U.S. Embassy in Bolivia
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Bolivia
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U.S. Embassy outlines requirements for minor passport applications
Minors aged 15 and under who need a U.S. passport must appear in person with their parents at the U.S. Embassy or Consular Agency in Santa Cruz to apply.
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U.S. Embassy outlines requirements for first adult passport applications
Individuals aged 16 and over who are applying for their first U.S. passport, or whose previous passport was lost, stolen, damaged, issued before age 16, or expired more than 15 years ago, must complete Form DS-11.
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U.S. Embassy in Bolivia advises eligible adults to renew passports by mail
U.S. citizens in Bolivia seeking to renew their 10-year validity adult passports are encouraged by the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and the Consular Agency in Santa Cruz to use courier mail for the renewal process if they meet certain criteria.
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U.S. Embassy in Bolivia issues guidance on obtaining emergency passports in La Paz
Emergency United States passports are available in La Paz for applicants who need to travel urgently and cannot wait for a regular passport.
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U.S. Embassy in Bolivia offers emergency passport replacement by courier
U.S. citizens in Bolivia who received an emergency passport can now apply for a full-validity replacement passport without an in-person appointment, according to the U.S. Embassy in La Paz.
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U.S. Embassy in Bolivia announces process for adult passport renewal by courier
U.S. citizens living in Bolivia can now renew their 10-year validity adult passports by courier service, according to information from the U.S. Embassy in La Paz.
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Bolivia waives tourist and business visa requirements for U.S. visitors
U.S. citizens will no longer need a visa to visit Bolivia for tourism or business, according to an announcement from the Bolivian government.
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Bolivia maintains visa requirement for U.S. visitors pending further notice
U.S. citizens planning to travel to Bolivia are still required to obtain a visa, despite recent statements from the Bolivian government about its intention to remove this requirement for tourism and business visits.
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U.S., Bolivia announce new initiatives during presidential inauguration
Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau led the U.S. Presidential Delegation to the inauguration of Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz on November 8, reaffirming the United States’ intention to strengthen ties with Bolivia.
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Deputy Secretary Landau visits Bolivia for presidential inauguration and talks on bilateral ties
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is visiting Bolivia from November 6 to 9, attending the inauguration of President-elect Rodrigo Paz.
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U.S. Consular Agency Santa Cruz closed for All Saints’ Day; La Paz Embassy remains open
The U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open on Monday, November 3.
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U.S. Consular Agency Santa Cruz closed November 3 for All Saints’ Day
The U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open on Monday, November 3, due to the Bolivian government's observance of All Saints’ Day as a holiday.
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Secretary Rubio meets Bolivian president-elect Paz Pereira to discuss bilateral relations
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to emphasize the United States’ ongoing commitment to strengthening its partnership with Bolivia.
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Secretary Rubio congratulates Bolivian president-elect Paz, offers partnership on security
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Bolivia’s President-Elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira to extend congratulations on his election.
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United States congratulates Rodrigo Paz on Bolivian presidential victory
The United States has extended its congratulations to Rodrigo Paz on his election as Bolivia’s president.
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U.S. Embassy in La Paz issues security alert ahead of Bolivian elections
The Bolivian government will implement several restrictions on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in connection with the national elections.
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U.S. Consular Agency Santa Cruz to close for local holiday on September 24
The U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open on Wednesday, September 24, due to the observance of Santa Cruz Department Day.
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U.S. Embassy in Bolivia issues advisory for National Pedestrian and Cyclist Day
Movement restrictions will be in effect across Bolivia on Sunday, September 7, 2025, for National Pedestrian and Cyclist Day.
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U.S. Embassy alerts Americans about nationwide restrictions during Bolivian elections
The Bolivian government will implement restrictions across the country on Sunday, August 17, 2025, in connection with national elections.
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U.S. Embassy launches scholarship programs for students in Sacaba and Cotoca
The U.S. Embassy in La Paz has announced plans to begin the first College Horizons Scholarship Programs (CHOP) in Sacaba, Cochabamba and Cotoca, Santa Cruz, Bolivia.