Bolivia Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Bolivia. Your passport should have an expiry date at least 6 months after you arrive in Bolivia and at least 2 blank pages. You can visit for up to 90 days without a visa.
Bolivia travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
At least 2
Not needed for up to 90 days
Get one or risk a fine
Official source: GOV.UK Bolivia entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- 6 months validity from arrival
- At least 2 blank pages
- No visa for up to 90 days a year
- Get your entry stamp
Passport validity for Bolivia
GOV.UK says your passport should have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Bolivia and at least 2 blank pages.
Treat this as a firm requirement to avoid problems at the border.
Visas
You can visit Bolivia for up to 90 days without a visa. Border officials issue 30-day stamps, but you can stay for 90 days without a new stamp.
Tourists get 90 days of visa-free travel in a one-year period.
Arriving and border checks
Make sure you get an entry stamp, or you will have to pay a fine when you leave. If entering overland, get stamps on both sides of the border.
You may need to show proof of accommodation for at least your first night.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Bolivia?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport should have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Bolivia.
Do I need a visa for Bolivia?
No, not for visits of up to 90 days in a year.
Do I need an entry stamp in Bolivia?
Yes. Without an entry stamp you will have to pay a fine when you leave. From Argentina, register your exit with Argentine immigration instead.