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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit BO?

No tourist visa is required. French ordinary passport holders are in Bolivia's Group 1 (visa-exempt) and may enter for tourism or family visits for up to 90 days per 12-month calendar period. You must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months and complete Bolivia's online entry registration (SIGEMIG / Declaracion Jurada de Domicilio). France is classified in Group 1 of Bolivia's visa policy, meaning French citizens enjoy full visa exemption for short tourist and business stays. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs (France Diplomatie) confirms that no visa is required for stays under 90 days for tourism or visiting family, counted per 12-month calendar period. On arrival, an entry stamp is placed in the passport, which since 1 August 2022 serves as a 90-day stay authorization. The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. A key recent requirement: every foreigner entering Bolivia (by air or land) must register the Declaracion Jurada de Domicilio via Bolivia's migration system (commonly referred to as SIGEMIG) declaring their accommodation; this is free and should ideally be completed before travel, and in any case within 48 hours of arrival. Proof of onward/return travel may be requested. Visa exemption covers tourism and family visits only; work, study, or stays beyond 90 days require an appropriate visa from a Bolivian consulate. Sources consulted conflict on no material point; the verdict is firmly visa-free.
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 (Group 1 visa exemption) - no visa required
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per 12-month calendar period
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the 90-day annual allowance
from issue date
Visa fee
0 EUR (no visa or entry fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border; SIGEMIG online registration takes about 10 minutes
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your French ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry into Bolivia and has a blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6-month validity· Blank page
/02
Book onward or return travel
Arrange and keep evidence of onward or return travel out of Bolivia, as immigration officers may request proof you intend to leave within the 90-day allowance.
· Proof of exit
/03
Complete the SIGEMIG / Declaracion Jurada de Domicilio online
Before departure, register your trip and accommodation details in Bolivia's migration system (SIGEMIG). It is free and takes roughly 10 minutes. By law every foreigner must complete this within 48 hours of arrival, but doing it in advance avoids delays at El Alto and other entry points.
· Free· ~10 minutes· Within 48h of arrival
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of accommodation, sufficient funds for your stay, and travel/health insurance. Check whether a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for your itinerary (recommended for the Amazon/lowland regions).
· Accommodation· Funds· Insurance
/05
Receive your entry stamp at the border
On arrival, present your passport and completed registration. The officer stamps your passport, which since 1 August 2022 itself authorizes a stay of up to 90 days. Verify the stamp before leaving the counter.
· 90-day stamp· Check the date
/06
Respect the 90-day annual limit
Do not exceed 90 days within the 12-month calendar period. For longer stays or non-tourist purposes (work, study), apply for the appropriate visa at a Bolivian consulate before or during your stay to avoid overstay fines.
· 90 days / 12 months· Avoid overstay fines
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
French ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date
required
At least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
required
SIGEMIG / Declaracion Jurada de Domicilio online registration completed
required
Proof of onward or return travel
recommended
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
recommended
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel and health insurance
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (for Amazon/lowland areas)
situational
Confirm cumulative stay stays within 90 days per 12-month period
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0 EURNo visa required for French citizens (Group 1 visa exemption)
Entry/border fee0 EURNo fee charged for visa-free tourist entry
SIGEMIG online registration0 EURMandatory entry registration is free of charge via the official system
Overstay fineApprox. 60 BOB per dayCharged on departure if the 90-day limit is exceeded; payable in local currency
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

SIGEMIG online pre-registration
About 10 minutes online
Complete the free Declaracion Jurada de Domicilio before travel (mandatory within 48 hours of arrival).
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Bolivia Group 1 visa exemption
France is classified in Group 1 of Bolivia's visa policy, granting full visa-free access for tourism and business short stays.
High
/02
Confirmed by France Diplomatie
The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs states no visa is needed for tourist or family stays under 90 days per 12-month period.
High
/03
Entry stamp authorizes the stay
Since 1 August 2022 the passport entry stamp itself grants up to 90 days, removing the need for a separate permit.
Medium
/04
Mandatory SIGEMIG registration
All foreigners must complete the free online entry registration; missing it is the leading cause of delays at El Alto.
Medium
/05
Purpose limited to tourism/family
Visa-free entry excludes work, study, or stays over 90 days, which require a consular visa.
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
France to Bolivia route verified
Confirmed visa-free status via France Diplomatie and Bolivia's Group 1 visa policy; documented the mandatory SIGEMIG online entry registration and 90-day-per-12-month stay limit.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa to visit Bolivia for tourism?
No. French ordinary passport holders are in Bolivia's Group 1 and may enter visa-free for tourism or family visits for up to 90 days per 12-month calendar period.
How long can I stay in Bolivia without a visa?+
What is SIGEMIG and is it mandatory?+
How much validity does my passport need?+
Will I be charged any fee on entry?+
What happens if I want to stay longer than 90 days or work?+
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