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Microsoft Visio Professional 2016
Quantity discount
| Quantity | % discount |
|---|---|
| 2+ | 1% |
| 3+ | 3% |
| 5+ | 5% |
Microsoft Visio Professional 2016
Microsoft Visio Professional 2016 turns complex processes, systems, and ideas into clear diagrams. Used by IT architects, business analysts, engineers, and project managers, Visio ships with hundreds of shapes and templates — from flowcharts and organisation charts to network diagrams, floor plans, BPMN 2.0 process maps, and SharePoint workflows.
This is a perpetual licence — a one-time purchase with no subscription. Your licence never expires.
Choose your licence variant
| Variant | Activations | Transferable? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| OEM | Single activation, single device | No — tied to the first hardware | Personal workstations, budget-conscious buyers |
| Retail | Multiple re-activations on the same computer | No — tied to the activation device | Users who reinstall Windows or reset their PC |
What's in Visio Professional 2016
- Full template library — everything in Visio Standard 2016 plus advanced templates for IT, engineering, and business
- BPMN 2.0, EPK, and ISO notations — document and validate business processes with industry-standard notation; combine notations when metadata matches
- Data Visualizer — create a diagram directly from a data source (Excel, Access, SQL Server); works for standard flow diagrams and horizontal/vertical cross-functional diagrams
- Shape-data — attach metadata directly to shapes; diagrams can be linked permanently to external data sources and refresh automatically
- Black Themes (Dark Mode) — muted-colour UI design that's easier on the eyes during long sessions
- Optimised search assistant — faster shape and template discovery
- File export — save as Adobe PDF, AutoCAD, JPG, or XML; share via SharePoint, OneDrive, or web browser
- SharePoint and Project Server workflows — build visual approval and routing flows
System requirements
| Operating system | Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, 11, or Windows Server 2008 R2+ |
| Processor | 1 GHz or faster, x86 or x64, with SSE2 |
| RAM | 2 GB (64-bit) / 1 GB (32-bit) |
| Disk space | 3 GB free |
| Display | 1024 × 576 minimum, DirectX 10-capable GPU |
| .NET | .NET 3.5 required for some features |
| Internet | Required for activation and updates |
About Visio 2016 post-support
Microsoft extended support for Visio 2016 ended on 14 October 2025. Your perpetual licence continues to work indefinitely — the software does not stop functioning. What changes is that Microsoft has stopped issuing security and feature updates for Visio 2016.
For most individual users and small teams, this is acceptable — Visio is not typically a high-attack-surface application. For organisations subject to compliance frameworks requiring supported software (e.g. SOC 2, ISO 27001), Microsoft recommends Visio 2019 (perpetual, also past extended support as of 2025-10-14), Visio 2021 (perpetual, supported through 2026-10-14), or Visio Plan 2 (subscription, continuously updated).
Frequently asked questions
Does Visio 2016 work on Mac?
No. Microsoft Visio has never been released for macOS. For Mac diagramming, alternatives include Microsoft 365 with Visio web (requires a Visio Plan 1 or 2 subscription), Lucidchart, OmniGraffle, or draw.io.
Will my licence stop working after 14 October 2025?
No. Perpetual licences never expire. Microsoft has stopped issuing updates, but the installed software continues to run on supported Windows versions.
What's the difference between OEM and Retail?
OEM is tied to the first hardware it activates on. Retail allows re-activation on the same computer (e.g. after reinstalling Windows) but is still bound to that one device.
Can I upgrade to Visio 2019, 2021, or Plan 2?
There is no in-place upgrade path. You would need to purchase a new licence. Visio 2019 is also post-support; Visio 2021 is still under extended support through 14 October 2026.
Is this a genuine Microsoft licence?
Yes. Licendi sources all licences through authorised channels. Every key is verifiable through Microsoft activation servers.
How is the licence delivered?
Instantly by email after payment. You receive the product key, download link (32-bit and 64-bit installers), and activation instructions.
Buy Microsoft Visio Professional 2016 with Licendi
Questions about OEM vs Retail, post-support implications, or installation? Our multilingual support team is available via live chat and email.
Licence model
OEM (1511-1 — €31.24): single activation. Tied to the PC where it's first activated; not transferable.
Retail (1511-2 — €49.99): reinstallable on the same device. Bound to the first PC but supports re-activation after reinstall or format.
Both variants are perpetual — pay once, use indefinitely. Multilingual installer (32-bit and 64-bit).
What you receive
- Genuine Microsoft product key
- Official download link for Visio Professional 2016 (32-bit and 64-bit installers)
- PDF invoice
- Step-by-step activation guide
How to activate
- Download Visio 2016 Professional using the link in your Licendi email
- Install Visio on your Windows PC
- Open Visio, sign in with your Microsoft account, then enter the product key when prompted — activation is immediate
Support
24/7 email support and live chat. If a key doesn't activate, write to us — we'll work on a solution for you.
About Visio 2016 post-support
Microsoft extended support for Visio 2016 ended on 14 October 2025. Your perpetual licence continues to work — Microsoft has simply stopped issuing security and feature updates. Organisations requiring continuous updates should consider Visio 2019 (perpetual, also post-support as of 2025-10-14), Visio 2021 (perpetual, supported through 14 October 2026), or Visio Plan 2 (subscription).
System requirements — Visio Professional 2016
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, 11, or Windows Server 2008 R2+ |
| Processor | 1 GHz or faster, x86 or x64, with SSE2 |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM (64-bit) or 1 GB RAM (32-bit) |
| Storage | 3 GB available disk space |
| Display | 1024 × 576 minimum, DirectX 10-capable GPU |
| .NET | .NET 3.5 required for some features |
| Internet | Required for activation and updates |
| Architecture | 32-bit and 64-bit installers, multilingual |
As of 2026-04-22. Microsoft Visio Professional 2016 is Windows-only — Microsoft has never released Visio for Mac. Extended support for Visio 2016 ended on 14 October 2025; perpetual licences continue to work.
| Delivery | Digital |
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