Bolivia visa application and requirements

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  • Business visa
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  • Transit visa
    required
A visa is required for this destination.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

Transit visa not required for Passengers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 24 hours. They must stay in the international transit area of the airport and have documents required for the next destination.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

Please upload all supporting documents (including a scan of your passport) requested below. These are required to allow us to process your visa application form in order for you to sign the original. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

Please upload all supporting documents (including a scan of your passport) requested below. These are required to allow us to process your visa application form in order for you to sign the original. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

The Specific Purpose visa is required for anyone traveling to Bolivia for business, paid work, marriage, any other activity not related to tourism.

Processing times may take 4 to 6 weeks due to limited availability of visa stickers at the embassy.

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  • Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

    • Scanned copy of passport
    • Passport photo

    Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

    Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL 2 PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Complete itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary showing all intermediary countries between your destination and return to country of origin. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page. Only required if entering certain areas with high risk of transmission.

  • Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

  • Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Hotel Reservation. Hotel reservations for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. Reservations must be from the hotel directly or hotel reservation provided by a traveling agency. No reservations from internet booking websites or similar will be accepted.

  • Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.

  • Letter of Authorization. A letter authorizing VisaHQ to submit paperwork and pick up the passport from the embassy upon completion of the visa process. Please complete Authorization Letter here.

  • Electronic copies of documents. Upload copies of documents. Upon placing your order please upload electronic scans or photographs of your passport information and your photo. These scans are necessary for VisaHQ to generate your application form.

  • Valid passport. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of transit is usually required.

  • Onward Ticket. Proof of a confirmed flight ticket to a third country (not returning to the country of origin) within the allowed transit period (often 24–72 hours).

  • Nationality Eligibility. Travelers from certain countries may need a transit visa even for airside transit, while others (e.g., EU, US, Canada passport holders) are often exempt.

  • Visa for Final Destination. If the destination country requires a visa, it must be obtained prior to transit, and proof may be required during transit.

  • Proof of Sufficient Funds. Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover reasonable expences.

  • Layover Duration. Must be within the country’s allowed visa-free transit period (e.g., 24 hours in China, 72 hours in some Gulf countries). Longer stays may require a transit visa.

  • Clean Travel Record. No bans or restrictions in the transit country, as immigration systems may flag travelers with prior violations.

  • Airline and Airport Rules. Compliance with specific airline or airport policies, as some may enforce stricter checks (e.g., boarding only with confirmed transit visa).

  • Visa application form. Important Note: Please upload or send us electronically the following documents needed for the generation of your application form:

    • Scanned copy of passport
    • Passport photo

    Do not mail anything to VisaHQ without the generated application form.

    Once application form has been generated, please also note that ALL 2 PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

  • Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Background Check. A background check/certificate of good conduct issued by INTERPOL.

  • Taxpayer Identification Number. A certified copy of the Tax Identification number or original electronic certification if the country was established in Bolivia.

  • Business registration. A copy of the host organization's Certificate of Incorporation or business registration in the country of destination.

  • Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the country of residence such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page. Only required if entering certain areas with high risk of transmission.

  • Letter of Authorization. A letter authorizing VisaHQ to submit paperwork and pick up the passport from the embassy upon completion of the visa process. Please complete Authorization Letter here.

  • Electronic copies of documents. Upload copies of documents. Upon placing your order please upload electronic scans or photographs of your passport information and your photo. These scans are necessary for VisaHQ to generate your application form.

  • Visa application form. Important note: Please upload or sent us the required documents/requirements below electronically for the generation of your application form.

    Please also note that ALL 2 PAGES of your application require your original signature. Each page of your application must be printed SINGLE-SIDED only. Applications printed/signed double-sided will be rejected.

  • Original passport. Upload a clear scan of your passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity. Passport MUST contain at least two blank visa pages in order for the visa to be issued.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Complete itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary showing all intermediary countries between your destination and return to country of origin. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page. Only required if entering certain areas with high risk of transmission.

  • Bank statement. A copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Hotel Reservation. Hotel reservations for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. Reservations must be from the hotel directly or hotel reservation provided by a traveling agency. No reservations from internet booking websites or similar will be accepted.

  • Personal invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date.

  • Letter of Authorization. A letter authorizing VisaHQ to submit paperwork and pick up the passport from the embassy upon completion of the visa process. Please complete Authorization Letter here.

  • Electronic copies of documents. Upload copies of documents. Upon placing your order please upload electronic scans or photographs of your passport information and your photo. These scans are necessary for VisaHQ to generate your application form.

  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include a passport style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Complete itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary showing all intermediary countries between your destination and return to country of origin. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page .

  • State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State addressed to the "Embassy of Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Washington D.C. ", giving a detailed description of the purpose of travel, the names and addresses of any organizations to be visited, and the dates of the trip. The letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number and should have a statement confirming that the US Embassy in Bolivia (Plurinational State of) will take full responsibility for the applicant.

  • Letter of Authorization. A letter authorizing VisaHQ to submit paperwork and pick up the passport from the embassy upon completion of the visa process. Please complete Authorization Letter here.

Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for

A visa is not required for this destination.

Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for Tourist visa


Additional steps you may take:
  • Check the current validity of your passport and the availability of blank visa pages

  • Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Bolivia

    Take advantage of our extensive embassy and consular database to find the nearest one. Upon contacting the embassy confirm the required documents, the time it takes to process the visa and whether the consulate accepts applications by mail.

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