Expat Guide to Living in Venezuela

Whether you're already living in Venezuela or preparing to move to Venezuela, our Expat Guide to Living in Venezuela offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Venezuela. For answers to specific questions, visit our Venezuela Forum to talk with expats in Venezuela.

The Most Sought After Document in South America

Charles Barrett offers some helpful tips to ensure that you minimize risk associated with a lost or stolen passport.

Retirement in Porlamar, Venezuela

An expat who is married to a Venezuelan retired to Porlamar on Margarita Island 7 years ago. Despite the political climate, he appreciates the incredibly low cost of living in Venezuela.

More Culture Shock Reports for Venezuela

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Venezuela handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Venezuela:

Culture Shock in Porlamar, Venezuela

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More Living in Venezuela Reports

What are people's priorities in Venezuela - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Venezuela:

Living in Caracas, Venezuela

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More Moving to Venezuela Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Venezuela? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Venezuela? Below are some of the responses from expats in Venezuela:

Moving to Caracas, Venezuela

Moving to Maracaibo, Venezuela

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Reviews of Schools in Venezuela

Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Venezuela. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Venezuela:

Colegio Internacional de Caracas (CIC) in Caracas, Venezuela

British International School Caracas in Caracas, Venezuela

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Venezuela. If you are already living in Venezuela, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Retiring in Venezuela Reports

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Venezuela, by filling out our Overseas Retirement report. Below are some of the reports from expats in Venezuela:

Retiring in Porlamar, Venezuela

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Venezuela? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Venezuela by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Venezuela? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Venezuela? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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Expat Survey: Expats Give Italy High Marks

Expats in Italy report loving their lifestyle and experiences in the Mediterranean nation despite the challenges of a slow-moving bureaucracy.

Expats in Italy report loving their lifestyle and experiences in the Mediterranean nation despite the challenges of a slow-moving bureaucracy....

Managing Expat Stress During Covid

During the Covid-19 pandemic, it's vitally important that expats take the time to manage their stress level at a time when it's so easy to become overwhelmed. Here are some helpful ideas to get you started.

Expat Survey: Mexico Still Popular Among Expats

Expats in Mexico continue to rate the country highly. Even though there are always security concerns, expats who prepare properly enjoy excellent weather in close proximity to the United States and at a much lower cost of living.