Once an adventurous destination for expats interested in working in the oil, mining, steel and food processing industries, Venezuela has now become a dangerous location in which to find a new home.   more ...

From the Andes to the Great Plains, from the topical Amazon rainforest to the grasslands, you will come across numerous captivating sights and experiences all over Venezuela. This South American country has shorelines on the North Atlantic Ocean as well as the Caribbean Sea, shares borders with Brazil, Colombia and Guyana, and is also close to other popular destinations such as Aruba, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Netherlands Antilles. Because of its natural beauty, modern infrastructure, healthcare facilities, education standards and growing economy, this nation has gained a lot of popularity with people from across the globe. Expats find it easy to settle down in this place since the local people are warm and friendly. Moreover, while Spanish is the official language, English is widely spoken and understood. Capital city Caracas is home to a huge expat population.   more ...

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Venezuela and some of the social media accounts you should be following if you’re thinking of moving there.   more ...

Venezuela is an attractive country to move to, with its wonderful tropical climate and diverse, gorgeous geography – you will find both warm beaches and cold mountains here. It is also a largely urbanised country with most of the populace living in the urban centres. The main industry in Venezuela is oil, and this too has attracted a thriving expat population to the country.   more ...

When moving countries with a family in tow, most people focus their research on healthcare, safety, and education most thoroughly. However, it is equally important to ensure that your new country can also provide some entertainment and places to visit that your family can enjoy.

Apart from its gorgeous weather, Venezuela offers you a very wide variety of ways to spend your leisure time.   more ...

Venezuela is one of the more popular expat destinations in Latin America, and with good reason. If you consider most of the usual parameters for judging a place, Venezuela scores quite well. There are of course a few problem areas, and in particular, the economic troubles of the last few years are quite worrying, both for Venezuelans and for expats. However, for the most part, Venezuela is still a great place to live, and most expats are very happy in the country.   more ...

Many individuals think of moving to another country to spend their retirement years. Deciding upon a location can be confusing, and there are several factors to keep in mind, such as weather conditions, standard of living, cost of living, and safety. Venezuela is among those countries that enable retirees to enjoy an affordable lifestyle. Housing, food and transportation are several times cheaper than they are in countries like the United States.   more ...

Venezuela is a naturally diverse destination. Located along South America’s northern coast, the country is framed by the Andes Mountains in the northwest. Its Caribbean coastline is dotted with tropical resort islands, such as the Los Roques archipelago. Venezuela is a hotspot for those seeking adventure and closeness to nature. Venezuela has witnessed the most urbanization of all the Latin American countries. Much of the population, including expats, live and work in the country’s northern region, mainly the capital city of Caracas.   more ...