🇧🇴 Bolivia · Student
Visa de estudiante de intercambio sin convenio estatal — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €46 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 6 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://bolivianembassy.ca/seccion-consular/servicios-consulares/visas/visa-de-estudiante/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“"Certificado de vacunación contra la fiebre amarilla y/u otra certificación de salud, si corresponde."”
“"Certificado vigente que acredite que la persona extranjera no tiene antecedentes penales y/o policiales..."”
“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: Una visa de Estudiante es otorgada a los ciudadanos extranjeros que viajen a Bolivia con el objetivo de realizar actividades académicas o es”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.