diff --git a/examples/python/gi/vpn-import.py b/examples/python/gi/vpn-import.py
index 929dd75fcc..0db19a2587 100755
--- a/examples/python/gi/vpn-import.py
+++ b/examples/python/gi/vpn-import.py
@@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ def added_cb(client, result, data):
     try:
         client.add_connection_finish(result)
         print("The connection profile has been successfully added to NetworkManager.")
-    except Exception, e:
+    except Exception as e:
         print("ERROR: failed to add connection: %s\n" % e)
     main_loop.quit()