Bolivia
South Africa
South Africa visa for Bolivian citizens
Entry requirement
Bolivian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
South African citizens travelling to Bolivia
South AfricaBolivia Visa-free, 90 days Bolivia visa for citizens of South Africa
Travel advice for South Africa
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Bolivian citizens planning a trip to South Africa can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates South Africa at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 26 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to South Africa (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for South Africa (updated 28 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Bolivian citizens can stay in South Africa
Bolivian citizens may stay in South Africa for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to South Africa.
South Africa’s neighbours for Bolivian citizens
Eswatini and Lesotho require Bolivian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
South African citizens travelling to Bolivia
Bolivia admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Bolivia and South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Bolivian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Bolivian citizens stay in South Africa?
Bolivian citizens can stay in South Africa for up to 30 days.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Bolivia?
Bolivia admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Bolivian citizens enter South Africa visa-free?
Yes, Bolivian citizens can enter South Africa without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.