Venezuela is one of Latin America’s largest per-capita rice-consuming nations. Rice is a cornerstone of Venezuelan cuisine, consumed daily in households across the country. Venezuela has a domestic rice cultivation sector, but has historically required rice imports to supplement domestic supply. Long-grain white rice is the dominant variety, and the market is price-sensitive and volume-driven.
IRRI-6 long-grain rice from Pakistan is a competitive option for Venezuelan importers. Pakistan offers consistent quality and competitive FOB prices compared to other major rice-exporting nations. Venezuela’s principal commercial port, Puerto Cabello in Carabobo state, handles the majority of containerised food imports including rice. La Guaira, serving Caracas, is the secondary port. Transit time from Karachi to Puerto Cabello is approximately 22–28 days via the Suez Canal and across the Atlantic.
HAG provides the standard export documentation set for Venezuelan customs clearance, managed by SENIAT (Venezuela’s customs authority). Importers should work with a local customs broker familiar with current Venezuelan import licensing and foreign exchange requirements. HAG’s documentation includes a Certificate of Origin issued by the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) and a Phytosanitary Certificate from Pakistan’s Department of Plant Protection.
Long-grain non-Basmati rice for Venezuela’s staple rice market. Competitively priced FOB Karachi. Consistent quality and supply. Available in 25 kg and 50 kg bags for food importers and distributors.
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IRRI-6 vs IRRI-9 Guide →Registered with the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan, confirming compliance with all Pakistani rice export standards.
Independent pre-shipment inspection verifies grain quality, moisture levels, and purity. SGS or Intertek inspection report included with every shipment.
Phytosanitary Certificate from Pakistan’s Department of Plant Protection confirms pest-free rice meeting Venezuela’s import requirements.
Pakistan offers highly competitive FOB prices for long-grain rice. HAG works with buyers to provide pricing that fits the requirements of Venezuela’s price-sensitive market.
25 kg and 50 kg polypropylene bags available for wholesale and distribution buyers. Custom branding and packaging options for importers targeting Venezuelan retail.
Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin (KCCI), Phytosanitary Certificate, Fumigation Certificate, and SGS Inspection Report provided as standard for SENIAT customs clearance.
Venezuela is a major rice-consuming nation. Rice is a daily staple in Venezuelan cuisine. The market is price-sensitive and volume-driven, with long-grain white rice the dominant segment. Venezuela has historically imported significant volumes to meet demand.
IRRI-6 long-grain non-Basmati rice is the primary market segment. Price is the dominant purchasing factor. Pakistan is a cost-competitive supplier for long-grain rice for price-sensitive markets like Venezuela.
Puerto Cabello is Venezuela’s principal commercial port for containerised imports. La Guaira, serving the capital Caracas, is the secondary port. Most rice imports clear through Puerto Cabello.
Transit from Karachi to Puerto Cabello is approximately 22–28 days via the Suez Canal and across the Atlantic to Venezuela’s north coast.
Venezuela’s customs authority SENIAT requires: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (KCCI), Phytosanitary Certificate, and Fumigation Certificate. Importers should verify current Venezuelan import licensing requirements with a local customs broker.
Standard minimum is 1 x 20-foot FCL (~24–26 MT). Venezuelan food importers often purchase multiple FCL quantities given the country’s large population and national distribution requirements. 40-foot containers are also available for higher-volume buyers.
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