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.

Security situation

There have been reports of heightened military activity by a faction of the Bolivian Armed Forces in La Paz. If in La Paz, you should stay in your accommodation or remain in a safe place. Avoid the Plaza Murillo in La Paz and surrounding areas.

The security situation could change quickly without warning. Remain alert to developments and pay attention to instructions from local authorities if in any other part of Bolivia.

Help and support   

If you are a British national in Bolivia and need assistance, orcontact ifFCDO’s 24-7 services by telephone on (591 2) 2433424, and select option 2 for consular services for British nationals. 

If you are callingin from the UK,UK and worried about a British person in Bolivia, you can call the FCDO in London 24-7 on +44020 (0)20 7008 5000.

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.