Archive · 11 Jan 2026
US Warns Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately
The United States has told its citizens in Venezuela to leave the country right away.
The government says it's not safe there because of many dangers like armed groups, kidnappings, and problems with electricity.
The US also can't help Americans in Venezuela right now because its services there are closed.
People are told to be very careful, especially when traveling, and to watch out for groups called 'colectivos' that might harm Americans.
The US says Venezuela is very dangerous, and it's the highest warning level for travel.
There are also reports of pro-government protests demanding the release of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
The US Department of State advises Americans in Venezuela to leave immediately due to severe risks.
All consular services in Venezuela remain suspended, and the US cannot provide emergency services.
The US warns against 'colectivos', armed militias setting up roadblocks and targeting Americans.
Venezuela has a Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory due to risks like wrongful detention, terrorism, and kidnapping.
Intermittent power and utility outages continue throughout Venezuela.
- Who
- US citizens in Venezuela
- What
- US Department of State warning to leave Venezuela
- When
- Immediately
- Where
- Venezuela
- Why
- Due to severe risks including armed militias, wrongful detention, terrorism, kidnapping, and civil unrest
US Government
Venezuela Government
Security Situation
US Government
Armed militias (colectivos) are targeting Americans and supporters of the US, setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles.
Venezuela Government
Pro-government protests are occurring, with armed civilians demanding the release of President Nicolas Maduro and first lady Cilia Flores.
- Travel Advisory Level
- Level 4: Do Not Travel
- Security Situation
- Armed militias (colectivos) setting up roadblocks
- Consular Services
- Suspended
- Threats
- Armed militias, kidnapping, civil unrest
- Infrastructure Issues
- Intermittent power and utility outages
- US Citizens Advised
- Leave Venezuela immediately