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Bolivia travel advice
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Bolivia travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Bolivia with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK -4 hours |
Language(s) | Spanish |
Currency | Bolivian Boliviano |
Electricity | A + C plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
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The Bolivia weather guide shows long term monthly averages for La Paz.
Bolivia travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Bolivia from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Bolivia - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Bolivia - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Bolivia - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Bolivia - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Bolivia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Bolivia - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Bolivia.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Bolivia travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Bolivia with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Bolivia - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Bolivia - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Bolivia - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Bolivia, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bolivia covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Bolivia with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Bolivia - Ministry of Health, Bolivia
- Coronavirus timeline in Bolivia - Our World in Data
Bolivia travel features
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Bolivia FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Bolivia including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Bolivia due to Covid-19?
Bolivia is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR or Antigen test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Ministry of Health, Bolivia for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Bolivia?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Bolivia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Bolivia and the UK?
The time difference between Bolivia and the UK is UK time-4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Bolivia?
The main language spoken in Bolivia is Spanish.
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What is the currency in Bolivia?
The currency in Bolivia is the Bolivian Boliviano (BOB).
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Which plugs are used in Bolivia?
Bolivia uses electrical plug type A + C (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Bolivia?
They drive on the right side of the road in Bolivia.
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