Get a Venezuela Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Venezuela Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Visa Exempt

    Visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveller must:

    • Hold a biometric passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds
    • Hold proof of onward /return flights
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change.

Business Travel Requirements for a Venezuela Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Have two blank facing visa pages

  2. Photograph(s)

    Two, identical passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:

    • Have a white background
    • Be taken within the last six months
    • Have the applicant's name written on the back of the photographs

  3. Business Introduction Letter

    You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visasdirect.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

  4. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the applicants host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be addressed to the Embassy
    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Include the name of the applicant
    • Specify the purpose of journey
    • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
    • Specify the requested type of visa, number of entries and the length of visa required
    • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be dated and signed by the applicants host

  5. Proof of Financial Means

    Evidence of available funds. This should be provided as a copy of a recent bank statement showing the applicant has enough available funds for support during their visit. The statement must be in the name of applicant.

  6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and cities for Australia and Venezuela.

  7. Proof of Travel Insurance

    Copy of actual travel insurance policy certificate. The certificate must state:

    • Full name of the applicant
    • That the policy is valid for the duration of the entire trip

  8. Police Clearance

    A  Police Record Check certificate in the applicant's name. A digital copy is accepted. This must be:

    • Issued within the last three months
    • Issued in Australia by the federal or state police

  9. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form (do not print double sided). This form must:

    • Be completed on screen, printed and signed. Handwritten forms willl not be accepted by the Embassy.

  10. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

Venezuela Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Venezuela visa?

    The best time to apply for your Venezuela visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Venezuela visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Venezuela visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application using our secure collection service.