Bolivia Visa Requirements
For 🇦🇺 Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Rabies, and routine vaccinations. Altitude medication.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
La Paz requires standard urban precautions. Avoid protests and roadblocks (common). Altitude sickness is a major concern. Some areas have political instability.
Money & Costs
Currency
Bs Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $25 · Mid: $50 · Luxury: $120+
Tipping
Tipping 10% appreciated at restaurants. Tip guides well for multi-day tours.
Practical Info
Power
Type Type A/C, 230V, 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
110 (police), 118 (ambulance)
Getting There
Main Airports
La Paz (LPB) · Santa Cruz (VVI)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
May-October (dry season) is best for most destinations. Salar de Uyuni mirror effect requires some water (rainy season edges, November-April). La Paz and highlands are dry but cold.
Cultural Notes
Indigenous culture is strong; Bolivia has the highest percentage of indigenous population in South America. Spanish and indigenous languages spoken. Respect traditional practices. Cholita fashion (traditional women's dress) is a source of pride.
Insider Tips
Altitude is extreme; La Paz is at 3,650m. Acclimatize before activities. Coca tea helps with altitude. Salar de Uyuni tours usually 3-4 days. Book Death Road biking with reputable operators. Boliviano is the currency.