Location: Caracas, Venezuela

Event: Venezuela’s northern coast was hit by two earthquakes on Wednesday, June 24.

New or updated information is indicated below in bold.

We continue to monitor the situation in Venezuela closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans.

Departing Venezuela:

Commercial Flights:

• Travelers experiencing flight interruptions from Simon Bolivar International Airport in Caracas (CCS) should contact their airlines for the latest information regarding rescheduled flights.
• International flights from Valencia, Barquisimeto, Barcelona, and Maracaibo continue.
• While the Department of State cannot recommend for or against any particular airline, travelers should be aware of Copa Airlines or Avianca flight availability out of Venezuela. Check with airlines on availability.
• Copa Airlines:
  • Flights to and from Caracas have been temporarily suspended and are subject to evolving operational conditions.
  • Copa Airlines has scheduled additional flights between Valencia, Venezuela, and Panama City.
• Avianca:
  • Avianca has launched service between Valencia and Bogotá.
  • Avianca will operate both scheduled and additional charter flights using Airbus A320 aircraft, providing an alternative gateway for travelers wishing to depart.  Passengers booked on the Caracas – Bogota route will be contacted directly with instructions on how to travel via Arturo Michelena International Airport in Valencia.
  • According to Avianca, special humanitarian fares are available .

Overland Routes:

• Land border crossings with Colombia are open. However, the areas on both sides of the border are designated Level 4 – Do Not Travel due to crime, kidnapping, conflict between armed groups, and the risk of detention.
• The land border with Brazil is open but can be remote and difficult to reach. Brazil’s land border with Venezuela is designated Level 4 – Do Not Travel due to crime.
• The border between Guyana and Venezuela is not secure, providing opportunities for criminal elements to operate and endanger inhabitants and travelers. The rural areas of Bolivar State are designated Level 4 – Do Not Travel due to the risk of crime and kidnappings, and the Consular Section has very limited ability to provide emergency services to those outside of Caracas.
• Rail services have been temporarily cancelled.

The earthquake was felt in states across the country, as well as in neighboring Colombia, hundreds of kilometers from the epicenter.

• Venezuela has declared a State of Emergency and first responders are deployed nationwide.
• Venezuela is currently experiencing widespread power and internet outages, which makes communicating with family and friends difficult.
• CCS is temporarily closed for commercial flights after suffering damage. Other airports may be closed or experiencing significant delays. Rail services and non-essential activities have been temporarily canceled.

Actions to Take:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  at STEP.state.gov  to receive safety and security updates from the U.S. Embassy in Caracas.
• Follow the “U.S. Department of State – Security Updates for U.S. Citizens ” channel on WhatsApp and @USEmbassyVE  and @TravelGov  on X.
• Keep family and friends updated about your location and well-being.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Follow official instructions from local authorities for recovery and assistance.
• Ensure you have your documents easily accessible and up to date.

During an Earthquake/Aftershock:

• Shelter in place.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Follow official instructions from local authorities for recovery and assistance.

Consular Assistance:

The U.S. Embassy in Caracas is currently providing emergency passport and other emergency services to U.S. citizens. The U.S. Embassy in Caracas can only provide limited emergency services to U.S. citizens outside of Caracas. Visa services in Venezuela remain suspended. Visa services are provided through the U.S. Embassy in Bogota, Colombia.

• Embassy in Bogota, Colombia.
  Dial 911 for emergency assistance.
  U.S. Embassy Caracas, Venezuela
  ACSCaracas@state.gov
  https://ve.usembassy.gov/
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 (U.S./Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad)
• Venezuela Destination Information  
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  (STEP) to receive security updates.
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