Inklingo

How to Say "issuance" in Spanish

English → Spanish

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.

Learn Spanish with Inklingo

Interactive stories, personalized learning, and more.