Bolivia Travel Risk Level

Exercise increased caution in Bolivia due to crime , unrest , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist spots. Stay aware of your surroundings. Unrest Large demonstrations can happen with little warning. Demonstrations may block transportation and other essential services. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Check local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S. government employees working in Bolivia need special authorization to travel to Chapare Province due to a higher incidence of crimes connected to narcotrafficking. U.S. government employees working in Bolivia are encouraged to pay extra attention to their surroundings in El Alto because of petty crime. U.S. citizens in Bolivia are advised to take the same precautions. Health Hospitals in La Paz are not fully functional and lack medical supplies, including oxygen, due to protest blockades of roads leading to La Paz. Refer to our list of medical providers . Make sure your insurance includes medical evacuation coverage. Check with your doctor about required vaccines and shots for high-risk exposure before you go to Bolivia. Medical services for routine and emergency procedures are limited in rural areas. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance for more information. Consider the risk of traveling to high altitude locations in Bolivia. Do Not Travel to Chapare Province due to crime . Reconsider Travel to La Paz due to unrest .

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Chapare Province due to crime . Reconsider Travel to La Paz due to unrest .

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chapare region of Cochabamba Department including Villa Tunari and highway routes 4 and 24 that pass through Chapare. Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel . State of Emergency A State of Emergency has been declared in Bolivia, giving police and armed forces powers to remove roadblocks, disrupt protests and detain those not complying with the new measures for up to 8 hours without charge. This could lead to violence. Follow the advice of local authorities, be wary of unverified or unofficial information, stay alert and keep away from protests and roadblocks. Protests and roadblocks Do not try to cross roadblocks. The situation has the potential to deteriorate without warning. Allow extra time to reach your destination and make sure you are ready to change your plans quickly if needed. Any British national who requires urgent consular assistance, should contact us by phone on +44 (0)20 7008 5000, selecting the option: ‘Consular services for British nationals’. If you are in Bolivia and using a phone with a local SIM, please call 2-2010020. Travel by Road Check road status updates from the Bolivian road authority (available inside Bolivia only) to see which roads are blocked. If you purchase a bus ticket ‘condicionado’ it means the bus company may not be able to guarantee arrival to your destination. Leaving Bolivia Ensure your travel documents remain valid and confirm you have any required visas for onward travel. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all but essential travel: FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chapare region of Cochabamba Department including Villa Tunari and highway routes 4 and 24 that pass through Chapare.

France Diplomatie : vigilance renforcée sur l'ensemble du pays (jaune).

Higher-risk regions — Travel advised against except for essential reasons: (orange sur la carte) En raison des trafics (stupéfiants, contrebande) et de l’importante quantité d’armes en circulation, il est déconseillé, sauf raison impérative, de se rendre ou de séjourner…

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.