Embassy of the United Kingdom in Caracas
Open 24/7- Address
- Avenida Principal de La Castellana, 1060 Caracas
- Website
- gov.uk
- Head of mission
- Colin Dick Obe
United Kingdom
Venezuela
British Embassy in Venezuela
1 embassy
The United Kingdom is represented in Venezuela by 1 mission: an embassy in Caracas. Venezuelan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
British Embassy in Caracas
The British embassy is in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, at Avenida Principal de La Castellana, 1060 Caracas. The head of mission on record is Colin Dick Obe. Its website is linked on its page.
United Kingdom visa for Venezuelan citizens
VenezuelaUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Venezuela
United KingdomVenezuela Visa-free, 90 days Venezuela visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of Venezuela
- Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
- Visitor in Transit visa (landside)
- Student and work routes (brief)
- Fee: £135
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Venezuelan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. In Venezuela, applications go to the British embassy in Caracas, or to a visa centre working for the United Kingdom.
Venezuela’s missions in the United Kingdom
Missions of Venezuela in the United Kingdom (2)
In return, Venezuela has 2 missions in the United Kingdom, including its embassy in London.
Good to know
The United Kingdom in Venezuela
Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in Venezuela.
Travel to Venezuela for British citizens
British citizens can visit Venezuela without a visa for up to 90 days. In Venezuela, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the British embassy in Venezuela is closed
The British embassy in Venezuela closes on Venezuela’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Eve (Nochebuena) on Thursday 24 December 2026, Christmas Day (Navidad) on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Eve (Nochevieja) on Thursday 31 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the British embassy in Venezuela?
The British embassy is in Caracas, at Avenida Principal de La Castellana, 1060 Caracas.
Do Venezuelan citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Venezuelan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
Do British citizens need a visa for Venezuela?
British citizens can visit Venezuela without a visa for up to 90 days.
Does Venezuela have an embassy in the United Kingdom?
Yes, Venezuela has its embassy in London, along with 1 other mission in the United Kingdom.