QatarBolivia: Visa required

QatarBolivia

Do Qatar passport holders need a visa for Bolivia?

Visa required

Yes. Qatar passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bolivia.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: consulados.cancilleria.gob.bo (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance13,426 km, straight line (~16h 18m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bolivia95 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bolivia passport holders visiting Qatar: e-Visa.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Qatar passport holders need a visa for Bolivia?

Yes. Qatar passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bolivia.

How far is Bolivia from Qatar?

About 13,426 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 18m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bolivia?

Bolivian boliviano (BOB).

What is the emergency number in Bolivia?

110 / 119 / 160 / 911.

What time zone is Bolivia in?

La Paz (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to La Paz?

Teniente Av. Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport (TDD), about 165 km away.

How many countries can enter Bolivia without a visa?

95 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Bolivia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Qatar passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bolivia?

Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Guyana.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Qatar

Qatar, officially the State of Qatar, is a country in West Asia. It occupies the Qatar Peninsula on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East; it shares its sole land border with Saudi Arabia to the south, with the rest of its territory surrounded by the Persian Gulf. The Gulf of Bahrain, an inlet of the Persian Gulf, separates Qatar from nearby Bahrain. The capital is Doha, home to over 80% of the country's inhabitants. Most of the land area is made up of flat, low-lying desert.

CapitalDoha

RegionWestern Asia

Population3M

Area11,586 km²

CurrencyQatari riyal (1 USD ≈ 3.64 QAR)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+974

Drives on theright

TimezoneQatar (UTC+3)

Nearest airportDoha International Airport (DIA), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites1

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$72,525 (2025)

Tourist arrivals582K (2020)

Climate in Doha

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest June. Best time to visit: February, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Doha, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.9°C	12.8°C	19mm	283h
February	24.7°C	13.8°C	1mm	283h
March	27.9°C	16.9°C	19mm	310h
April	33.8°C	22.2°C	41mm	285h
May	39.1°C	24.8°C	0mm	361h
June	43.7°C	28.8°C	0mm	372h
July	43.5°C	30.7°C	0mm	364h
August	43.5°C	30.2°C	0mm	353h
September	40.9°C	27.2°C	0mm	331h
October	35.3°C	23.3°C	0mm	339h
November	30.2°C	20.2°C	1mm	298h
December	25.2°C	16.1°C	1mm	294h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Qatar is a rich Arab state occupying a small peninsula extending into the Persian Gulf to the north of Saudi Arabia. Many come to the Middle East seeking the mystic, traditional life of the Bedouins, wandering the desert with their life's belongings on a camel's back. Although tradition is still an important part of the Qatari ethos, the country has well and truly moved into the twenty-first century with the piercing glass skyscrapers of Doha, a booming trade sector and a new-found place in international diplomacy. Qatar offers a unique blend of cultural authenticity and modern luxury, making it a major tourism hub in the region.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Zubarah

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About Bolivia

Bolivia, officially the Plurinational State of Bolivia, is a landlocked country located in central South America. Its geography primarily consists of an Andean region to the west and tropical lowlands to the east and north. The country has a diverse environment, including the vast Amazonian plain, the Gran Chaco, temperate valleys, the high-altitude Altiplano plateau, snow-capped peaks, and mountains, encompassing a wide range of climates and biomes across its regions and cities. It includes part of the Pantanal, the largest tropical wetland in the world, along its eastern border. Bolivia is bordered by Brazil to the north and east, Paraguay to the southeast, Argentina to the south, Chile to the southwest, and Peru to the west. The seat of government is La Paz, which contains the executive, legislative, and electoral branches of government, while the constitutional capital is Sucre, the seat of the judiciary. While most population and urban centers lie in the Andean region, the largest city and principal industrial center is Santa Cruz de la Sierra, located in the eastern tropical lowlands.

CapitalLa Paz

RegionSouth America

Population12.6M

Area1,098,581 km²

CurrencyBolivian boliviano (1 USD ≈ 11.72 BOB)

LanguagesAymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish

Calling code+591

Drives on theright

TimezoneLa Paz (UTC-4)

Nearest airportTeniente Av. Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport (TDD), 165 km

Emergency number110 / 119 / 160 / 911

UNESCO sites9

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$5,148 (2025)

Tourist arrivals323.3K (2020)

Climate in La Paz

Warmest October, coolest May, driest August, sunniest October. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, November.

Monthly climate normals for La Paz, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.5°C	24.1°C	331mm	262h
February	30°C	23.6°C	439mm	207h
March	31.7°C	23.7°C	260mm	291h
April	30.3°C	21.9°C	180mm	282h
May	28.7°C	19.3°C	85mm	301h
June	28.6°C	20.4°C	48mm	278h
July	28.9°C	19.4°C	53mm	316h
August	31.8°C	20.1°C	37mm	314h
September	33.4°C	22.1°C	67mm	305h
October	34.8°C	24.7°C	143mm	331h
November	32.5°C	23.6°C	166mm	311h
December	29.9°C	23.5°C	390mm	249h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Bolivia is a beautiful, geographically rich, and multiethnic country in the heart of South America, visited for its stunning mountain landscapes and vibrant indigenous culture.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

El Fuerte de Samaipata
Historic Center of Sucre
Historic City of Sucre
Inca road system
Jesuit Missions of Chiquitos
Noel Kempff Mercado National Park
Potosí
Q157603
Tiwanaku

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026Todos Santos

December 25, 2026Navidad

January 1, 2027Año Nuevo

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