Citizen of countries NOT mentioned on this list, it is vital that you check your specific visa requirements before traveling to Bolivia. We recommend visiting VisaHQ to stay up-to-date with all the latest visa & passport requirements. Visit VisaHQ.com
Please Note
Visa requirements for Bolivia vary by nationality. Many travelers — including citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and most of the EU — can now enter visa-free for tourism. It is still very important you check with your local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date visa & passport requirements for your passport.
Passport Requirements
Citizens of ALL countries: To enter Bolivia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after your travel dates. For example, if you are traveling to Bolivia in March, your passport must be valid through September of that year.
We strongly recommend making copies of your passport. Keep your original passport locked away in the safe of your hotel and carry a photocopy of your passport with you during your travels. You might also consider purchasing a passport holder to keep all your documents safe.
Visa Requirements
Good news for travelers: as of 1 December 2025, the United States was added to Bolivia’s visa-exempt list, so US citizens no longer need a visa to visit Bolivia for tourism — and the former US$160 visa fee no longer applies.
Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and most EU nations can now enter Bolivia visa-free for tourism, with a stay of up to 90 days within a 12-month period.
To determine if your nationality requires a visa, please contact the nearest Bolivian embassy to check current requirements.
Before You Arrive: SIGEMIG Pre-Registration
Bolivia now asks every foreign visitor to complete a free online pre-registration called SIGEMIG (Sistema de Gestión Migratoria) before arrival — regardless of nationality, and even if you don’t need a visa. It takes about 10 minutes, and you’ll need your lodging details for the trip.
Completing SIGEMIG ahead of time is the single best way to avoid being held up at immigration — it’s the most common cause of delays at La Paz’s El Alto airport. If you don’t register in advance, officials will register you on arrival, and failing to comply can result in a fine when you leave the country.
Visa Fees
With Bolivia’s move to visa-free tourism for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and most EU travelers, there is no tourist visa fee for these nationalities. If your nationality still requires a visa, check the current fee with the nearest Bolivian consulate or embassy.
Processing Time for Visas
If your nationality does require a visa, applications submitted through a Bolivian Consulate generally take between 5 and 10 business days, depending on where you apply. To be safe, allow plenty of time — we recommend applying as soon as your flights to Bolivia have been scheduled.
Vaccination Recommendations
If your trip includes Bolivia’s tropical lowlands or Amazon regions (such as the Beni, Pando, or Santa Cruz departments), or if you are arriving from a country with yellow fever risk, you may be asked to show an International Certificate of Vaccination for yellow fever. If your itinerary includes these areas, plan to get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.
We also recommend visiting the World Health Organization website for the most up-to-date country-specific vaccination requirements.
Learn More
Resources
Bolivia Embassy in Washington, DC
3014 Massachusetts Av. N.W.
Washington, DC 20008
United States
Phone: +1-202-483-4410
Phone: +1-202-483-4414
Fax: +1-202-328-3712
Email: assistant@bolivia-usa.orgWebsite URL: https://www.boliviawdc.org/
