Embassy of Uruguay in Caracas, Venezuela; address 4ta. Avenida de los Palos Grandes, Torre Seguros SQ, Floor 4, Caracas; phone +582122851648. Head of…
Head of mission: Ms. Silvana Montes De Oca Abal, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Uruguay, 11 Dec 2024)
Also accredited to: Trinidad and Tobago
Uruguay is an appealing destination for Venezuelan visitors due to its vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes. Nestled between Brazil and Argentina, it offers a variety of attractions for both leisure and business travelers. With around 1.1 million Venezuelans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Uruguay to be an intriguing option.
Uruguay is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Venezuela. According to the Global Peace Index, Uruguay ranks 51st out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Venezuela, which ranks 140th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Uruguay is 8.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 19.3 in Venezuela. Additionally, the rates of female murders are lower in Uruguay (2.3) than in Venezuela (5.3). The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the differences between the two countries. Uruguay scores much better across various categories, such as mafia presence (1.5 in Uruguay vs. 9.5 in Venezuela) and state crime (2.0 in Uruguay vs. 9.0 in Venezuela). Overall, while no country is without risk, Uruguay offers a safer environment for tourists compared to Venezuela.
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