Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting
Venezuela
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Venezuelan Visa.
- An original national passport that is valid for 6 months after exiting from the country.
- The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
- Two copies of the visa application form should be properly filled and signed.
- One recent 2 by 2 passport-size photograph taken with a plain background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay in the country. Valid travel insurance which covers medical insurance.
- Proof of accommodation during your stay in the country.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Venezuela
Venezuela Visa for Mauritians
Facts about Venezuela
Venezuela has the most beautiful landscape in South America. In fact, only a few countries in the world have this natural beauty. The country has Caribbean coastline, idyllic islands, grasslands teeming with wildlife and not to forget the world’s highest waterfall, The Angel Falls. The most popular tourist destination for enjoyment in the country is Margarita Island which has modern infrastructure, castles, fortresses, and beautiful beaches which are good for extreme sport. Visiting Venezuela is also very cheap because of the black-market value of the dollar. It is also noteworthy to mention that it is not entirely safe to visit the country at this time.
Tourists are restricted from entering Venezuela with $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. On exit, it is compulsory to declare the same amount. Drug trafficking is a very serious offense in Venezuela and it attracts very long prison sentences and hefty fines.
Types of Venezuela Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 2 to 3 business days | 90 |
| Tourist visa | 2 to 3 business days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Venezuela Visa
- An original national passport that is valid for 6 months after exiting from the country.
- The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
- Two copies of the visa application form should be properly filled and signed.
- One recent 2 by 2 passport-size photograph taken with a plain background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay in the country. Valid travel insurance which covers medical insurance.
- Proof of accommodation during your stay in the country.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Venezuela
Venezuela Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Business visa is issued to visitors visiting for business activities.
- One completed Venezuela visa application form.
- The Applicant should have a passport valid for at least six months at the time of application.
- One recent 2 by 2 passport photograph with white background.
- A Covering Letter from the Mauritius Organization, recommending travel.
- Original onward/ return air ticket or travel itinerary.
- Bank statements of the last six months showing proof of sufficient funds.
- An Original Recommendation Letter from the Chamber of Commerce in Mauritius.
- A Letter of Original Invitation from the Business Client or by identified Sponsors in Venezuela.
- This letter must state the purpose of the visit, the expected duration of stay and ensure the financial responsibilities of the Applicant.
- Applicants should also provide an original Company Registration Certificate of the Sponsoring Company in Venezuela.
- Vaccination of Yellow Fever certificate is mandatory.
Venezuela Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- A tourist visa is granted to foreigners who want to visit Venezuela for fun and tourism purposes.
- Tourist visa permits visitors to get involved in sightseeing and recreational activities.
- Signed Venezuela visa application form that is correctly filled.
- The Applicant should have a passport valid for at least six months beyond stay in Venezuela.
- One passport photograph that is taken within the last 6 months.
- Tourist visa also permits visitors to visit friends and relatives in the country.
- Letter of invitation containing the contact information of host in Venezuela is required.
- Minors should have an original copy of their birth certificate and consent note signed by a parent/legal guardian.
- Vaccination of yellow fever should be provided.
- A receipt showing that the applicant has paid the visa application fee is required.
- Holders of a tourist visa are not allowed to work nor study during the stay in Venezuela.
- Required duration for a Tourist visa is 90 days.
- Applicants must not overstay visa duration or he/she is likely to be ban from entering Venezuela.
Venezuela Visa Fees
Business visa
160.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
160.00 (USD)
Venezuela Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Mauritius
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There is currently no Embassy of Venezuela in Mauritius but applicants can apply at the Embassy of Venezuela in Pretoria, South Africa.
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