How to Say "issuance" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “issuance” is “emisión” — use "emisión" when referring to the general act or process of officially releasing or distributing something, such as currency, documents, or even statements..
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emisión
nounB2official
Use "emisión" when referring to the general act or process of officially releasing or distributing something, such as currency, documents, or even statements.
Examples
La emisión de billetes nuevos es necesaria para la economía.
The issuance of new banknotes is necessary for the economy.
expedición
nounB2official
Use "expedición" specifically when talking about the process of preparing and delivering official documents, like passports or visas, to an individual.
Examples
La expedición de su licencia de conducir tardará una semana.
The issuance of your driver's license will take a week.
Emisión vs. Expedición
Learners often confuse "emisión" and "expedición" because both relate to official documents. Remember that "emisión" is broader, covering the act of releasing items like currency or general documents, while "expedición" is specific to the preparation and delivery of individual documents like passports or IDs.
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