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United Arab Emirates to Bolivia visa requirements

As of 1 December 2025, UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Bolivia visa-free for tourism. UAE MoFA currently lists the permitted stay for normal passports as 30 days; Bolivia's general tourist rules allow extensions up to a 90-day maximum per calendar year. No visa or visa-on-arrival fee is required, but travelers must complete the mandatory SIGEMIG online migratory pre-registration before arrival. Bolivia moved the United Arab Emirates into its Group 1 (visa-exempt) category effective 1 December 2025, alongside the United States, Israel, South Korea, South Africa, Bulgaria, Malta and Romania. This reversed the previous rule, under which Emiratis had to obtain a sticker visa in advance through a Bolivian embassy (Bolivia does not offer visa-on-arrival to UAE nationals). UAE ordinary passport holders can now visit Bolivia for tourism without a visa for up to 90 days per calendar year. Practical entry conditions still apply: a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel and accommodation, and an International Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if visiting tropical lowland regions (Beni, Pando, Santa Cruz and parts of other departments below ~2,300 m). Separately, since mid-2025 all foreign visitors must complete the SIGEMIG (Sistema de Gestion Migratoria) electronic pre-registration before arrival. Note this is a unilateral exemption by Bolivia; it is not a reciprocal waiver for Bolivian citizens entering the UAE.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-17
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-17
Visa type
Visa-free entry (Group 1 visa exemption)
Maximum stay
30 days initially; extendable up to 90 days per calendar year
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None — no visa application required; only SIGEMIG online pre-registration
standard track
Validity
30-day initial stay; maximum 90 days in one calendar year with extensions
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your UAE ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of entry to Bolivia and has at least two blank pages.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Complete SIGEMIG pre-registration
Fill in Bolivia's mandatory electronic migratory pre-registration (SIGEMIG) online before you travel; this has been required of all foreign visitors since mid-2025.
· Online· Before arrival· Free
/03
Arrange yellow fever vaccination if needed
If you plan to visit tropical lowland areas (e.g., Santa Cruz, Beni, Pando, Amazon/jungle regions below ~2,300 m), get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel and carry the international certificate.
· 10 days before travel· Lowland regions
/04
Book onward or return travel and accommodation
Have a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation, as border officers may ask to see these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Hotel booking
/05
Enter Bolivia and receive your entry stamp
On arrival, present your passport and supporting documents. UAE MoFA currently lists the normal-passport stay as one month (30 days); Bolivia's general tourist rules allow extensions up to a 90-day maximum per calendar year.
· 30-day stamp· Extendable to 90 days
/06
Track your days of stay
Monitor your cumulative time in Bolivia so you do not exceed 90 days in one calendar year; official advisories confirm overstay fines may apply on departure.
· 90 days/calendar year
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Bolivia · Visa-free entry (Group 1 visa exemption)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUAE ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredSIGEMIG online migratory pre-registration completed
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if visiting lowland/jungle regions)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering Bolivia
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredAwareness of the 30-day initial stay and 90-day-per-calendar-year limit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Bolivia Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Group I visa-policy announcement
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required since 1 December 2025
SIGEMIG pre-registration0Free mandatory online migratory form
Stay extension (optional)0Extension of entry stamp up to 90 days is free at migration offices
Overstay fine (if applicable)Not specifiedOfficial advisories confirm fines may apply on departure if the authorized stay is exceeded; verify current DIGEMIG tariff before quoting an amount
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border
On arrival
No advance visa processing; entry stamp issued at the port of entry after document checks.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa exemption effective 1 December 2025
Bolivia placed the UAE in Group 1, granting visa-free tourist entry; UAE MoFA currently lists a 30-day stay for normal passports.
High
/02
SIGEMIG pre-registration is mandatory
All foreign visitors must complete the online migratory form before arrival; missing it can cause delays.
High
/03
Yellow fever vaccination for lowland travel
A certificate is required/recommended when visiting tropical regions below ~2,300 m such as Santa Cruz or the Amazon.
Medium
/04
Proof of onward travel and funds
Border officers may request a return ticket, accommodation and sufficient funds before admitting visa-free visitors.
Medium
/05
90-day calendar-year cap and overstay fines
Bolivia's general tourist rules allow extensions up to 90 days in one calendar year; official advisories confirm fines may apply on departure if the authorized stay is exceeded.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-17 · major
Bolivia stay limit and SIGEMIG sources corrected
Bolivia MFA confirms the UAE moved into Group I visa-free status effective 1 December 2025, while UAE MoFA currently lists normal UAE passports as visa-free for one month (30 days). Canada travel advice describes Bolivia's tourist extensions as 30 days twice, free, up to a maximum of 90 days in one calendar year, and confirms SIGEMIG pre-registration is required before arrival. Removed unsupported BOB overstay fine amounts.
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Bolivia route verified
Confirmed via Bolivia's visa policy and official advisories that the UAE entered Group 1 (visa-free) effective 1 December 2025, replacing the former advance sticker-visa requirement. SIGEMIG pre-registration remains mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit Bolivia in 2026?
No. Since 1 December 2025 Bolivia grants UAE ordinary passport holders visa-free entry for tourism. UAE MoFA currently lists the normal-passport stay as one month (30 days), with Bolivia's general tourist extensions allowing up to 90 days in one calendar year.
Is there a visa-on-arrival or fee for Emiratis?+
How long can a UAE passport holder stay in Bolivia?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
What is SIGEMIG and is it mandatory?+
What documents should I carry on arrival?+
/11 — Passport tools

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