VET (UTC-4:00) is 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This time zone is used exclusively in Venezuela, and it differs from other time zones like UYT (UTC-3:00), which is used by Uruguay and Argentina.

No, Venezuela does not observe daylight saving time (DST). The country has stayed on VET (UTC-4:00) year-round since the discontinuation of DST in 1965.

VET is used only in Venezuela. However, other countries in South America, like Guyana, use a similar offset, although Guyana observes UTC-4 year-round.

VET shares the same offset with countries like Bolivia and some regions in the Caribbean, such as the Netherlands Antilles. It is also used by parts of the Arctic and some ocean territories.

VET is 1 hour behind AST (Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-3), used by countries like Puerto Rico. It is 1 hour ahead of ECT (Ecuador Time, UTC-5) and 2 hours ahead of PST (Pacific Standard Time, UTC-6).

Venezuela abandoned daylight saving time in 1965 to avoid disruptions and ensure more consistent timekeeping. There were also concerns that the energy savings from DST were minimal and the economic benefits were limited.

VET (UTC-4:00) was established when Venezuela adopted a national standard time in 1965, aligning its time zone with neighboring countries to maintain regional consistency and economic ties.

The typical work hours in Venezuela are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. However, some businesses, particularly in urban areas, may have more flexible hours, with shifts extending into the evening.

Venezuela is a major oil producer, and its oil industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy. The use of VET ensures coordination with the country’s regional partners, especially in trade relations with the United States and other Latin American nations.