What is a specific purpose visa for Bolivia?


What is a specific purpose visa for Bolivia? Specific Purpose Visas are required for those who wish to travel to Bolivia for any purpose other than Tourism. A Specific Purpose Visa is required by those who intend to engage in business, education, paid work, to get married according to Bolivian law and any other legal activities not related to tourism.


Can I get a visa to Bolivia upon arrival?

You can get your Visa on arrival at your land border or point of entry. You must also have the necessary cash (in US dollars) to pay the Bolivia visa on arrival fee.


What documents are required for on arrival visa in Bolivia?

Entry Requirements: A Bolivian visitor visa costs $160 US and can be paid in U.S. or local currency upon arrival. Visitors must show proof of a round-trip ticket or confirmation of plans to depart Bolivia. Visitors must provide proof of lodging in Bolivia including the address of the accommodation.


What happens if you overstay your visa in Bolivia?

Fine for Bolivian Tourist Visa Overstay If you overstay a few days or weeks you will be required to pay a fine of 20 Bs per day at the border or airport when you leave. However, overstaying for months doesn't have that good of an ending. You may get detained or being banned from entering Bolivia for some time.


How do you answer the purpose of a visit?

Just answer in two-three sentences which clearly explain the reasons behind your purpose of travel, whatever it is as:
  1. “For business purposes – to negotiate a contract.”
  2. “To visit my mother, who lives in the US.”
  3. “For medical treatment.”
  4. I am going to visit my aunt, whom I haven't seen for a long time.