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Germany to Venezuela visa requirements

German ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Venezuela. They may stay visa-free for up to 90 days (extendable once). Travelers arriving by air receive a tourist card (Tarjeta de Ingreso / DEX-2) issued by the airline. As of 30 May 2026, Germany is among the European Union and other countries whose ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Venezuela for tourism and short visits, for up to 90 days (extendable once for an equal period). No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival sticker is required. For arrivals by air, the airline issues a tourist card (Tarjeta de Ingreso, formerly DEX-2) before or during the flight, which is presented at immigration; it carries no government fee. The passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay, and travelers should carry proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds. Note that Venezuela remains under a German Federal Foreign Office travel warning: entry and exit controls can be lengthy, foreigners must always be able to prove legal status, and there have been cases of entry refusals and detentions of EU nationals. Families with children should carry (international) birth certificates, often requested on exit. The visa-free channel does not permit paid work, which requires a separate work visa.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (tourist card issued by airline on air arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (extendable once for a further 90 days)
per entry
Entries
Single entry per tourist card; new card issued on each arrival
from issue date
Visa fee
No government visa fee (EUR 0); tourist card issued free by airline
consular fee only
Processing time
None in advance; tourist card completed before/during the flight
standard track
Validity
Stay valid up to 90 days from entry; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your German ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure from Venezuela and has blank pages for entry stamps.
· 6+ months validity· Blank pages
/02
Book return or onward travel
Purchase a return or onward ticket out of Venezuela; immigration and airlines may ask for proof before issuing the tourist card and at the border.
· Proof of onward travel
/03
Receive the tourist card from your airline
On flights to Venezuela, the airline issues the tourist card (Tarjeta de Ingreso, formerly DEX-2) before departure or on board. Complete it accurately and keep it with your passport.
· Airline-issued· Keep for departure
/04
Check current safety and entry advice
Review the German Federal Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt) travel and security notice for Venezuela, which is under a travel warning, before departure.
· Travel warning in force
/05
Clear immigration on arrival
Present your passport, completed tourist card, and proof of onward travel and funds. Expect possible questioning; you are admitted visa-free for up to 90 days.
· 90 days· Proof of funds
/06
Extend if needed
To stay longer, request an extension at the SAIME immigration office in Venezuela before your initial 90 days expire; the stay can be extended once for a further period.
· SAIME office· One extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Germany -> Venezuela · Visa-free (tourist card issued by airline on air arrival)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredGerman ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond departure date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for stamps
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredTourist card (Tarjeta de Ingreso / DEX-2) from the airline
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance valid for Venezuela
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedChildren: (international) birth certificates for all minors
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCheck the Auswärtiges Amt travel warning before departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCash in USD/EUR (limited card acceptance and ATM access)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa requirements for German citizens – Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visaEUR 0No visa required for German ordinary passport holders for stays up to 90 days
Tourist card (Tarjeta de Ingreso / DEX-2)EUR 0Issued free of charge by the airline on flights to Venezuela
Stay extension at SAIMEVariable (local bolívar fee)Optional; applies only if extending beyond the initial 90 days inside Venezuela
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

In-country extension via SAIME
Varies (days to weeks)
Optional extension of stay applied for at a SAIME immigration office inside Venezuela before the first 90 days expire.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU/visa-waiver arrangement
Venezuela grants visa-free tourist entry to ordinary passport holders of all EU member states, including Germany, for up to 90 days.
High
/02
Short tourist stay
Visits of 90 days or less for tourism fall squarely within the visa-free allowance, so no consular visa is needed.
High
/03
Arrival by air
Air travelers are issued a tourist card by the airline, the standard mechanism replacing a visa for short stays.
High
/04
Valid ordinary passport
A German ordinary passport valid 6+ months with proof of onward travel meets the entry conditions.
Medium
/05
Not for work or long stays
The visa-free channel excludes employment and stays beyond the extended limit, which require a separate visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Germany to Venezuela route verified
Confirmed visa-free tourist entry for German ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days, airline-issued tourist card) against the German Federal Foreign Office and Venezuela visa policy sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do German citizens need a visa to visit Venezuela as tourists?
No. German ordinary passport holders can enter Venezuela visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival sticker is required.
What is the tourist card (DEX-2) and where do I get it?+
How long can I stay and can I extend?+
How much does it cost?+
What passport validity do I need?+
Are there any safety concerns I should know about?+
/11 — Passport tools

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