Poland→Venezuela
Poland to Venezuela
Do I need a visa for Venezuela?
Polish citizens do not need a visa or any travel authorisation to enter Venezuela for tourism; a tourist stay of up to 90 days is allowed. This tourist entry does not permit paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You must travel on a passport or a temporary passport; national identity cards and driving licences are not accepted for entry to Venezuela.
Your travel document must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for Venezuela?
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory: you should be vaccinated before travel and carry your International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card). You may be asked to present proof of vaccination when entering Venezuela.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
One entry permits a stay of up to 90 days.
Border officials may ask to see proof of sufficient funds for the stay and a return or onward ticket; have those documents available. The source does not set other extension or overstay procedures for this tourist entry on this route.
Can children travel on this route?
Children under 18 need the same accepted travel documents as adults — a passport or a temporary passport. No additional parental‑consent or notarised paperwork is required for minors.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended but is not a condition of entry. It is advised to buy comprehensive medical insurance that covers hospitalisation and medical evacuation to Poland.
Frequently asked questions
My passport expires soon — will a temporary passport work?
You must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you enter Venezuela; a temporary passport is also accepted.
What proof of funds or tickets will I be asked for at the border?
Venezuelan border officials may ask to see evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and a return or onward ticket; have those ready to show at immigration or airline check-in.
Is proof of yellow fever vaccination checked on arrival?
You may be required to show your International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card) as proof of yellow fever vaccination when entering Venezuela; get vaccinated before travel and carry the card.
Do I have to have travel insurance to enter Venezuela?
Travel insurance is recommended but it is not a condition of entry; buy comprehensive medical cover that includes hospitalisation and medical evacuation to Poland if you want protection.
Can I travel on my national ID or driving licence instead of a passport?
Polish citizens may not use a national identity card or a driving licence for entry to Venezuela; you must travel on a passport or a temporary passport.
What documents do children need to enter Venezuela?
Children under 18 travelling to Venezuela only need the same accepted travel documents as adults — a passport or a temporary passport. No additional parental-consent paperwork is required.
Do I need to register on arrival or complete an entry card?
There is no arrival registration or paper entry card required on arrival in Venezuela for tourist entry.
Are there customs declaration thresholds I should know about?
You must declare goods over a value of 1,000 USD and cash amounts exceeding 10,000 USD on arrival.
What if my passport is damaged or nearly full of stamps?
If your passport is damaged or pages are full, you should travel on a passport or temporary passport that meets the six‑month validity rule; damaged or nearly full passports risk refusal, so replace it before travel.
Can I apply for entry permission at the Venezuelan embassy in Poland?
The Venezuelan embassy or consulate in Poland can provide consular help while you are in Poland, but there is no visa or travel-authorisation application to submit for this tourist route.
Can I work or study while visiting on this tourist entry?
Tourist entry does not permit paid work or study; this permission is only for a short tourist stay of up to 90 days.
Should I get any vaccinations before travelling to Venezuela?
Get vaccinated against yellow fever before travel and carry your vaccination card; Venezuelan authorities may ask to see it at the border.
What will airlines check before letting me board the flight?
Airline check‑in staff may check your passport validity, return/onward ticket and vaccination card before letting you board, so carry printed or digital copies of these documents.
Where do I get the visa?
There is no visa or travel authorisation to apply for on this route, so there is no application process to complete before travel. Venezuela maintains consular representation in Poland; the embassy can provide consular help but is not an application route for entry permission for this tourist stay.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 5, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- 2Get the required vaccinations
Yellow Fever
- 3Carry proof of funds for your stay
Money for the Stay and Proof of Return Flight
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Venezuela — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
More about Venezuela
Americas
- Capital
- Caracas
- Currency
- Venezuelan Bolívar (VES)
- Known for
- Angel Falls, Lake Maracaibo, Rich Oil Reserves
- Food
- Arepas, Pabellón Criollo, Hallacas