The country has suffered five years of recession marked by shortages of basic necessities as well as failing public services, including water, electricity and transport.
On Tuesday, Guaido claimed to have also secured the backing of Venezuelan soldiers, while the country's leftist government said an attempted coup was under way.
"They are no longer recognized as representatives of Venezuela in Costa Rica, and therefore, do not enjoy immunities and privileges," the Foreign Ministry press release reads.Â
