🎓 For Students:

• Education System: Free and compulsory up to secondary level; higher education widely accessible.
• Top Universities: Central University of Venezuela (UCV), Simón Bolívar University (USB), Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB).
• Student Visa: Required for international students, processed after university admission.
• Popular Courses: Engineering, Medicine, Law, Political Science, Petroleum Studies.

✈️ For Visitors:

• Visa: Many Latin American and Caribbean citizens enter visa-free; others may apply via embassy.
• Popular Destinations: Caracas, Angel Falls, Canaima National Park, Mérida, Los Roques Archipelago.
• Best Time to Visit: November to April (dry season).
• Local Transportation: Buses, metro (Caracas), taxis, domestic flights to remote regions.

💼 For Professionals & Expats:

• Work Visa: Available via local sponsorship or company transfer.
• Job Market: Key sectors include oil & gas, manufacturing, and agriculture.
• Business Etiquette: Formal attire; Spanish is the primary business language.
• Cost of Living: Generally low, but inflation affects stability.

🏞️ Tourism & Culture:

• Cultural Heritage: Blend of Spanish, African, and Indigenous traditions.
• Natural Wonders: Angel Falls (world’s highest waterfall), Andes Mountains, Caribbean beaches.
• Major Events: Carnival, Independence Day (July 5), Feria de San Sebastián, Christmas celebrations.
• Local Cuisine: Arepas, Pabellón Criollo, Cachapas, Hallacas.

📌 Quick Tips:

• Currency: Venezuelan Bolívar (VES).
• Timezone: Venezuela Standard Time (UTC−04:00), no DST.
• Emergency Numbers: 171 (General), 911 (Emergency).
• Electricity: 120V, 60Hz; plug types A and B.