1. the act of officially giving out or distributing something
Usage: formal

Examples

• The issuance of new passports has been delayed due to technical problems.
• The company announced the issuance of additional shares to raise capital.
• The government’s issuance of emergency warnings helped save lives.
• Banks must follow strict procedures for the issuance of credit cards.
• The issuance of building permits requires proper documentation.
• The treasury department oversees the issuance of government bonds.