The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminded about the current warning for travelers to Venezuela. The ministry advises against all travel to areas near limits with Colombia, Brazil and Guyana, among other reasons due to drug gang activity. The MFA also advises against non-essential travel to the rest of the country.
In the event of a deterioration in the security situation, border closures or other unforeseen circumstances, returning to the country may be difficult.
– we read in the announcement. Traveling between Poland and Venezuela is difficult due to the lack of direct flights – the ministry adds.
MFA warns against travel to Venezuela
“The level of crime while staying and traveling in Venezuela depends on the region of the country you are traveling to. Brutal acts of violence continue to occur in Venezuela. Many Venezuelans carry weapons, and there are attacks, thefts, and sometimes kidnappings. A large number of petty crimes are also committed by motorcyclists who are omnipresent on the streets of cities. At airports and border crossings, we recommend caution. You should ignore pushy people offering transportation (they may try to threaten you into giving up your valuables),” warns the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
We advise those in Venezuela to avoid political gatherings. Warnings about potential threats to public safety should be taken seriously
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“We draw your attention to the legal regulations in force in Venezuela. The law prohibits photographing strategically important places or buildings, such as the presidential palace, military facilities, government buildings and airports,” the MFA warns.
“In Venezuela, possession, use or trade in drugs are strictly prohibited, and the penalties for possession of any type of drug are very severe. Violation of the law in this area results in severe penalties, including up to 2 years of pre-trial detention, followed by a prison sentence of 8 to 15 years. Conditions in Venezuelan prisons are difficult and dangerous, and are among the worst in the region,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs.