🇧🇴 Bolivia visa requirements for Canadian citizens
No visa needed — Canadian citizens can stay in Bolivia visa-free for up to 90 days.
Entry rules for Canada passport holders
Holders of a valid passport from Canada can travel to Bolivia for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 90 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.
The 90-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in Bolivia, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Bolivia immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Canadian passport ranks #24 worldwide, opening 161 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (117 visa-free, 37 with a visa on arrival and 7 with an eTA). Bolivia is one of them.
This is not reciprocal — traveling the other way, Bolivian citizens need to arrange entry to Canada in advance (visa required).
Across South America as a whole, 10 of 12 destinations are open to Canadian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Bolivia
- Capital
- Sucre
- Region
- South America
- Currency
- Bolivian boliviano (Bs.)
- Languages
- Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua
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Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Bolivia?
No visa needed — Canadian citizens can stay in Bolivia visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Bolivia without a visa?
Canadian citizens can stay in Bolivia for up to 90 days visa-free. Longer stays require a visa or residence permit arranged in advance.
What currency is used in Bolivia?
The currency in Bolivia is the Bolivian boliviano (Bs.). The capital city is Sucre.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa-free · 90 days for Canadian citizens traveling to Bolivia. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Bolivia embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.