Bolivia Travel Advisory 2026
Current U.S. State Department advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level. Advisory as of June 3, 2026.
Official source: travel.state.gov
US vs UK: how the advice compares
🇺🇸 United States — travel.state.gov
Level 2 of 4 · as of June 3, 2026
🇬🇧 United Kingdom — FCDO (GOV.UK)
Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
Last updated July 3, 2026 · gov.uk advice
Latest UK update note: “FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to the department of La Paz, including the city of La Paz ('Warnings and insurance' page).”
See all countries where the two governments disagree on the US vs UK comparison page.
Advisory level timeline
June 3, 2026 — current
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Latest official advisory as captured in our snapshot.
No advisory level changes recorded for Bolivia since we began tracking in July 2026. We log every future change here, with dates and official change notes.
Is Bolivia safe? What the official advisory says
in Bolivia due to crime , unrest , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Crime
- Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist spots. Stay aware of your surroundings.
Unrest
- Large demonstrations can happen with little warning. Demonstrations may block transportation and other essential services.
- Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
- Check local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans.
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
- U.S. government employees working in Bolivia need special authorization to travel to Chapare Province due to a higher incidence of crimes connected to narcotrafficking.
- U.S. government employees working in Bolivia are encouraged to pay extra attention to their surroundings in El Alto because of petty crime.
- U.S. citizens in Bolivia are advised to take the same precautions.
- Health
- Hospitals in La Paz are not fully functional and lack medical supplies, including oxygen, due to protest blockades of roads leading to La Paz.
- Refer to our list of medical providers .
Condensed from the official State Department advisory of June 3, 2026 — read the full advisory before you travel.
Bolivia travel advisory FAQ
What is the current travel advisory level for Bolivia?
As of June 3, 2026, the U.S. State Department rates Bolivia at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.
What does Level 2 mean?
Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) — Be aware of heightened risks to safety and security. Most popular travel destinations worldwide sit at this level.
When did the Bolivia travel advisory last change?
The current advisory was published on June 3, 2026. No level changes have been recorded since we began tracking in July 2026 — this page will log every future change.
Does the UK government agree with the US advisory for Bolivia?
The UK Foreign Office (FCDO) position: Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country (last updated July 3, 2026). The US and UK use different systems — the US assigns a 1–4 level, while the UK either advises against travel (entirely or in part) or issues no overall warning.
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