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Visa-free Countries for Bolivia Passport Holders

Every destination Bolivian can enter visa-free — visa-not-required, visa-on-arrival and eVisa options.

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E-visa countries for Bolivian passport holders

1 countries require Bolivian passport holders to obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) online before they travel.

General visa requirements & things to know before you travel

A general checklist of what most countries ask for when Bolivian apply for a visa.

  • A valid international travel passport
  • A completed visa application form
  • The applicable visa fee
  • Evidence of permission to enter the destination country
  • A photocopy of your passport data page
  • Financial proof — an original bank statement
  • A letter of invitation, where one is required

Exact requirements vary by destination and visa type — always confirm what your destination needs before you apply.

Visa information for other nationalities

Visa requirements for travellers from other countries visiting Bolivia.

About Bolivia

Bolivia is a landlocked country in the heart of South America surrounded by Peru, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and Paraguay. Owing to the appeals of the countries around Bolivia, it is an often overlooked country, but a nonetheless appealing one. The official capital of Bolivia is Sucre whilst its administrative capital is La Paz. Bolivia has impeccable jungles and some parts of it even spill into the Amazon.

The weather in Bolivia offers two primary seasons; a dry season which lasts from April to November and Rainy season which lasts from November to March. Hats and gloves will most probably come in handy in Bolivia due to the powerful daytime sun. In the daytime, it is most advisable to dress lightly. However, the evenings are cold and sweaters should come in handy.

Bolivia is a multi-ethnic country and is 30% Quechua, 30% Mestizo, 25% Aymara and 15% Caucasian people. It is a Christian nation; 95% Roman Catholic and 5% Protestant. Bolivian cuisine is a combination of Spanish cuisine with indigenous ingredients featuring foods like corn, potatoes, quinoa, beans, rice, wheat, and meat.

Some tourist locations in Bolivia are:

  • The Witches' Market: Located in the city of La Paz, the streets of this famous market are lined with numerous shops filled with potions, lotions and mystic objects or talismans. The witches' market certainly provides a fascinating tourist location for collecting souvenirs.
  • Death Road: This mountain track was once known as the world's most dangerous road. Tourists seeking a more adrenaline-stimulating experience may subscribe to cycling the downhill ride. Public and private transportation options are available for those who don't want to ride down.
  • National Park Madidi: This park starts in the Andes and stretches to the Amazon. It boasts its own unique specie of monkeys, the titi monkeys which are found nowhere else in the world. There are also jaguars, exotic bird species, and giant otters to be spotted here.
  • La Paz: La Paz is the second highest city in the world. It offers a lot of interesting locations to visit such as museums, art centres, a zoo in Mallasa, and the very ancient Valley of the Moon. Also, this is the city to catch sight of those famous traffic directing "zebras".
  • The Ancient Ruins of Tiahuanaco: Tiahuanaco, sometimes spelled "Tiwanaku", was the ceremonial epicentre of Andean culture and boasts ruins of the Puerta del Sol (Sun Gate), temples, monoliths. It also has a museum where knowledge about Andean culture is collected. Tiwanaku is arguably the oldest city on earth.

In February/March, the otherwise sleepy town if Oruoro wakes up to host the second biggest carnival in the world; the Oruoro carnival. The carnival features folk dances, beautiful crafts, lively music, and nonstop partying.

There are different kinds of accommodation in Bolivia.

Visa rules change often. Always confirm the latest requirements with the official embassy or consulate before you travel.