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Bolivia visa for French citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 90 days

Bolivia admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Maximum stay
90 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at emboliviafrancia.fr

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Bolivia

Bolivian citizens travelling to France

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Travel advice for Bolivia

  • US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
  • 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.

Before travelling from France to Bolivia, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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).

Good to know

How long French citizens can stay in Bolivia

French citizens may stay in Bolivia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Bolivia.

Bolivia’s neighbours for French citizens

Peru, Chile, Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina admit French citizens visa-free.

Bolivian citizens travelling to France

Bolivian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Frequently asked questions

Do French citizens need a visa for Bolivia?

Bolivia admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can French citizens stay in Bolivia?

French citizens can stay in Bolivia for up to 90 days.

Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for France?

Bolivian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.

Can French citizens enter Bolivia visa-free?

Yes, French citizens can enter Bolivia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.