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Argentina to Bolivia visa requirements

No visa required. As a Mercosur member, Argentine ordinary passport holders enter Bolivia visa-free for tourism and may even use only their national ID card (DNI), with an initial stay of 90 days extendable to 180. Argentina and Bolivia are both members/associated states of Mercosur, which guarantees free movement between member countries. An Argentine ordinary passport holder needs no visa to enter Bolivia for tourism or a short visit. Uniquely, Argentines do not even require a passport: under the Mercosur travel-document agreement, a valid Argentine national ID card (DNI) is accepted for entry, provided it is in good condition and the photo clearly identifies the holder. On arrival travelers are granted a tourist stay of up to 90 days per entry; this can be extended at a DIGEMIG (national migration directorate) office up to a maximum of 180 days within a calendar year. There is no entry or tourist fee for Argentine nationals. Travelers must enter through an official migration control point, receive an entry stamp/migration card (tarjeta andina/comprobante), and retain it for exit. No eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival process applies, and Bolivia is not part of the Schengen area. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended (not mandatory for general entry) if visiting endemic Amazon/lowland regions. This route has been stable; the Mercosur free-movement framework remains in force as of 2026.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (Mercosur free movement)
Maximum stay
90 days per entry, extendable to 180 days/year
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa or entry fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - granted on arrival
standard track
Validity
Stay authorized from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your travel document is valid
Carry a valid Argentine national ID card (DNI) or ordinary passport. Both are accepted under the Mercosur agreement; the document must be in good condition with a recognizable photo.
· DNI accepted· Passport optional
/02
Check health recommendations
COVID-19 vaccination is no longer required. Consider a yellow fever vaccination if you plan to visit endemic Amazon or lowland regions; carry the certificate if so.
· Yellow fever for Amazon zones
/03
Travel to an official entry point
Enter Bolivia only through an official DIGEMIG migration control post (airport, land border, or port) so your entry can be registered.
· DIGEMIG checkpoint
/04
Receive your entry stamp and migration card
Present your DNI/passport to immigration. You will be stamped in for up to 90 days as a tourist and issued a migration card/receipt - keep it for departure.
· 90-day stamp· Keep migration card
/05
Extend if needed
If staying beyond 90 days, request an extension at a DIGEMIG office before your initial period expires, up to a 180-day annual maximum.
· Extend at DIGEMIG
/06
Exit through migration control
Leave through an official checkpoint and surrender/stamp your migration card to record your departure and avoid future entry issues.
· Record exit
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Argentina -> Bolivia · Visa-free (Mercosur free movement)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredValid Argentine DNI (national ID card) in good condition
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
OptionalArgentine ordinary passport (alternative to DNI)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
optional
RecommendedProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation or contact details in Bolivia
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate (for Amazon/lowland regions)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredMigration card/receipt issued at entry (retain for exit)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredAuthorization documents for minors traveling alone or with one parent
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
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: Consulate General of Bolivia in Buenos Aires - Visas
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Argentine (Mercosur) nationals
Entry/immigration fee0No fee charged at the border for tourist entry
Stay extension (optional)BOB 0Tourist extension up to 180 days is generally free at DIGEMIG; bring documents
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mercosur free movement
Both countries are Mercosur members/associated states, granting visa-free entry and residence rights to nationals.
High
/02
National ID accepted
Argentines may enter on a DNI alone, without a passport, under the Mercosur travel-document agreement.
High
/03
Tourism short stay
Tourist visits well within the 90-day initial allowance require no prior authorization.
High
/04
Regional bilateral ties
Long-standing Argentina-Bolivia cross-border movement keeps requirements minimal.
Medium
/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
2026-05-30
Argentina to Bolivia route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Argentine ordinary passport holders via official Bolivian consular sources and Mercosur policy; DNI accepted, 90 days extendable to 180, no fees.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Argentine citizens need a visa for Bolivia?
No. Under the Mercosur agreement, Argentine nationals enter Bolivia visa-free for tourism.
Can I travel with just my DNI instead of a passport?+
How long can I stay?+
Is there any entry or visa fee?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
What about children traveling?+
/11 — Passport tools

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