Embassy of Venezuela in Oslo, Norway; address Drammensveien 82, 0271; phone +22430165.
Also accredited to: Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden
Venezuela offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions, including its Caribbean coastline, Andean mountains, and Amazonian jungles, appealing to adventure and leisure travelers. While it may attract a segment of the 1.7 million Norwegians who travel abroad annually, overall interest may vary based on individual preferences and safety considerations.
Venezuela is generally considered unsafe for tourists, including those from Norway. While Norway ranks 18th in safety among European countries, with a very low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, Venezuela has a significantly higher murder rate of 19.3. According to the Global Peace Index, Venezuela ranks 140th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of violence and crime compared to Norway, which ranks 28th. The Global Organized Crime Index also reflects this disparity, with Venezuela scoring poorly in various crime categories, such as mafia groups (9.5) and state crime (9.0), while Norway scores much better (4.5 and 2.0, respectively). Given these statistics, it is advisable for tourists to exercise caution and thoroughly research their travel plans when considering a visit to Venezuela.
Norway in Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) · All missions of Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)