Select a visa category below to find the visa issuance fee, number of entries, and validity period for visas issued to applicants from this country*/area of authority.
Visa Classification: The type of nonimmigrant visa you are applying for.
Fee: The reciprocity fee, also known as the visa issuance fee, you must pay. This fee is in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee (MRV fee).
Number of Entries: The number of times you may seek entry into the United States with that visa. "M" means multiple times. If there is a number, such as "One", you may apply for entry one time with that visa.
Validity Period: This generally means the visa is valid, or can be used, from the date it is issued until the date it expires, for travel with that visa. If your Validity Period is 60 months, your visa will be valid for 60 months from the date it is issued.
Visa Classification |
Fee | Number of Entries |
Validity Period |
---|---|---|---|
A-1 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
A-2 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
A-3 1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
B-1 | None | Multiple | 120 Months |
B-2 | None | Multiple | 120 Months |
B-1/B-2 | None | Multiple | 120 Months |
C-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
C-1/D | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
C-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
C-3 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
C-W-1 11 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
C-W-2 11 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
D | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
E-1 2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
E-2 2 ▲ | None | One | 3 Months |
E-2C 12 | None | One | 3 Months |
F-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
F-2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
G-1 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
G-2 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
G-3 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
G-4 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
G-5 1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
H-1B | $381.00 | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
H-1C | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
H-2A | None | N/A | N/A3 |
H-2B | None | N/A | N/A3 |
H-3 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
H-4 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
I | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
J-1 4 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
J-2 4 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
K-1 | None | One | 6 Months |
K-2 | None | One | 6 Months |
K-3 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
K-4 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
L-1 | $786.00 | Multiple | 60 Months |
L-2 | $786.00 | Multiple | 60 Months |
M-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
M-2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
N-8 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
N-9 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
NATO 1-7 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
O-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
O-2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
O-3 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
P-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
P-2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
P-3 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
P-4 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 3 |
Q-1 6 | None | Multiple | 15 Months 3 |
R-1 | $381.00 | Multiple | 60 Months |
R-2 | $381.00 | Multiple | 60 Months |
S-5 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
S-6 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
S-7 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
T-1 9 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
T-2 | None | One | 6 Months |
T-3 | None | One | 6 Months |
T-4 | None | One | 6 Months |
T-5 | None | One | 6 Months |
T-6 | None | One | 6 Months |
T-D 5 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
U-1 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
U-2 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
U-3 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
U-4 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
U-5 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
V-1 | None | Multiple | 120 Months |
V-2 | None | Multiple | 120 Months 8 |
V-3 | None | Multiple | 120 Months 8 |
▲. The Government of Bolivia has given notice of termination, effective June 10, 2012, for the bilateral investment treaty between the United States and Bolivia. As of June 10, 2012, the treaty ceased to have effect except that it continues to apply for another 10 years after that date to covered investments existing as of June 10, 2012. Posts must request an advisory opinion from CA/VO/L/A if the applicant: (1) previously has not received an E-2 visa or acquired E-2 status in the United States, or (2) is applying on the basis of an investment in a different commercial enterprise than the enterprise identified at the time the applicant qualified for the last E-2 visa or (if no previous E-2 visa) the change of nonimmigrant status to E-2.
Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.
The validity of A-3, G-5, and NATO 7 visas may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the person who is employing the applicant. The "employer" would have one of the following visa classifications:
An E-1 and E-2 visa may be issued only to a principal alien who is a national of a country having a treaty, or its equivalent, with the United States. E-1 and E-2 visas may not be issued to a principal alien if he/she is a stateless resident or national of a country without a treaty. *When the spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 principal alien are accorded derivative E-1 or E-2 status and are themselves a national of a country that does not have a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the principal alien’s country of nationality should be used. **Spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 visa principal applicant, where the spouse and children are also nationals of a country that has a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the spouse and children’s country of nationality should be used.
*Example 1: John Doe is a national of Country A that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country B which has no treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the same reciprocity as John Doe, the principal visa holder.
**Example 2: Mike Doe is a national of Country Y that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country Z that also has a treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the reciprocity issued to nationals of Country Z.
The validity of H-1 through H-3, O-1 and O-2, P-1 through P-3, and Q visas may not exceed the period of validity of the approved petition or the number of months shown, whichever is less.
