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HKSAR ordinary passport holders can obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Bolivia for a stay of up to 30 days. There is no visa-free entry; you must apply at the airport or land border on arrival and pay the fee in clean US-dollar cash. A Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holder is not visa-exempt for Bolivia, but Bolivia grants a tourist visa on arrival (VOA) at international airports (La Paz/El Alto, Santa Cruz/Viru Viru, Cochabamba) and major land borders. The Hong Kong Immigration Department officially confirms HKSAR passport holders may apply for a tourist visa upon arrival in Bolivia for a 30-day stay. Hong Kong falls under Bolivia's Group 2 (visa required, obtainable on arrival), with a border fee of roughly USD 95 paid in cash. The initial 30-day tourist stay can be extended at the Dirección General de Migración up to a maximum of 90 days per calendar year. Travellers must carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, sufficient funds, a passport valid at least 6 months, two passport photos, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic area. Because fee schedules and documentary requirements change, confirming with the Embassy of Bolivia (accredited in Beijing for HK) before travel is recommended.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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
Tourist visa on arrival (VOA)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (extendable to 90 days/calendar year)
per entry
Entries
Single entry per visa
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 95 at border (USD 30 if obtained in advance at a consulate)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on arrival, typically same-day at the immigration counter
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for entry within issuance period; 30-day stay from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and entry eligibility
Ensure your HKSAR ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date and has blank pages for stamps.
· 6 months validity· Blank pages
/02
Prepare supporting documents
Gather a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking), evidence of sufficient funds, and two recent passport-sized photos.
· Onward ticket· Hotel booking· 2 photos
/03
Obtain yellow fever certificate if needed
If you are arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever endemic area, carry an International Certificate of Vaccination. It is also advised for travel to Bolivia's tropical lowlands (Amazon basin).
· Yellow fever· Endemic-area arrivals
/04
Carry clean US-dollar cash for the fee
Bring the visa fee in undamaged US-dollar bills. Immigration officers routinely reject torn, marked or worn notes; Bolivianos may also be accepted.
· USD cash· Clean bills
/05
Apply at the border on arrival
At a Bolivian international airport or land border, complete the visa application form, submit documents and photos, pay the fee, and receive your tourist visa and entry stamp.
· Application form· Pay at counter
/06
Extend your stay if required
If staying beyond 30 days, apply for an extension at a Dirección General de Migración office. Extensions allow up to 90 days total within the same calendar year.
· Migración office· Max 90 days/year
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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HKSAR ordinary passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
required
Completed Bolivia tourist visa application form (on arrival)
required
Two recent passport-sized photographs
required
Visa fee in clean US-dollar cash (approx. USD 95)
required
Return or onward travel ticket
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
required
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if from endemic area)
conditional
Travel/medical insurance covering the trip
recommended
Printed copy of itinerary and contact details in Bolivia
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa on arrival (border)USD 95Paid in cash at airport/land border; clean USD bills required
Tourist visa at consulate (in advance)USD 30Lower fee if obtained beforehand at a Bolivian consulate
Stay extensionApprox. USD 30 per extensionAt Dirección General de Migración, up to 90 days/year total
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 95incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
Same day (at the counter)
Apply and pay directly at the Bolivian airport or land border; visa and entry stamp issued on the spot.
Advance visa at consulate
A few business days
Apply in advance at a Bolivian consulate accredited for Hong Kong (in Beijing) for a lower fee and smoother arrival.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Hong Kong is not on Bolivia's visa-exempt list
HKSAR ordinary passports are not in Bolivia's Group 1 (visa-free), so a visa is required, available on arrival.
High
/02
Missing or damaged cash for the fee
The VOA fee must be paid in clean US-dollar bills; torn or worn notes are frequently rejected at the counter.
Medium
/03
No proof of onward travel or accommodation
Officers may ask for a return ticket and hotel booking before issuing the visa.
Medium
/04
No yellow fever certificate when required
Travellers arriving from endemic areas or heading to tropical regions may be refused without proof of vaccination.
Low
/05
Overstaying the 30-day limit
Failing to extend at a Migración office before 30 days leads to fines on departure.
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
HK to Bolivia route verified
Confirmed via the Hong Kong Immigration Department that HKSAR passport holders may obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Bolivia; border fee approx. USD 95 (Group 2).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Hong Kong passport holder enter Bolivia without a visa?—
No. Hong Kong SAR passports are not on Bolivia's visa-free list, but you can obtain a tourist visa on arrival for up to 30 days at airports and major land borders.
How much does the Bolivia visa on arrival cost?+
How long can I stay in Bolivia?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
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