The "Exp." date field on the Venezuela visa form
Does "Exp." next to the passport number mean expiration?
The abbreviation trips up English speakers because it looks like "expiration". The rule below says what it actually means.
Facts on this page verified through Sep 25, 2026.
Exp.The "Exp." date next to the passport number
- What it means
- "Exp." next to the passport number means expedición, the issue date, not the expiration date.
- What to enter
- Enter the date your passport was issued.
- Common mistake
- Entering the expiration date.
Reported by applicantsLast verified Sep 25, 2026Source
Passport validity and blank pages
The passport must be valid for 6 or more months and have 2 blank pages.
What to do: Check the expiry date against your return date before you start. Renew first if it is close.
Common mistake: Applying with a passport that expires within six months of the trip.
Official sourceLast verified Sep 25, 2026
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