Venezuela Business Visa
The Venezuela Business Visa, officially known as the Visa de Transeúnte Negocios (TR-N), is granted to merchants, executives, company or industry representatives, and micro-entrepreneurs — who are not migrating permanently — wishing to enter the country to carry out commercial, mercantile, financial, or other lawful profit-related activities connected to their business. Like the Tourist Visa, the Business Visa can now be applied for through Venezuela’s Cancillería Digital e-Visa portal, in addition to traditional applications at Venezuelan embassies and consulates. Once granted, the visa is generally valid for one year with multiple entries, permitting stays of up to 90 days per visit, with no extension available once that period is exhausted. Final approval rests solely with Venezuelan consular authorities or the MPPRE.
Eligibility
To apply for a Venezuela Business Visa, applicants generally must:
- Be a merchant, executive, company representative, or micro-entrepreneur engaging in legitimate commercial activity
- Not intend to migrate permanently to Venezuela
- Hold a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application
- Provide a letter from the applicant or the company they represent, explaining the purpose of the trip and the address of the company or person to be contacted in Venezuela
- Provide commercial or trade registration documents, or a letter from the relevant chamber of commerce or industry association
- Present a medical certificate issued by the health authority of their country of origin
For the e-Visa business category, applicants must also provide a letter of invitation from a Venezuelan company, including its RIF (Registro de Información Fiscal) tax identification number.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Component | Approximate Cost |
| Cancillería Digital e-Visa (Tourist category) | Approximately USD 180 |
| Traditional embassy/consulate application | Consular fee varies by diplomatic mission |
*The e-Visa fee is paid online during the application through the MPPRE portal and is non-refundable regardless of the outcome. For applications submitted directly at a Venezuelan embassy or consulate, the exact consular fee must be confirmed with that specific diplomatic mission. Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances — always confirm exact Venezuela Visa Fees on the official MPPRE website or with your nearest Venezuelan diplomatic mission.
Processing Time
Venezuela Visa Processing Time for the Business Visa through the Cancillería Digital e-Visa portal is typically around 15 days, though real-world processing has ranged from approximately 7 to 30 days depending on portal queue volume and document completeness. Applications submitted through a traditional embassy or consulate can take longer. Since the business e-Visa requires a formal invitation letter from a Venezuelan company with its RIF number, incomplete or unclear invitation documentation is a common cause of delays. Applicants are advised to apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before their intended travel date.
Required Documents Checklist
Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Venezuela Business Visa requires accurate documentation, a genuine business purpose, and compliance with the visa requirements prescribed by the Venezuelan immigration authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with business invitation letters, company documents, visa application forms, passport documentation, financial evidence, travel itineraries, and all required supporting documents. Our experienced consultants carefully review your application to help minimize errors and delays while ensuring your documentation is complete and meets the applicable visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Venezuela Business Visa application process. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Venezuelan immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Business Visa application with confidence.