America > Venezuela: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 525 539
Active cases: 1 784
Recovered: 518 029
Deaths: 5 726
Vaccination count: 22.2 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2022-06-26
Summary of the situation
Negative PCR test is required for all travelers.
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Partially Allowed
All international regular commercial flight operations are prohibited, with the exception of operations to/from: Bolivia, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama and Turkey.
Effective May 30, 2022, all air passengers entering Venezuela must present a certificate of vaccination against COVID-19 (completed vaccination schedule) in either physical or digital format (with QR code), with the last dose administered at least 14 days prior to the entry date in Venezuela. If more than 270 days has passed since the last dose of a completed vaccination schedule, proof of a booster dose is required.
In lieu of proof of vaccination, passengers must present a negative PCR-RT COVID-19 test result, taken within 72 hours of arriving. This information might change, so we recommend all travelers consult the current guidance from Venezuela.
Quarantine is not required if the individual presents a negative PCR test taken 48 hours before arrival.
Tests: Negative PCR test is required for all travelers.
Quarantine: Depends
Quarantine required for some travelers.
Information updated on 2022-06-22.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
Social/community-wide quarantine and bans on inter-state travel with roadblocks are in place since 16 March.
Local authorities have recently moved on to an alternating lockdown/flexible scheme where during a “flexible week” certain specific economic sectors are allowed to operate limited hours; on a “lockdown week” only essential businesses and medical services remain operational. Schools and universities remain closed until further notice.
Public gatherings are prohibited and people have been instructed to wear face covering at all times when outside.
Only one member per family is allowed to go outside of their home to access supermarkets/pharmacies. The supply of fuel is severely limited.
Mask use
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Gatherings: Banned
Banned
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
