Americas
Bolivia
- Capital
- Sucre
- Population
- 12,581,843
- Currency
- Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)
- Calling code
- +591
- Languages
- Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
- 75missions
- 31embassies
- 31consulates
- 13honorary consulates
Bolivia
Embassies and consulates in Bolivia
embassies in La Paz
Bolivia hosts 75 foreign missions from 38 countries: 31 embassies, 31 consulates and 13 honorary consulates. All 31 embassies are in La Paz, although Sucre is the capital. Consulates are also found in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Cochabamba and Tarija.
Map
All missions in Bolivia
Other cities in Bolivia
- 39
- 20
- 7
- 3
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1
Outside La Paz, missions are found in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (20), Cochabamba (7), Tarija (3), Sucre (1), Yacuiba (1), Guayaramerín (1), Villazón (1) and Cobija (1), among other towns; most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy · 7 consulates8 -
Australia 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 consulate1 -
Belgium 1 consulate1 -
Brazil 1 embassy · 5 consulates6 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Chile 2 consulates · 1 honorary consulate3 -
China 1 embassy · 2 consulates3 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Costa Rica 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
Ecuador 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Finland 1 consulate1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 2 honorary consulates4 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Italy 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
Japan 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Mexico 1 embassy1
Show all 38
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Netherlands 1 consulate1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Paraguay 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy · 4 consulates5 -
Poland 2 honorary consulates2 -
Russia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
South Korea 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Spain 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate3 -
Switzerland 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
United States 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Uruguay 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Bolivia
Bolivia visa guide · 4 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 60 can enter visa-free and 138 need an e-Visa for Bolivia.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Bolivia
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20,802 | 13,025 | 7,368 | 36.1% | 17.9% |
| 2024 | 20,270 | 11,766 | 8,547 | 42.1% | 17.3% |
| 2025 | 16,230 | 9,396 | 7,191 | 43.4% | 23.9% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 13,790 | 7,563 | 46.6% |
| Germany | 1,231 | 1,069 | 12.7% |
| Italy | 1,067 | 621 | 41.8% |
| France | 142 | 143 | 0.0% |
Schengen consulates in Bolivia received 16,230 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 9,396 visas. 43.4% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (42.1%). Applications fell by 20% compared with 2024 (20,270).
Most applications went to Spain (13,790), Germany (1,231), Italy (1,067) and France (142).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Germany’s (12.7%) and the highest Spain’s (46.6%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of Italy (+9.6 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Bolivia.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Bolivia
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 28,895 | 27,879 |
| Student (F, M) | 539 | 534 |
| Exchange (J) | 508 | 566 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 343 | 367 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 266 | 177 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 239 | 269 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 108 | 23 |
| Other | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 30,899 | 29,817 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | – | 29.8% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 29,817 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Bolivia, the 45th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 94%. That is 4% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (30,899).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Bolivia received 12,068, 8% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 29.8% for citizens of Bolivia in fiscal year 2025.
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Bolivia’s own missions abroad
Bolivia’s embassies abroad (60)
In the other direction, Bolivia runs 60 missions in 30 countries. Its largest networks are in Argentina (9), Spain (5), Peru (5), Germany (4) and Brazil (3).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Bolivia
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Feast of the Virgin of Candelaria
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Carnival
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 31 embassies are in La Paz, although Sucre is the capital. Sucre itself has 1 mission. The largest foreign networks in Bolivia are those of Argentina (8), Brazil (6), Peru (5), Germany (4) and Switzerland (3).
Travel advice for Bolivia
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Bolivia: the US State Department rates Bolivia at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 17 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Bolivia (updated 22 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Bolivia (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Bolivia?
Argentina, with 8 missions, followed by Brazil (6).
Do I need a visa for Bolivia?
Of 198 passports, 60 can enter visa-free and 138 need an e-Visa for Bolivia; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Bolivia closed?
On Bolivia’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day (Navidad) on Friday 25 December 2026.