Foreign travel advice

Bolivia

Warnings and insurance

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.

Travel and sale of alcohol ban 22-23 March

There is a national travel ban on 23 March, seek local advice about travel to the airport if you have a flight. The sale of alcohol will also be banned on 22 and 23 March, and shops and restaurants will be closed all day on 23 March.

Bolivia will hold a nationwide census on 23 March, and all residents in Bolivia must be in their home all day. Foreign nationals must also comply with this requirement and stay home or in their hotel on 23 March.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide and see support for British nationals abroad for information about specific travel topics.

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Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.