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Bolivia visa for US citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 90 days

No visa is needed by US citizens for Bolivia, for stays of up to 90 days.

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

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at boliviawdc.org

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Bolivia

Bolivian citizens travelling to the United States

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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.

US citizens planning a trip to Bolivia can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 US citizens can stay in Bolivia

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

Bolivia’s neighbours for US citizens

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

Bolivian citizens travelling to the United States

Bolivian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do US citizens need a visa for Bolivia?

No visa is needed by US citizens for Bolivia, for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can US citizens stay in Bolivia?

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

Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for the United States?

Bolivian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.

Can US citizens enter Bolivia visa-free?

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