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Venezuela in 2017 was approximately 27,328.
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- Travel time: 16 hours 38 minutes
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