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Requirements for entering Bolivia

Entry to Bolivia from Abroad

It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and comply with any other immigration requirements before traveling.

VISA for tourism:

  • Countries in “Group 1” do not require a visa to enter Bolivia  (Canada, Australia, Schengen countries, Mercosur countries, Mexico, New Zealand)
  • Countries in “Group 2” require a visa (Singapore, China, Korea)
  • Countries in “Group 3” require a visa (USA, Indonesia, Pakistan, Israel)
  • Where to process your visa?
    • Online and at your nearest consulate: Process the visa before arrival online here and continue at your nearest consulate.
      • Citizens from countries listed on Group 1 may enter Bolivia without a visa for a period of up to 90 days (permitted length of stay is initially 30 days, then it can be extended free of charge).
      • Citizens from countries listed on Group 2 may obtain a visa for Bolivia valid for 30 days from their nearest Bolivian consulate – some of which offer online applications. Under some circumstances, you can request a tourist Visa at the airport or at the Bolivian border, however it’s recommended that travelers not rely on this option.
      • Citizens from countries listed on Group 3 are required to obtain a tourist visa from a Bolivian consulate prior to traveling to Bolivia. (Except of US citizen that can obtain their visa at the border or the airport.)

  • Online Visa Application Process:

    • Complete the Visa form online and upload all documentation on the website Online Visa Application (On the top right, change the language to English).

    • Get copies of all documentation, including the signed copy of the Visa form, and send all the documents via e-mail to the consulate selected on your application.

    • Once your application is verified online, the Bolivian authorities will contact you via email, and will give you an appointment to the selected consulate office. On the day of the appointment, the applicant must go in person, with all the original documentation ordered in a file.

    • If the application file for the visa is incomplete, it will be denied.

Documents to Present at the border

Bring all documents printed or photocopied, two copies of each.

Group 1
 Group 2
 Group 3
All travelers from countries in Group 1 have to present the following documents at the border (bring TWO copies of each)

  • Valid passport: At least 6 months’ validity, with empty pages. (Two photocopies of the passport)
  • Trip itinerary and return flight tickets (if applicable)
  • Completed at the border: accompanied Baggage and Foreign Currency Entry Affidavit (Form N°250)
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Card (front and back): Required only for high-risk zones*; not required if visiting Uyuni only.
 All travelers from countries in Group 2 have to present the following documents at the border (bring TWO copies of each)

  • Visa application form completed and signed or bring USD 60 per person in cash (in good condition, no stains or marks) to process your visa at the border.
  • Valid passport: At least 6 months’ validity, with empty pages (Two photocopies of the passport)
  • Trip itinerary and return flight tickets (if applicable)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter)
  • Proof of funds:
    • Sworn declaration of financial means provided at the border.
    • Copy of last 3 bank statement or credit card (joint accounts: each member must provide a copy)
  • Four (4) passport size photographs (4×4 and white background).
  • Completed at the border: accompanied Baggage and Foreign Currency Entry Affidavit (Form N°250)
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Card (front and back): Required only for high-risk zones*; not required if visiting Uyuni only.
  • Not US citizens: Visa application form completed and signed
  • US Citizens, bring the exact amount of USD 165 per person in cash (in good condition, no stains or marks) to process your visa at the border.

All travelers from countries in Group 3 have to present the following documents at the border (bring TWO copies of each)

    • Valid passport: At least 6 months’ validity, with empty pages (Two photocopies of the passport)
    • Trip itinerary and return flight tickets (if applicable)
    • Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter)
    • Proof of funds:
      • Sworn declaration of financial means (US citizens: provided at the border)
      • Copy of last 3 months bank statement or credit card (joint accounts: each member must provide a copy)
    • Four (4) passport size photographs (4×4 and white background).
    • Police Clearance Certificate
    • Completed at the border: accompanied Baggage and Foreign Currency Entry Affidavit (Form N°250)
    • Yellow Fever Vaccination Card (front and back): Required only for high-risk zones*; not required if visiting Uyuni only.
*Yellow Fever Vaccination Information:

  • The yellow fever vaccine is required for travelers over one-year-old entering Bolivia from countries with a risk of transmission and to travel to areas below 2,300 m (7,545 ft) east of the Andes. The entire departments of Beni, Pando, Santa Cruz, and designated areas in the departments of Chuquisaca, Cochabamba, La Paz, and Tarija.
  • The vaccine is not needed for areas above 2,300 m (7,545 ft) (such as city of La Paz, Uyuni, La Quiaca, Tupiza and Sucre) unless visiting risk zones.
  • It must be administered at least 10 days before arrival and recorded on the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP).

Recommended

  • A Travel Medical Insurance is not mandatory, but highly recommended. Coverage should include accidents, medical expenses, emergency repatriation, personal liability, and adventure activities not covered under standard insurance.

If you plan to visit Chile, review the Requirements for Entering Chile.

If you plan to visit Easter Island, review the Requirements for Entering Bolivia.

If you plan to visit Argentina, review the Requirements for Entering Argentina.

If you plan to visit or transit through Brazil, review the Requirements for Entering Brazil.