Work visas
Bolivian Visa de Objeto Determinado (Work / Specific Purpose)
Entry visa for foreign nationals coming to work or for another specific authorised purpose, covering activity that goes beyond ordinary tourism.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The exact entry validity (around 30 days) is from embassy/consular pages and unverified against current DIGEMIG rules; specific fees are not stated.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Bolivia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa de Objeto Determinado
- Route type
- Specific-purpose entry visa (incl. work)
- Validity
- Short entry validity, renewable in Bolivia
- Embassy pages cite around 30 days entry validity; confirm current figure
- Passport validity
- Minimum 6 months
- Leads to
- Temporary residence permit (permanencia temporal)
Who it is for
Foreign nationals entering Bolivia to work under contract, or for another authorised specific purpose such as volunteering, academic exchange or religious activity.
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Sworn visa application form
- Document accrediting the activity to be carried out (e.g. work contract, invitation letter)
- For paid work: employment contract endorsed by the Ministry of Labour and employer NIT
- Police/criminal record certificate (applicants over 16)
- Proof of economic solvency
- Recent 4x4 cm photograph
What you can do
- Enter Bolivia for the specific authorised purpose stated
- Apply for a temporary residence permit to remain longer and work legally
How to apply
- Apply at a Bolivian consulate or via DIGEMIG Go with the supporting activity documents
- After entry, process the corresponding permanencia temporal at DIGEMIG
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.