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Bolivia tourist visa

Your nationality decides whether you can visit without a visa or must apply before travelling.

Ways to get a Bolivia tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry for 180 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Mexico can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 180 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  3. Visa-free entry for 90 days in any 180 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Russia can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  4. Visa-free entry for 90 days within a year

    No visa needed

    Citizens of European Union member states except Cyprus, and citizens of the other countries listed here, can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days within a year.

  5. Visa from an embassy or consulate

    Visa needed

    Citizens of Group 2 countries must obtain a visa before arrival. The countries in this group are not listed.

    1. Contact a Bolivian embassy or consulate to check its application process.
    2. If required, submit your personal information, supporting documents and payment through the online portal.
    3. Submit your passport and any additional documents requested by the embassy or consulate.
    4. Attend an interview if required and obtain the visa sticker before travelling.

  6. Visa with extra authorisation

    Visa needed

    Citizens of the listed Group 3 countries need extra authorisation from a Bolivian embassy or consulate.

    1. Contact a Bolivian embassy or consulate about the extra authorisation.
    2. Follow its visa application process, including the online application if required.
    3. Submit your passport and the supporting documents it requests.
    4. Attend an interview if required and obtain the visa sticker before travelling.

Who needs it

Citizens of Group 2 countries must get a visa before arrival. Citizens of Group 3 countries also need extra authorisation from a Bolivian embassy or consulate.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the countries listed below can enter without a visa for the stated period.

Good to know

  • Keep within the stay limit that applies to your nationality.
  • Visa-free stay limits vary by nationality.
  • Fees, processing times and stay limits for embassy-issued visas are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Bolivia?

Citizens of Group 2 countries must get a visa before arrival. Citizens of Group 3 countries also need extra authorisation from a Bolivian embassy or consulate. Citizens of the countries listed below can enter without a visa for the stated period.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Bolivia?

There are 6 options: Visa-free entry for 180 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days in any 180 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 90 days within a year (no visa at all); Visa from an embassy or consulate (a visa from an embassy); Visa with extra authorisation (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Bolivia without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Mexico can enter without a visa. Citizens of the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Palestine and the United Kingdom can enter without a visa. Citizens of Russia can enter without a visa. Citizens of European Union member states except Cyprus, and citizens of the other countries listed here, can enter without a visa.

How long can I stay on a Bolivia tourist visa?

Most listed visa-free nationalities: up to 90 days within a year.

What rules do I have to follow on a Bolivia tourist visa?

Keep within the stay limit that applies to your nationality.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Bolivia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Bolivia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Bolivia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Bolivia tourist visa rules?

On Bolivia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Bolivia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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