Consulate-General of Venezuela in Los Angeles, California

The address historically associated with the Venezuela Consulate-General in Los Angeles, California has served the Venezuelan community in California 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 routine public services at these offices have not been confirmed as resumed as of this page’s verification date. Treat contact details as historical reference and confirm current availability through official Venezuelan government channels. See the 10-year passport validity rule and current routes.

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:

  1. Visit the Ministerio del Poder Popular para Relaciones Exteriores de Venezuela
  2. Search for “Los Angeles” or “California” in the directory
  3. Confirm the office is currently operating and verify office hours before any visit
  4. 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):

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