🇧🇴Bolivia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
South America· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Bolivia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 195 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 63 enter Bolivia visa-free and 132 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
63
nationalities
Consular visa
132
nationalities
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Transit visa for Bolivia
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 5 days
- Fee:
- 50 USD
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (gacetaoficialdebolivia.gob.bo), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Bolivia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Bolivia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Bolivia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Bolivia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 50-200 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 100 USD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 0-50 USD | 20 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 100 USD | 30 business days | Portal | |
| Transit visa | Transit | 5 days | 50 USD | 10 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
La Paz
Population
12,600,000
Currency
Boliviano (BOB Bs.)
Languages
Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
Continent
South America
Calling code
+591
Timezone
America/La_Paz
Area
1,098,580 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
August 6 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.bo
About
Bolivia is a landlocked South American country renowned for its geographic diversity including the Andes, Altiplano, and Amazon basin. Constitutional capital La Paz, governmental seat Sucre. Rich in natural resources such as lithium and natural gas.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, stay vigilant during public events
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check the condition of vehicles
Natural risks(Floods, earthquakes, and landslides)
- Follow weather alerts
- Avoid risk zones during the rainy season
Health(Limited healthcare system outside major cities)
- Hepatitis A/B, typhoid, yellow fever vaccines
- Bottled water only
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Repatriation insurance
- Copies of important documents
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in La Paz · estimated in October 2026
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Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
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Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Bolivia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Bolivia across 195 nationalities: 63 visa-free, 132 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Bolivia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 50 USD (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Bolivia?▾
Bolivia issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 5 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Bolivia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Medium to high risk depending on areas, urban crime and frequent protests". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Bolivia?▾
The official currency is Boliviano (BOB Bs.). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Bolivia?▾
The capital of Bolivia is La Paz. The main spoken languages are: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara.
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