Cedula de Extranjero (Foreigner’s ID Card)

Cedula de Extranjero (Foreigner’s ID Card)

Once you have obtained your one year temporary residency you must apply for a Cedula de Extranjero (or foreigner’s ID card). You should make this application within 25 days of receiving your residency, otherwise fines will apply. To make this application you...
The 1 Year Temporary Residency Visa

The 1 Year Temporary Residency Visa

The visa situation in Bolivia can be confusing at the best of times. So we are very grateful to Harry of Gringo in Bolivia, who has been through the process and has kindly shared his very detailed notes on the Bolivian 1 year temporary residency visa requirements and...
Israelis to Require Visa to Enter Bolivia

Israelis to Require Visa to Enter Bolivia

Since 17 Aug 1972, Israelis have been able to freely enter Bolivia without visa requirements under an agreement established by then president Hugo Banzar. In response to the recent unrest in the middle east, current President Evo Morales has repealed the agreement....
Boliviana de Aviacion (BoA) Airline

Boliviana de Aviacion (BoA) Airline

Boliviana de Aviacion (BoA) is Bolivia’s nationally-owned airline. One of the fastest-growing and largest airlines in Bolivia, BoA has been in operation for 5 years and has carried more than 6 million passengers. It operates a fleet of at least 10 aircraft, making...
The Aymara New Year: Looking Back to the Future?

The Aymara New Year: Looking Back to the Future?

One of the biggest events in the Bolivian calendar is the Amayra New Year. On the 21st of June, Bolivia observes a national holiday in recognition of the Aymara who inhabit the West of Bolivia and Southern Peru. Coinciding with the winter solstice, the New Year...
Bolivian General Elections 2014

Bolivian General Elections 2014

Bolivia held a general election on Sunday 12th October 2014. The election saw a number of contenders try unsuccessfully to unseat president Evo Morales. Bolivian Election 2014 Results Indigenous leader of the Movement for Socialism party, Evo Morales, won the election...