Venezuela - Consulate of South Africa in Maracaibo

You are a Venezuelan citizen or you are from South Africa and are looking for information on the consulate of South Africa in Maracaibo situated in Venezuela. A consulate in Maracaibo could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of South Africa. It all depends on the importance of Maracaibo and Venezuela in the relationships with the government of South Africa.

The difference between consulates found in Maracaibo are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of South Africa in Venezuela besides Maracaibo

Or the embassy of South Africa in Venezuela

South African Embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, Edif. Atrium PH-1A, Urb El-Rosal, Av Sorocaima con Av Venezuela, P O Box 2613, Caracas 1060, Venezuela
Email: consular.caracas@dirco.gov.za - Tel: (+58) 212 952 0026 - Website:

Consulate Appointment in Maracaibo

Most consulates in Maracaibo need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of South Africa in Maracaibo first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Maracaibo do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Venezuela or South Africa.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Maracaibo please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.