United Arab EmiratesBolivia: Visa required

United Arab EmiratesBolivia

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Bolivia?

Visa required

Yes. United Arab Emirates 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 of2026-10-19

Distance13,712 km, straight line (~16h 38m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bolivia95 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bolivia passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Bolivia

United Arab Emirates passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for United Arab Emirates passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Bolivia?

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bolivia.

How far is Bolivia from United Arab Emirates?

About 13,712 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 38m 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 United Arab Emirates passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bolivia?

Peru, Paraguay, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia.

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 United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

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

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

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

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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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 ≈ 11.68 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	30.6°C	24°C	331mm	262h
February	30°C	23.5°C	439mm	207h
March	31.7°C	23.6°C	260mm	291h
April	30.3°C	21.9°C	180mm	282h
May	28.7°C	19.2°C	85mm	301h
June	28.6°C	20.3°C	48mm	278h
July	29°C	19.3°C	53mm	316h
August	31.8°C	20°C	37mm	314h
September	33.4°C	22°C	67mm	305h
October	34.8°C	24.6°C	143mm	331h
November	32.6°C	23.4°C	166mm	311h
December	30°C	23.3°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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