# Chile and Venezuela formalize consular relations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/venezuela-diplomatic-normalization-with-peru-and-chile > Updated: 2026-08-21T11:13:31.000Z. Sources: 120. Developments: 8. In late July 2026, Chile and Venezuela began formalizing the restoration of consular relations, a process intended to address security, migration, and economic challenges. This move marks the first step toward normalizing bilateral ties that were severed in July 2024 following Chilean criticism of Venezuelan election transparency. The agreement, announced by President José Antonio Kast and signed by Foreign Minister Francisco Pérez Mackenna and Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez, aims to provide services for approximately 700,000 Venezuelans in Chile and 25,000 Chileans in Venezuela. By early August, the restoration was formalized through the exchange of diplomatic notes between Chilean Director General of Consular Affairs Hernán Núñez and Venezuelan Vice-Minister Mauricio Rodríguez. Foreign Minister Pérez Mackenna confirmed that a Chilean team has been deployed to Caracas, with the consulate expected to be fully operational in Caracas and Puerto Ordaz within August. This diplomatic reopening coincides with intensified migration enforcement in Chile under the “Plan Escudo Fronterizo.” The National Migration Service reported 1,330 expulsions—a 176% increase over the same period in 2025—while irregular border entries fell 33% and charter deportation flights rose from four to nine. The restored consular channel is expected to facilitate the coordination of pending deportation orders. Following the resumption of ties, Chile’s National Migration Service revoked Circular No. 10 of 2024 on August 19 via Exempt Resolution No. 15.106, signed by director Frank Sauerbaum. This measure ended administrative flexibilities that previously allowed Venezuelan citizens to use expired passports or identity cards for various processes. While the repeal is immediate, it does not include transitional provisions for applications currently in process. As part of the ongoing reactivation, Chile has appointed career diplomat Felipe Orellana as the new Consul General in Caracas. ## Claims - Bilateral relations were broken in July 2024 after Chile questioned the transparency of Venezuelan elections. (disputed by 28 sources) - Relations were broken after Chile questioned the transparency of Venezuela’s 2024 elections, leading to suspension of consulates in January 2025. (disputed by 14 sources) - Negotiations for the normalization roadmap began on 11 March 2024. (corroborated by 31 sources) - Chile and Venezuela agreed to reactivate consular services. (corroborated by 30 sources) - The reactivation will serve roughly 700 000 Venezuelans in Chile and roughly 25 000 Chileans in Venezuela. (corroborated by 30 sources) - Chile’s foreign minister Francisco Pérez Mackenna signed the agreement. (corroborated by 30 sources) - Interim President Delcy Rodríguez expressed willingness to advance the joint roadmap. (corroborated by 29 sources) - President José Antonio Kast announced the consular reactivation on 30 July 2026. (corroborated by 29 sources) - The agreement includes a roadmap for gradual normalisation of bilateral relations. (corroborated by 29 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-21: Chile appoints Felipe Orellana as new Consul General in Caracas Chile has appointed diplomat Felipe Orellana as Consul General in Caracas, marking a significant step in the normalization of bilateral and consular relations between Chile and Venezuela. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-appoints-felipe-orellana-as-new-consul-general-in-caracas ### 2026-08-19: Chile ends migration flexibilities for Venezuelan citizens Chile has ended administrative migration flexibilities for Venezuelan citizens following the restoration of consular relations between the two nations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-ends-migration-flexibilities-for-venezuelan-citizens ### 2026-08-09: Chile and Peru move to restore consular services in Venezuela Chile and Peru are working to restore consular services and diplomatic relations with Venezuela, following a breakdown in ties triggered by disputes over the 2024 Venezuelan elections. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-and-peru-move-to-restore-consular-services-in-venezuela ### 2026-08-07: Chile intensifies migrant expulsions and restores consular ties with Venezuela Chile’s migrant expulsions jumped 176% in early 2026 under President Kast, while the country restored consular ties with Venezuela to aid deportations and services for thousands of citizens. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-intensifies-migrant-expulsions-and-restores-consular-ties-with-venezuela ### 2026-08-05: Chile and Venezuela Formalize Consular Relations Chile and Venezuela restored consular ties after diplomatic notes were exchanged, marking a first step toward full diplomatic renewal and improved services for their citizens. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-and-venezuela-formalize-consular-relations ### 2026-08-02: Chile and Venezuela resume diplomatic ties under President Kast Chile’s President José Antonio Kast and Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez reactivated consular ties, aiming cooperation on security, migration and development after a two‑year break, affecting over 700,000 Venezuelan 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-and-venezuela-resume-diplomatic-ties-under-president-kast ### 2026-07-30: Chile and Venezuela restore consular relations Chile’s President Kast announced on 30 July 2026 the reactivation of consular ties with Venezuela, a first step toward normalising relations broken in 2024, providing services to 700 000 Venezuelans in Chile & 66 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-and-venezuela-resume-consular-relations-launch-normalization-roadmap ### 2026-07-24: Peru and Venezuela Agree to Gradual Restoration of Diplomatic Ties Peru and Venezuela have launched a phased plan to restore diplomatic ties, beginning with the reopening of consular services for the 1.6 million Venezuelans living in Peru. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-and-venezuela-resume-diplomatic-relations-and-consular-services --- Cite as: Chile and Venezuela formalize consular relations. 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