Vietnam Visa for Bolivian Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Bolivianos and Steps
Vietnam visa for bolivian citizens: ordinary passports need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. BOB 556). Boliviano prices, La Paz cut-offs.
Bolivian citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Bolivian citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. BOB 556) all-in through us for single entry. Bolivia appears on a Vietnamese exemption list, but only for diplomatic and official passports. This page covers the e-visa, prices in bolivianos, urgent cut-offs in La Paz time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
La Paz is eleven hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese working day runs from 21:00 the evening before to 7:00 in your morning. An order placed at night reaches Vietnam as its day begins, and the table below shows why.
Vietnam visa for Bolivian citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No, not for ordinary passports |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. BOB 556) single, $82 (approx. BOB 970) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 3:15 in La Paz, delivered by 7:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Bolivian citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Bolivia's row on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026) is marked under Diplomatic and under Official/Service/Special, with a 90-day stay. The Ordinary column is empty, and Bolivia is absent from the later 45-day lists.
Older guides that quote a limited list of entry points describe a past system; today the e-visa works at 79 border gates. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Bolivia: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Bolivia is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Bolivian citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Bolivian passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Bolivia: e-visa cost in bolivianos
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. BOB 556) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in bolivianos.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Bolivian bolivianos at 1 USD = 11.83 BOB (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. BOB 556) | $82 (approx. BOB 970) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. BOB 816) | $98 (approx. BOB 1,159) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. BOB 1,088) | $116 (approx. BOB 1,372) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. BOB 1,171) | $123 (approx. BOB 1,455) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. BOB 1,396) | $150 (approx. BOB 1,774) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. BOB 1,999) | $212 (approx. BOB 2,508) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. BOB 3,076) | $285 (approx. BOB 3,371) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. BOB 2,957) | $280 (approx. BOB 3,312) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. BOB 296), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Bolivian citizens: urgent cut-offs in La Paz time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 21:00 in La Paz.
| Order cut-off | La Paz time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 3:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 4:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 6:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 7:00 |
Example: you order on Monday at 22:00 in La Paz, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 23:30, Super Urgent by 0:30 on Tuesday and Same day by 7:00 on Tuesday, all in La Paz time. Ordered on Tuesday at 5:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 6:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 0:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 3:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 7:00 in La Paz and ends on Sunday at 5:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 4:20 and it arrives by 7:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Bolivia
You apply from Bolivia online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Bolivian citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Bolivian citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Bolivian passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Bolivian citizens
Bolivian citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Bolivia
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. If you need consular help, the Embassy of Vietnam in Brazil in BrasÃlia also covers Bolivia, according to its own website.
Tips for Bolivian travelers
Two points help Bolivian travelers: reading the exemption list correctly, and ordering at the right hour.
Diplomatic and official passports are different
The 90-day stay on Bolivia's row of the exemption list belongs to diplomatic and official or service passports only. A holder of an ordinary Bolivian passport needs the e-visa, even if a colleague with an official passport enters without one.
Order in the evening, not the morning
Ordered at 9:00 in the morning in La Paz, your file reaches Vietnam after every urgent cut-off and starts at 8:00 the next Vietnamese morning, which is 21:00 that evening in La Paz. Ordered at 21:00 instead, every speed is still open.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Bolivian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Bolivian citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in bolivianos?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. BOB 296) for single entry and US$50 (approx. BOB 591) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in La Paz?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 3:15 La Paz time for delivery by 7:00, or Emergency before 6:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Bolivia?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
