Bolivia's migration regulation allows temporary permanence for study, work, health, family, and humanitarian reasons, with duration tied to the activity.
Best for
- People relocating for employment or professional activity
- Spouses and family members building lawful residence
- Students and long-term residents who need a Bolivian immigration file
Validity and fees
Validity: One, two, or three years depending on the activity, with renewals where the rules allow.
Fee: Government fees vary by category and duration; verify with DIGEMIG before filing.
Document checklist
- Valid passport or identity document accepted for your nationality
- Criminal or police records as required by DIGEMIG
- Documents proving work, family, study, health, or humanitarian basis; family files need relationship and dependency evidence where applicable
- Economic solvency evidence and current photo
Application sequence
- Enter Bolivia lawfully and preserve proof of your current status.
- Gather legalized or apostilled civil, police, work, or school records before deadlines.
- File the temporary permanence request with DIGEMIG or the enabled digital channel.
- Track renewal timing well before expiration and confirm any foreign identity-card procedure with SEGIP.
Watchouts
- Expired entry status can make residence filings harder or more expensive.
- DS 1923 permits renewable study residence of up to three years but excludes permanent residence through that student modality. Ask about any separately available route.
The right sequence depends on passport, purpose, where you are filing, and whether your documents need apostille or consular legalization.