VenezuelaCanada: Visa required

VenezuelaCanada

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Canada?

Visa required

Yes. Venezuela passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Canada.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: canada.ca (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance4,080 km, straight line (~5h 18m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Canada98 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Canada passport holders visiting Venezuela: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near Canada

Venezuela passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Venezuela passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Canada?

Yes. Venezuela passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Canada.

How far is Canada from Venezuela?

About 4,080 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 18m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Canada?

Canadian dollar (CAD).

What is the emergency number in Canada?

911.

What time zone is Canada in?

Toronto (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Ottawa?

Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter Canada without a visa?

98 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Canada visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Venezuela passport holders visit without a visa instead of Canada?

Bahamas, Greenland, Haiti, Jamaica, British Virgin Islands, Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Venezuela

Venezuela, officially the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country on the northern coast of South America, consisting of a continental landmass and various islands and islets in the Caribbean Sea. It comprises an area of 912,050 km2 (352,140 sq mi), with a population estimated at 31.8 million in 2025. The capital and largest urban agglomeration is Caracas. The continental territory is bordered on the north by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by Colombia, on the south by Brazil, on the east by Guyana, and on the northeast by Trinidad and Tobago. Venezuela consists of 23 states, the Capital District, and the Federal Dependencies covering Venezuela's offshore islands. Venezuela is among the most urbanized countries in Latin America, with an estimated urbanization rate of 88.4% in 2022. The vast majority of Venezuelans live in urban areas in the north, including in the capital.

CapitalCaracas

RegionSouth America

Population28.5M

Area916,445 km²

CurrencyVenezuelan bolívar soberano (1 USD ≈ 881.07 VES)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+58

Drives on theright

TimezoneCaracas (UTC-4)

Nearest airportBarinas Airport (BNS), 66 km

Emergency number171 / 911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,495 (2025)

Tourist arrivals429K (2017)

Climate in Caracas

Warmest March, coolest July, driest March, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Caracas, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.8°C	21.9°C	41mm	344h
February	33.9°C	22.9°C	11mm	325h
March	35.8°C	24°C	3mm	344h
April	34.6°C	24.4°C	44mm	321h
May	32.9°C	24°C	175mm	319h
June	30.7°C	22.4°C	286mm	307h
July	29.6°C	21.9°C	400mm	316h
August	30°C	22.2°C	356mm	314h
September	30.6°C	22.2°C	248mm	318h
October	30.2°C	22.2°C	246mm	323h
November	29.3°C	22.2°C	221mm	289h
December	30.4°C	21.5°C	30mm	338h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Venezuela is replete with stunning natural wonders and sights such as countless national parks, magnificent waterfalls, and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The world's tallest waterfall, the Angel Falls, is found here.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Canaima National Park
Coro and its Port
University City of Caracas

Upcoming public holidays

December 24, 2026Nochebuena

December 25, 2026Navidad

December 31, 2026Nochevieja

Full source list on About.

About Canada

Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, making it the second-largest country by total area, with the longest coastline of any country. Its border with the United States is the longest international land border. The country is characterized by a wide range of both meteorologic and geological regions. With a population of over 41 million, it has widely varying population densities, with the majority residing in its urban areas and large areas being sparsely populated. Its capital is Ottawa and its three largest metropolitan areas are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver.

CapitalOttawa

RegionNorth America

Population41.7M

Area9,984,670 km²

CurrencyCanadian dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.42 CAD)

LanguagesEnglish, French

Calling code+1

Drives on theright

TimezoneToronto (UTC-4)

Nearest airportOttawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), 6 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites23

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$55,698 (2025)

Tourist arrivals32.4M (2019)

Climate in Ottawa

Warmest July, coolest February, driest May, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July.

Monthly climate normals for Ottawa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	-2.2°C	-11.3°C	109mm	141h
February	-1.6°C	-11.8°C	73mm	187h
March	5°C	-5.8°C	105mm	216h
April	9.6°C	-0.7°C	94mm	238h
May	18.3°C	5.9°C	50mm	355h
June	24.8°C	13.2°C	50mm	367h
July	29°C	18.5°C	67mm	390h
August	24°C	16°C	133mm	323h
September	19.6°C	11.1°C	77mm	272h
October	12.7°C	4.7°C	111mm	201h
November	8.2°C	0.8°C	81mm	164h
December	1°C	-5.4°C	84mm	94h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Canada is the world's second largest country by area, behind only Russia. Nicknamed the Great White North, Canada is renowned for its vast landscapes of outstanding natural beauty and its multicultural heritage. While there are cosmopolitan cities, much of Canada consists of forests, it has more lakes than any other country and it features the Rocky Mountains, the Prairies, three oceanic coasts and a sparsely populated archipelago extending into the Arctic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Anticosti
Burgess Shale
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site
Dinosaur Provincial Park
Grand-Pré
Gros Morne National Park
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Joggins Fossil Cliffs
Kluane / Wrangell – St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek
L'Anse aux Meadows

Upcoming public holidays

November 11, 2026Armistice Day

November 11, 2026Remembrance Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Full source list on About.