MEA issues advisory for Indians, avoid non-essential travel to Venezuela due to security situation

By Anjali Sharma
WASHINGTON – Ministry of External Affairs on Sunday has issued an travel advisory urging Indian nationals to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela in view of the rapidly evolving security situation in the country.

MEA in a statement also advised Indians currently residing in Venezuela to exercise extreme caution and remain in close contact with the Indian Embassy in Caracas.

The ministry shared the embassy’s contact details, including the emergency helpline number +58-412-9584288 (also available on WhatsApp and the email address cons.caracas@mea.gov.in, for immediate assistance.

“In view of recent developments in Venezuela, Indian nationals are strongly advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela. All Indians who are in Venezuela for any reason are advised to exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements, and remain in contact with the Embassy of India in Caracas,” the MEA said.