Bolivia Travel Advisory: Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution
The U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Bolivia, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, unrest, and health. Some areas have increased risk. U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Chapare Province due to higher incidence of narcotrafficking-related crime. Demonstrations may occur with little warning; avoid crowds and monitor local media.
Impact and considerations
Bolivia has risks of crime and unrest; business travelers should avoid Chapare Province and be aware that demonstrations may affect travel.
Key points
- Bolivia remains at Level 2 due to crime, unrest, and health.
- Chapare Province has high narcotrafficking-related crime; U.S. employees need special authorization.
- Demonstrations may disrupt transportation; avoid crowds.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 18 Aug 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 9 Sept 2026, 00:48
- Last updated
- 18 Aug 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：Bolivia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 18 Aug 2026, 08:00