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Specific Purpose Visa (Visa de Objeto Determinado) - Volunteering
BoliviaBolivia•South America
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Specific Purpose Visa (Visa de Objeto Determinado) - Volunteering

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

2–3 weeks

Estimated Cost

USD $85

Stay Duration

1 to 2 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Issued to individuals performing unpaid social or humanitarian service for registered organizations.

The Specific Purpose Visa for volunteering is a travel authorization designed for individuals performing unpaid social or humanitarian work. It serves as the mandatory first step for those intending to reside in Bolivia, requiring the holder to initiate residency proceedings with DIGEMIG upon arrival.

This visa does not grant work authorization and is strictly limited to the scope of the sponsoring organization's activities.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 month
Extendable up to2 months

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Permanent Residency (Permanencia Definitiva)
Bolivia flagBolivia

Permanent Residency (Permanencia Definitiva)

ValidityPermanent
Processing3-6 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be for unpaid social/humanitarian service.

Must have an official invitation letter from a registered organization in Bolivia.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed Sworn Statement (Formulario de Declaración Jurada)

Passport (minimum 6 months validity)

Recent passport-sized photograph

Letter of invitation from the sponsoring organization in Bolivia

Proof of economic solvency

Certificate of good conduct/police record

International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever (if applicable)

Flight itinerary

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Official pathway to legal residency
  • Allows for humanitarian contribution

Worth Knowing

  • Does not grant work authorization
  • Requires transition to residency status within 30 days
  • Fees may vary by consulate
  • Paid employment
  • Lack of registration of the sponsoring organization
  • Criminal record

Application Process

1

Complete Sworn Statement online

2

Submit application to Bolivian Consulate

3

Pay visa fee

4

Enter Bolivia within visa validity

5

Apply for residency at DIGEMIG within 30 days

Application Forms

Formulario de Declaración JuradaFill online

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