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Bolivia

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Overview

Capital

Sucre

Currency

BOB

Continent

Americas

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Bolivia

Passport Status Max Stay
Brazil Visa Free 90 days
Argentina Visa Free 90 days
Uruguay Visa Free 90 days
Paraguay Visa Free 90 days
Chile Visa Free 90 days
Colombia Visa Free 90 days
Peru Visa Free 90 days
Ecuador Visa Free 90 days

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Detailed visa guides for Bolivia

Monthly costs

La Paz

Rent (center)

350 USD/mo

Groceries

180 USD/mo

Transport

25 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

605 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Work Visa (Visa de Objeto Determinado - Trabajo)

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Employment contract with Bolivian company

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

13% – 13%

Social Security (Employee)

0.1271%

Flat 13% RC-IVA applied against VAT credits. Effective rate low for many.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in BOB with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

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