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).
Important — operational status uncertain. Following the severance of diplomatic relations between the United States and Venezuela in January 2019, the operational status of Venezuela’s official consular presence in the United States has been disrupted and remains uncertain. This office may not be open to the public, may have relocated, or may not be processing routine consular services for the general public. Confirm current availability through an official Venezuelan government source before relying on any listing or traveling to an address.
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
- Consular ID / matrícula consular
- 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 “Los Angeles” or “California” 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)
Related information
Last verified: 2026-05-24. 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
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- State immigration courts (EOIR) — find judges, Webex links, telephonic access
- Find immigration attorney — pro bono lists, AILA, BIA-recognized providers
Venezuelan community in California
An estimated 27,518 Venezuelan-origin residents live in California, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey (ACS). The Los Angeles consulate serves this community.
Counties with the largest population
| County | Venezuelan residents |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | 8,531 |
| Orange County | 2,765 |
| San Diego County | 2,398 |
| Santa Clara County | 1,574 |
| Riverside County | 1,533 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year Estimates, table B03001 (Hispanic origin by specific origin).
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