Bolivia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Bolivia due to civil unrest. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
There are recurring demonstrations, strikes, roadblocks, and marches in major cities in Bolivia. Demonstrations and marches are centered on city plazas, vote counting centers, and electoral tribunals. Roadblocks and strikes cut off traffic on major thoroughfares, highways between cities, and airport access. There are reports of sporadic violence, and local authorities have used crowd control measures to discourage protests.
Domestic and international flights may be delayed or cancelled, and road travel around and between cities may be impeded.
Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.
If you decide to travel to Bolivia:
- Limit plans for travel to and around Bolivia.
- Avoid demonstration areas.
- Find a safe location, and shelter in place if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates on demonstrations and security conditions.
- Plan for alternate travel routes or remain in place if planned travel is inhibited.
- Contact your airline or travel agency prior to travel.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Review the Crime and Safety Report for Bolivia.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Last Update: Reissued with addition of civil unrest indicator.
Source: Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State