Event: In advance of the Venezuelan presidential election scheduled to be held on Sunday, July 28, Venezuelan authorities issued a decree closing their international land borders from Friday, July 26, at 12:00 a.m. until 8:00 a.m. Monday, July 29. Pedestrian bridge crossings between Venezuela and Colombia are expected to be affected until Monday, July 29. Air and seaports may also be affected.
The U.S. Department of State continues to advise citizens not to travel to Venezuela. The U.S. government has no ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Venezuela. The recommendation against travel to Venezuela for U.S. citizens is based on crime, civil unrest, kidnapping, and the arbitrary enforcement of local law. In 2019, the U.S. Department of State withdrew all diplomatic personnel from U.S. Embassy Caracas and suspended operations. All consular services, routine and emergency, remain suspended until further notice.
Read the Travel Advisory for Venezuela.
Actions to Take:
- Do not travel to Venezuela.
Bearing in mind the U.S. government has no ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Venezuela, if you decide to travel to Venezuela, follow the guidance found in the Travel Advisory and:
- Make alternative travel plans.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Comply with local regulations.
- Maintain a high level of vigilance, especially in popular public areas.
- Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
Tel. +57-1-275-2000 or 601-275-2000
acsbogota@state.gov
https://co.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla
conagencybarranquilla@state.gov
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
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