Venezuela
Regional risks
This section has safety advice for regions of Venezuela. It only covers regions where Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has specific advice.
You should also read FCDO’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice.
The Venezuela-Colombia border
Drug traffickers and illegal armed groups are active along the border area with Colombia and there is a risk of criminal kidnapping. Crossing the border from Colombia can be a lengthy process.
The Venezuela-Brazil border
Drug traffickers and illegal armed groups are active along the border area with Brazil and there is a risk of criminal kidnapping. Crossing the border from Brazil can be a lengthy process.
All other areas of Venezuela
Almost all states outside Caracas are experiencing increased instability, including criminality, prolonged power cuts, water and fuel shortages and a general lack of essential services.