Get a Bolivia Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Bolivia Visa for Canadian Citizens
No Visa Required
No visa is required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of onward/return flights
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
- Hold a valid yellow fever certificate if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or if travelling to high risk areas; please visit https://www.iamat.org/country/bolivia/risk/yellow-fever for the most up-to-date health requirements
Business Travel Requirements for a Bolivia Visa for Canadian Citizens
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page. Amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Photographs
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background free of shadows
- Be 51 mm by 51 mm in size
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither glasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Cover Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Canadian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Canadian mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://visacentral.ca/forms?formname=Canada-Business-Cover-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
Visa Application Form
The Consulate of Bolivia has instituted a web-based application form. The application must be completed on screen and then printed. The form can be found at https://portalmre.rree.gob.bo/formvisas/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:
- Include answers for all fields
- Include your signature as it appears in your passport
Letter of Invitation
You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be written on company letterhead
- Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
- Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter.
- Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
Proof of Travel Arrangements
You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip. Details of your intended arrangements must:
- Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit date
- Show your full name as printed in your passport
VisaCentral Order Form
You must provide one completed VisaCentral Order Form. The form must:
- Include a valid email address and payment information
- Include your signature in blue or black ink
Vaccination Certificate
You must provide your Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
Proof of Sufficient Funds
You must provide proof that you possess sufficient funds. Your financial details must:
- Include a copy of your most recent bank statement
Processing Time Delay
VisaCentral is required to process all business visas for Bolivia through the Bolivian Consulate in Montreal. Please add a minimum of two additional processing days for shipping.
Police Clearance
You must provide a Police Clearance Certificate from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) or the local police.
Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)
Feel safer and travel with peace of mind by using our Traveller Registration Service. Registration notifies the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development where and when you will be travelling, enabling the Government of Canada to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you of an emergency at home. To enroll in this optional service complete the registration form in this kit and send it to us with the rest of your documents.
Bolivia visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Bolivia visa?
The best time to apply for your Bolivia visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Bolivia visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Bolivia visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.