Embassy of the United Kingdom in Caracas, Venezuela; address Torre La Castellana, Piso 11, Av Principal de la Castellana, La Castellana, 1060, Caracas…
Head of mission: Mr. Colin Dick OBE, Chargé d'Affaires (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Orlando Peter Paul Monton, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
The United Kingdom is a diverse and historically rich destination that appeals to international tourists. Although there has been a recent decline in visitor numbers, it still attracts considerable interest, reflected in its strong tourist revenue. A portion of the 1.1 million Venezuelans who travel abroad annually may find the UK an appealing destination.
The United Kingdom is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Venezuela. While it ranks 37th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, it holds a more favorable position globally, ranked 34th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index. In comparison, Venezuela ranks significantly lower at 140th. Crime statistics further illustrate the safety difference: the murder rate in Venezuela is 19.3 per 100,000 people, whereas in the UK, it is just 1.0. Additionally, the rates of female murders are 5.3 in Venezuela compared to 0.6 in the UK. Regarding organized crime, Venezuela scores poorly across various indices, with mafia groups rated at 9.5 (worst) compared to the UK's 4.0. Other crime-related indices also show Venezuela facing greater challenges than the UK. Overall, tourists from Venezuela can expect a safer environment in the United Kingdom compared to their home country.
Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) in United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · All missions of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland