Maracaibo, Venezuela
Last updated on Jan 27, 2025
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees talk about what it is really like living in Maracaibo, Venezuela. They offer advice about meeting people, cost of living, finding a home and more.
What do I need to know before moving to Maracaibo?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Maracaibo, they said:
"Always prefer your common sense over the realtors opinion. Try to look at houses with a local to get their opinion. ALWAYS choose houses with Air Conditioning, it tends to get very hot. (115 F)," wrote one member in Maracaibo.
How do I find a place to live in Maracaibo?
We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered:
"My family and I chose a HUGE house in the La Virginia neighborhood. The rent is expensive, but we spent nearly three months living in a hotel before finding anything we liked," said one expat who made the move to Maracaibo.
What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Maracaibo?
"We chose a house. Although most expats choose to live in apartment buildings, because of security," wrote one member in Maracaibo.
What is the average cost of housing in Maracaibo?
If you are thinking about moving to Maracaibo, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing:
"The housing average I don't know. But I know I'm paying a lot more in house and a lot less in the electrical bill," said one expat who made the move to Maracaibo.
What should I bring when moving to Maracaibo?
People living in Maracaibo were asked what three things they wish they had brought and three they wish they had left behind. They wrote:
"I wish I brought my car, because cars are very expensive here. I wish I had left home all my winter clothes. Everything is HOT here," explained one expat living in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before moving to Maracaibo?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Maracaibo?
- What is the average cost of housing in Maracaibo?
- How do I meet people in Maracaibo?
- What do I need to know before retiring in Maracaibo?
- What should I pack when moving to Maracaibo?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Maracaibo?
- Will I be able to find a job in Maracaibo?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do people like (and dislike) about Maracaibo?
- What type of social life can someone expect in Maracaibo?
- What is the social scene like in Maracaibo?
- What advice to expats in Maracaibo have about housing?
- What are medical services in Maracaibo like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Maracaibo?
- Is the cost of living in Maracaibo high?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Maracaibo?
- Why do people move to Maracaibo?
