Visa for Bolivia
Apr 24, 2016, 11:48 pm
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Visa for Bolivia
Just curious if anyone has entered Bolivia recently via El Alto airport and was able to obtain a Visa at the airport for $160. Read many things on Tripadvisor so far about it being an option, instead of having to send off my passport ahead of time to get one prior to my trip later this year.
Any experiences please share, thanks in advance.
Any experiences please share, thanks in advance.
Oct 28, 2022, 10:52 am
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I see what you mean.
According to the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC, the answer is "no." VISAS (boliviawdc.org) The United States is listed as a group 1 country for which a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 30 days. After 30 days one must apply for an extension and there might be a fee for that.
However, to your point, the US Dept of State embassy in Bolivia has conflicting info on its webpage: Information on Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements - U.S. Embassy in Bolivia (usembassy.gov)
While some posters here are pretty knowledgeable, for your own protection it is best to not rely on info from an internet chat-board - the best thing you should do is contact directly a Bolivian embassy or consulate:
1718 Connecticut Ave
Washington D.C., 20009
Tel: (202) 232-4827 / 4828
Fax: (202) 232-8017
Lunes a Viernes: 9:00am - 3:00pm
If you do need a visa, this is where to start: Tourist visa (boliviawdc.org)
According to the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC, the answer is "no." VISAS (boliviawdc.org) The United States is listed as a group 1 country for which a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 30 days. After 30 days one must apply for an extension and there might be a fee for that.
However, to your point, the US Dept of State embassy in Bolivia has conflicting info on its webpage: Information on Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements - U.S. Embassy in Bolivia (usembassy.gov)
While some posters here are pretty knowledgeable, for your own protection it is best to not rely on info from an internet chat-board - the best thing you should do is contact directly a Bolivian embassy or consulate:
1718 Connecticut Ave
Washington D.C., 20009
Tel: (202) 232-4827 / 4828
Fax: (202) 232-8017
Lunes a Viernes: 9:00am - 3:00pm
If you do need a visa, this is where to start: Tourist visa (boliviawdc.org)
Last edited by Section 107; Oct 28, 2022 at 12:59 pm
Oct 29, 2022, 6:57 pm
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I see what you mean.
According to the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC, the answer is "no." VISAS (boliviawdc.org) The United States is listed as a group 1 country for which a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 30 days. After 30 days one must apply for an extension and there might be a fee for that.
However, to your point, the US Dept of State embassy in Bolivia has conflicting info on its webpage: Information on Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements - U.S. Embassy in Bolivia (usembassy.gov)
While some posters here are pretty knowledgeable, for your own protection it is best to not rely on info from an internet chat-board - the best thing you should do is contact directly a Bolivian embassy or consulate:
1718 Connecticut Ave
Washington D.C., 20009
Tel: (202) 232-4827 / 4828
Fax: (202) 232-8017
Lunes a Viernes: 9:00am - 3:00pm
If you do need a visa, this is where to start: Tourist visa (boliviawdc.org)
According to the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC, the answer is "no." VISAS (boliviawdc.org) The United States is listed as a group 1 country for which a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 30 days. After 30 days one must apply for an extension and there might be a fee for that.
However, to your point, the US Dept of State embassy in Bolivia has conflicting info on its webpage: Information on Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements - U.S. Embassy in Bolivia (usembassy.gov)
While some posters here are pretty knowledgeable, for your own protection it is best to not rely on info from an internet chat-board - the best thing you should do is contact directly a Bolivian embassy or consulate:
1718 Connecticut Ave
Washington D.C., 20009
Tel: (202) 232-4827 / 4828
Fax: (202) 232-8017
Lunes a Viernes: 9:00am - 3:00pm
If you do need a visa, this is where to start: Tourist visa (boliviawdc.org)
Dec 9, 2022, 10:54 am
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I received a visa on arrival a few weeks ago at VVI with a US passport and yes there was a $160 fee. Make sure bills are in very good shape and probably bring some extra. I’ve always heard that warning about some places but this was the only time I’ve really seen it enforced.really I had three or four $20 bills returned to me because they had tears of about 2mm.
You’ll also need a copy of your hotel reservation as well as flight leaving Bolivia. It’s a relatively straight forward process though and it is a 10 year multi entry visa.
You’ll also need a copy of your hotel reservation as well as flight leaving Bolivia. It’s a relatively straight forward process though and it is a 10 year multi entry visa.
Jan 8, 2023, 1:34 pm
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According to the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC, the answer is "no." VISAS (boliviawdc.org) The United States is listed as a group 1 country for which a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 30 days. After 30 days one must apply for an extension and there might be a fee for that.
Last edited by gq_dq; Jan 8, 2023 at 1:39 pm
Jan 9, 2023, 3:31 pm
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It looks like the $200 multiple entry visa is just for travelers who purpose for travel is investment/business and the free visa is for tourists. I believe the best way to get an accurate answer is to directly contact a Bolivian consulate/embassy.