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Bolivia visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Bolivia? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: South America

52Visa-free

1eVisa

145Visa on arrival

0Visa required

Bolivia entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 52 can enter Bolivia visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 145 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 1 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure.

197 of 198 passports can travel to Bolivia without arranging anything before departure.

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Bolivia entry rules for common passports

Passport	Entry rule for Bolivia
United States of America	Visa on arrival
United Kingdom	Visa-free (90 days)
Canada	Visa-free (90 days)
Australia	Visa-free (90 days)
Germany	Visa-free (90 days)
France	Visa-free (90 days)
India	Visa on arrival
China	Visa on arrival
Nigeria	Visa on arrival
South Africa	Visa on arrival
Brazil	Visa-free (90 days)
Philippines	Visa-free (90 days)

Bolivia visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Bolivia.

Passport region	Visa-free	Visa on arrival	eVisa
Africa	0	53	1
Asia	4	47	0
Europe	32	13	0
North America	5	18	0
Oceania	2	12	0
South America	9	2	0

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 52

Andorra90 days
Argentina90 days
Australia90 days
Austria90 days
Belgium90 days
Brazil90 days
Canada90 days
Chile90 days
Colombia90 days
Costa Rica90 days
Croatia90 days
Czechia90 days
Denmark90 days
Ecuador90 days
Estonia90 days
Finland90 days
France90 days
Germany90 days
Greece90 days
Honduras30 days
Hungary90 days
Iceland90 days
Ireland90 days
Italy90 days
Japan90 days
Latvia90 days
Liechtenstein90 days
Lithuania90 days
Luxembourg90 days
Mexico90 days
Monaco90 days
Netherlands90 days
New Zealand90 days
Norway90 days
Palestine90 days
Panama90 days
Paraguay90 days
Peru90 days
Philippines90 days
Poland90 days
Portugal90 days
Russia90 days
Slovakia90 days
Slovenia90 days
Spain90 days
Sweden90 days
Switzerland90 days
Turkey90 days
United Kingdom90 days
Uruguay90 days
Vatican City90 days
Venezuela90 days

eVisa 1

Sudan

Visa on arrival 145

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Bolivia?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 52 can enter visa-free, 145 can get a visa on arrival and 1 need an eVisa. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Bolivia without a visa?

52 passports have visa-free access to Bolivia, including Turkey, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Philippines, Costa Rica, Peru and others. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Bolivia offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 145 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Bolivia. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Bolivia eVisa online?

1 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Bolivia. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do South American passport holders need a visa for Bolivia?

Of 11 passports from South America, 11 can enter Bolivia visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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