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Spain to Venezuela visa requirements

Spanish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourist visits to Venezuela. As an EU citizen you may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days, which is extendable for a further 90 days through the Venezuelan migration authority (SAIME). Spain is an EU member state, and Venezuela grants visa-free tourist entry to all EU nationals. A Spanish citizen with an ordinary passport can travel to Venezuela for tourism without applying for any visa in advance and without paying a visa fee. The standard tourist stay is 90 days, generally extendable once for another 90 days by applying in-country to SAIME (Servicio Administrativo de Identificacion, Migracion y Extranjeria). At the border travelers receive an entry stamp and, in some cases, a tourist card; no electronic authorization, no eVisa and no visa-on-arrival sticker is required for an ordinary passport short tourist visit. Venezuela is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Venezuela (ETIAS is a future EU system that will affect Venezuelans entering Spain, not the reverse). Travelers should carry a passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay, evidence of a return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation details, as these may be requested by immigration officers. Note that the practical situation in Venezuela is volatile: flight connectivity is limited, currency controls apply, and many governments maintain elevated travel advisories. The visa rule itself, however, is clearly visa-free for short tourism for Spanish passport holders.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE 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 entry (no visa required) for EU ordinary passport holders
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days, extendable once for a further 90 days via SAIME
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the visa-free allowance
from issue date
Visa fee
0 EUR for entry (no visa fee); an in-country extension via SAIME carries a local administrative fee
consular fee only
Processing time
None required in advance; entry granted at the port of entry
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your eligibility
Verify you hold a Spanish (EU) ordinary passport. EU nationals receive visa-free tourist entry to Venezuela for up to 90 days, so no visa application is needed before you travel.
· Ordinary passport· EU citizen
/02
Check passport validity
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date from Venezuela and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· Blank page
/03
Book return or onward travel
Arrange a return or onward ticket out of Venezuela. Immigration officers and airlines may ask for proof of onward travel before boarding or at the border.
· Onward ticket
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of sufficient funds, accommodation details (hotel booking or host address), and travel insurance. These may be checked at entry.
· Funds· Accommodation
/05
Enter Venezuela and receive your stamp
On arrival, present your passport at immigration. You will receive an entry stamp (and, in some cases, a tourist card) authorizing your tourist stay of up to 90 days.
· Entry stamp· Tourist card
/06
Extend in-country if needed
If you need to stay beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at a SAIME office inside Venezuela before your initial period expires; an extension of up to another 90 days is generally available.
· SAIME· Extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
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RequiredSpanish ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond departure
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
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 or host address in Venezuela
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredEntry stamp / tourist card kept safe for departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedCheck current travel advisory before booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCopies of passport and itinerary (digital and paper)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
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 policy of Venezuela - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0 EURNo visa is required for EU ordinary passport holders; entry is visa-free.
Entry / tourist card0 EURTourist card issued at the border for short tourist stays carries no standard fee.
In-country stay extension (SAIME)Local administrative feeOptional; applies only if you extend beyond the initial 90 days inside Venezuela.
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU citizen visa exemption
Venezuela grants visa-free tourist entry to all EU member-state nationals, including Spain, for short stays.
High
/02
Missing or short passport validity
Entry can be refused if the passport is not valid for at least six months beyond the planned stay.
Medium
/03
No proof of onward travel
Airlines and immigration may deny boarding or entry without a return or onward ticket.
Medium
/04
Overstaying the 90-day limit
Remaining beyond the authorized period without a SAIME extension can lead to fines or departure problems.
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
Spain to Venezuela route verified
Confirmed via Venezuela visa policy and EU-citizen exemption sources that Spanish ordinary passport holders enter Venezuela visa-free for tourism up to 90 days, extendable. Venezuela is outside Schengen; ETIAS does not apply to this direction.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Spanish citizens need a visa to visit Venezuela for tourism?
No. As EU nationals, Spanish ordinary passport holders may enter Venezuela visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days.
How long can I stay in Venezuela without a visa?+
Is there any entry or visa fee?+
Does Venezuela require ETIAS or an eVisa?+
What documents should I carry on arrival?+
What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?+
/11 — Passport tools

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