Consulate-General of Venezuela in Chicago, Illinois
The address historically associated with the Venezuela Consulate-General in Chicago, Illinois has served the Venezuelan community in Illinois and, in some cases, neighboring states. Whether this office is currently open to the public and processing routine consular services should be confirmed before you rely on it (see the status note below).
Status — reopening underway (verified June 10, 2026). US–Venezuela diplomatic relations, severed in January 2019, were formally restored in March 2026 after Venezuela’s political transition. Venezuela has retaken its diplomatic sites and announced a gradual reopening of its consular network, with passport services cited as the first to resume — but this office’s routine public services have not been confirmed as resumed as of this page’s verification date. Treat the contact details below as historical reference and confirm current availability through official Venezuelan government channels. See the 10-year passport validity rule and current routes.
Contact information (historical reference — verify before use)
⚠️ Address from open civic data (OpenStreetMap) — this is a historical listing and may be outdated. Confirm the office is currently operating before traveling.
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| 📍 Address | 20 North Wacker Drive 1925, 60606, Chicago, Illinois |
| 🗺️ Location | View on OpenStreetMap (41.8829, -87.6373) |
Address on record (historical — verify before use)
Sourced from open civic data, last verified 2026-05-27. Venezuela’s consular network in the US is reopening gradually after the March 2026 restoration of diplomatic relations — confirm whether this office is operating and verify the address directly with an official Venezuelan government source before traveling.
- Address: 20 North Wacker Drive Suite 1925, Chicago, IL 60606
- Map: OpenStreetMap
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) (data verified 2026-05-27). Verify directly before traveling.
Services historically offered
When operating normally, a consulate-general of this type has historically offered the following services. Confirm current availability before relying on any of them:
- Passport renewal and new issuance
- No consular ID issued — verify service availability as the network reopens
- Birth registration (children born in the US)
- Notarizations and powers of attorney
- Birth, marriage, death certificates (transcription)
- Voting from abroad (where applicable)
- Consular protection in legal or emergency cases
- Assistance in cases of immigration detention
Important: Exact service availability may vary by consulate. Some consulates offer specialized services (mobile clinics, consular protection programs, legal assistance), while others operate with reduced staff. Always confirm in advance.
How to verify current address, phone, and hours
Consulates occasionally relocate or adjust hours. For current, official information:
- Visit the Ministerio del Poder Popular para Relaciones Exteriores de Venezuela
- Search for “Chicago” or “Illinois” in the directory
- Confirm the office is currently operating and verify office hours before any visit
- If an appointment system is active, request an appointment (Venezuelan consular offices have historically required one)
Before your appointment — checklist
- ☐ Valid identification (Venezuela or US)
- ☐ Proof of US residency (recent dated)
- ☐ Supporting documents for the specific procedure (birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.)
- ☐ Recent photo (verify the exact format required)
- ☐ Payment for consular fees (accepted forms — cash, money order, etc.)
- ☐ Appointment confirmation (printed or digital)
Consular procedures — step-by-step guides
The most common services at this consulate (full step-by-step guides):
- Renew your passport
- Get your consular ID (matrícula consular)
- Grant a power of attorney
- Register a US-born child
- Vote from the US
Related information
- All Venezuelan consulates in the US
- Illinois DMV & driver’s licenses for immigrants
- US taxes & the ITIN for immigrants
Last verified: 2026-06-10. General information — not legal advice. Always verify current details with the consular office before your visit.
Sources: Ministerio del Poder Popular para Relaciones Exteriores de Venezuela
Related procedural information
- ITIN — tax filing without SSN — required to file US taxes regardless of immigration status
- DMV driver’s licenses by state — license rules vary by state for non-US citizens
- ITIN-friendly US bank accounts — checking accounts that open without an SSN
- State immigration courts (EOIR) — find judges, Webex links, telephonic access
- Find immigration attorney — pro bono lists, AILA, BIA-recognized providers
