Bolivia visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Bolivian Visa is not required for Rwandans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Rwanda citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Bolivia as tourists and the maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
  • Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
  • Original valid passport photograph (valid for at least for 6 months) with one copy of a recent photograph (Size: 37mmX37mm) is required.
  • Departure Tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay.
  • Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card will generally be sufficient for the duration of stay.
  • Rwandans from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
  • If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia, you must apply for a separate visa for this purpose.
  • Rwanda citizens are also required to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps from the Bolivian authorities every time you enter or exit Bolivia.
  • There are limited flights within Bolivia and to neighboring countries, hence, flight delays and cancellations are common.
  • Travelers below the age of eighteen will obtain authorization from the non-traveling parent or parents at a Bolivian Embassy or Consulate to exit Bolivia. 
  • Direct Flight from Kigali International Airport to La Paz, Bolivia is available.
  • Bolivia is currently on the the Greenwich Meridian Time Zone 4 (GMT+4), hence, Rwanda is 6 hours ahead of the country.
  • Transport in Bolivia is mostly by road. However, the railways were historically important in Bolivia, but now play a relatively small part in the country's transport system.
  • Spanish is the first official language of Bolivia, together with as many as 40 other indigenous languages spoken by the inhabitants of this country. Some of these include Quechua, Aymara, Chiquitano and Tupi-Guarani.
  • Bolivians are mostly Christians, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. A much smaller portion of the population participate actively in other religions.
  • Because of its constant rainfall, Bolivia has a humid and tropical climate. Travelers are advised to purchase umbrellas and raincoats when visiting. The hottest days in Bolivia are usually between December and January.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bolivia a safe country to visit?

Like many other countries that you visit as a tourist, there are bound  to be risks, especially if you don't speak the main language (Spanish). Compared to most South American countries however, Bolivia is safe for travellers, although crime rates have slightly increased in the last five years.

What is Bolivia famous for?

One of the famous tourist attraction centers in Bolivia is the Salar de Uyuni- this is the world's largest salt flat, spanning at 10,582 square kilometers. Others include the Paruma and Michincha Mountain peaks and the Isla Del Pescado Desert.

Where is Bolivia located?

Bolivia is located in Central South America.

What is the Bolivian currency?

Bolivia uses the boliviano as its national currency

What is the capital city of Boliva?

The capital city of Bolivia is Sucre.