Visa for the United States from Bolivia: price, documents and processing time 2026
Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Bolivia apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.
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Have your application checked before you submit it
A person reads your documents and tells you in writing what is missing or inconsistent: insurance, accommodation, dates, funds, where to apply.
- You pay €29 by card, secure payment by Stripe.
- You email your documents to [email protected] from the address you paid with.
- You get our written reply within 48 hours, or your money back.
The €29 does not include the appointment, the submission or the visa fees. IziVisas is not a consulate: only the consulate decides.
Pay €29 and have my application checkedOfficial fee
185 USD
Our guide to the United States visa from Bolivia
Holders of a Bolivian passport must obtain a consular visa before travelling to the United States. Apply before departure by booking an appointment with the relevant embassy or consulate and following its official instructions.
Prepare the application well in advance and check the official portal or the relevant embassy for current instructions. A standard file usually includes a form, photographs and supporting evidence.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, holders of a Bolivian passport must obtain a consular visa before travelling to the United States. The application must be made through the relevant embassy or consulate, in line with the procedures published by the official authorities.
How much does a visa for the United States cost from Bolivia?
185 USD
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for the United States really cost?
- Government fee185 USD
- Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
- ExtrasVariable
What documents are required for a visa for the United States?
Documents required for a visa for the United States:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Visa fee payment
- Interview at embassy or consulate
- Biometric data (fingerprints)
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Employment certificate or proof of activity
Documents and fees
A standard application file includes a form, photographs, and evidence of accommodation, financial resources and insurance. Check the official portal or contact the relevant embassy directly for the exact documents required and any applicable fees.
How to apply for a visa for the United States from Bolivia
- 1Book an appointment at the embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
- 2Assemble the complete file before the appointment.
- 3Submit the file and provide your biometric data.
- 4Track the processing and wait for the decision.
- 5Collect your passport with the visa sticker.
How to apply
Book an appointment with the relevant embassy or consulate and follow the steps shown on the official portal. Complete the required form, prepare the application file and attend the appointment with the documents requested by the consular authority.
Where do you apply for a visa for the United States from Bolivia?
A consular visa for the United States is filed with the diplomatic post accredited for Bolivia, or with the application centre that post has appointed.
- The competent post is the one accredited for Bolivia, which is not always the nearest one geographically.
- An application centre collects the file and the biometrics. It does not decide, it cannot speed up a case, and it is not an agency.
- Appointments are booked with the post or the centre directly. A slot is never sold, and no one can guarantee one.
What if the United States has no embassy in Bolivia?
Then the application goes to the post accredited for Bolivia, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.
You live in Bolivia on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Bolivia but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for the United States take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
Appointment availability and processing times can vary at the relevant embassy or consulate. Do not buy tickets before the visa has been issued, and review official instructions before submitting the application.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Avoid submitting an incomplete file or attending without an appointment where one is required. Do not rely on unofficial information about supporting documents, and confirm with the relevant embassy that your evidence meets the current requirements.
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Other visa types for United States
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- Medical costs covered up to $250,000
- 180+ countries, United States as an option
- Can be bought once you have left
- Pre-existing conditions not covered
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