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Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit BO?

Australian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Bolivia. They enter visa-free for up to 90 days per calendar year, but must complete the free, mandatory SIGEMIG online migratory pre-registration before arrival. As of 2026, Australia is in Bolivia's Group 1 (visa-exempt) list. Australian ordinary passport holders can enter Bolivia for tourism without a visa and stay up to 90 days within a calendar year. Since mid-2025, all foreign visitors (including visa-exempt nationals) must complete the SIGEMIG (Sistema de Gestion Migratoria) electronic pre-registration on the official migration portal (migracion.gob.bo) before arrival. SIGEMIG is free, takes 8-10 minutes, and produces a QR code shown at the border. There is no visa fee for Australians. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with a blank page. Travelers may be asked for proof of onward travel, accommodation and sufficient funds. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended and may be requested if visiting Amazon/lowland regions. The 90-day stay can be extended at SIGEMIG/migration offices to a maximum of 180 days per calendar year for a small fee. Failure to complete SIGEMIG can result in a fine (around BOB 250 / UFV 100) on exit.
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 entry (Group 1 visa exemption) + mandatory free SIGEMIG online pre-registration
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per calendar year
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the 90-day annual allowance
from issue date
Visa fee
No visa fee (BOB 0 / USD 0); SIGEMIG is free
consular fee only
Processing time
SIGEMIG form takes 8-10 minutes; QR code issued immediately
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry date
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Australian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Complete SIGEMIG pre-registration
Before travelling, register on the official Bolivian migration portal (migracion.gob.bo) and fill in the SIGEMIG form with passport, flight and accommodation details. It is free and takes 8-10 minutes.
· Free· Online· Mandatory
/03
Save your QR code
SIGEMIG generates a QR code on completion. Save it digitally and print a copy to present to immigration officers at the border.
· QR code· Print backup
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation for at least the first night, and evidence of sufficient funds; officers may request these on arrival.
· Onward ticket· Funds proof
/05
Consider yellow fever vaccination
If visiting Amazon or lowland regions (e.g. Rurrenabaque, Madidi, Beni), get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel and carry the international certificate.
· Recommended· 10 days ahead
/06
Enter and track your stay
Present your passport and SIGEMIG QR code at immigration. Track your 90-day-per-calendar-year limit; extend at a migration office if needed (up to 180 days total).
· 90 days/year· Extendable
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 8 complete
Australian passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date
required
At least one blank passport page
required
Completed SIGEMIG online pre-registration QR code (digital + printed)
required
Proof of onward or return travel
recommended
Proof of accommodation (first night booking)
recommended
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if visiting Amazon/lowland areas)
conditional
Travel insurance covering medical and high-altitude activities
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeBOB 0No visa required for Australian passport holders (Group 1 visa exemption)
SIGEMIG pre-registrationBOB 0Free mandatory online migratory pre-registration for all visitors
Stay extension (optional)BOB 250-300Approx USD 35-45 to extend beyond 90 days up to a 180-day annual maximum, at a migration office
Non-compliance fine (avoidable)BOB 250Approx UFV 100, charged on exit if SIGEMIG was not completed
Total estimate0 — 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

SIGEMIG online pre-registration
8-10 minutes (instant QR code)
Complete the mandatory free form on migracion.gob.bo before departure; QR code issued immediately.
On-arrival immigration
Same day at port of entry
Present passport and SIGEMIG QR code; entry stamp granted for up to 90 days.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa exemption (Group 1)
Bolivia classifies Australia in Group 1, allowing visa-free tourist entry for up to 90 days per calendar year.
High
/02
SIGEMIG pre-registration required
Since mid-2025 all visitors, including visa-exempt nationals, must complete the free SIGEMIG online form before arrival.
High
/03
Passport validity and blank page
Entry requires a passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page.
Medium
/04
Proof of onward travel and funds
Immigration may request evidence of onward travel, accommodation and sufficient funds.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever for certain regions
Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be requested when entering Amazon/lowland areas.
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
2026-05-30 · major
Australia to Bolivia route verified
Confirmed Australia remains in Bolivia's Group 1 visa-exempt list (90 days per calendar year) and that the free SIGEMIG online pre-registration, mandatory since mid-2025, applies to Australian visitors. Verified against Bolivia visa policy and Australian government guidance.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Australians need a visa to visit Bolivia?—
No. Australian ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt (Group 1) and can enter Bolivia for tourism for up to 90 days per calendar year without a visa.
What is SIGEMIG and is it mandatory?+
How long can I stay in Bolivia?+
Is there any fee for Australians?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
How valid must my passport be?+
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