Under 8 CFR §214.2, H-2A and H-2B petitions may generally only be approved for nationals of countries that the Secretary of Homeland Security has designated as participating countries. The current list of eligible countries is available on USCIS's website for both H-2A and H-2B visas. Nationals of countries not on this list may be the beneficiary of an approved H-2A or H2-B petition in limited circumstances at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security if specifically named on the petition.
Derivative H-4, L-2, O-3, and P-4 visas, issued to accompanying or following-to-join spouses and children, may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the principal alien.
There is no reciprocity fee for the issuance of a J visa if the alien is a United States Government grantee or a participant in an exchange program sponsored by the United States Government.
Also, there is no reciprocity fee for visa issuance to an accompanying or following-to-join spouse or child (J-2) of an exchange visitor grantee or participant.
In addition, an applicant is eligible for an exemption from the MRV fee if he or she is participating in a State Department, USAID, or other federally funded educational and cultural exchange program (program serial numbers G-1, G-2, G-3 and G-7).
However, all other applicants with U.S. Government sponsorships, including other J-visa applicants, are subject to the MRV processing fee.
Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican nationals coming to engage in certain types of professional employment in the United States may be admitted in a special nonimmigrant category known as the "trade NAFTA" or "TN" category. Their dependents (spouse and children) accompanying or following to join them may be admitted in the "trade dependent" or "TD" category whether or not they possess Canadian or Mexican nationality. Except as noted below, the number of entries, fees and validity for non-Canadian or non-Mexican family members of a TN status holder seeking TD visas should be based on the reciprocity schedule of the TN principal alien.
Since Canadian nationals generally are exempt from visa requirement, a Canadian "TN' or "TD" alien does not require a visa to enter the United States. However, the non-Canadian national dependent of a Canadian "TN", unless otherwise exempt from the visa requirement, must obtain a "TD" visa before attempting to enter the United States. The standard reciprocity fee and validity period for all non-Canadian "TD"s is no fee, issued for multiple entries for a period of 36 months, or for the duration of the principal alien's visa and/or authorized period of stay, whichever is less. See 'NOTE' under Canadian reciprocity schedule regarding applicants of Iranian, Iraqi or Libyan nationality.
Mexican nationals are not visa-exempt. Therefore, all Mexican "TN"s and both Mexican and non-Mexican national "TD"s accompanying or following to join them who are not otherwise exempt from the visa requirement (e.g., the Canadian spouse of a Mexican national "TN") must obtain nonimmigrant visas.
Applicants of Iranian, Iraqi, Libyan, Somalian, Sudanese, Syrian or Yemeni nationality, who have a permanent resident or refugee status in Canada/Mexico, may not be accorded Canadian/Mexican reciprocity, even when applying in Canada/Mexico. The reciprocity fee and period for "TD" applicants from Libya is $10.00 for one entry over a period of 3 months. The Iranian and Iraqi "TD" is no fee with one entry over a period of 3 months.
Q-2 (principal) and Q-3 (dependent) visa categories are in existence as a result of the 'Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998'. However, because the Department anticipates that virtually all applicants for this special program will be either Irish or U.K. nationals, the Q-2 and Q-3 categories have been placed only in the reciprocity schedules for those two countries. Q-2 and Q-3 visas are available only at the Embassy in Dublin and the Consulate General in Belfast.
No S visa may be issued without first obtaining the Department's authorization.
V-2 and V-3 status is limited to persons who have not yet attained their 21st birthday. Accordingly, the period of validity of a V-2 or V-3 visa must be limited to expire on or before the applicant's twenty-first birthday.
Posts may not issue a T-1 visa. A T-1 applicant must be physically present in the United States, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands or a U.S. port of entry, where he/she will apply for an adjustment of status to that of a T-1. The following dependents of a T-1 visa holder, however, may be issued a T visa at a U.S. consular office abroad:
The validity of NATO-5 visas may not exceed the period of validity of the employment contract or 12 months, whichever is less.
The validity of CW-1 and CW-2 visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (12 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.
The validity of E-2C visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (24 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.
The following certificates are issued by the Civil Registry Offices (Oficialías de Registro Civil) and/or SERECI (Servicio de Registro Cívico):
1. Birth Certificate
2. Marriage Certificate
3. Divorce Certificate (On the back of the Marriage Certificate)
4. Death Certificate
The same special security standardized pre-printed format and paper stock is used.
All Bolivian documents must comply with the following specifications:
Available
Fees: Local currency 50 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: CERTIFICADO DE NACIMIENTO
Issuing Authority: Civil Registry Offices (Oficialías de Registro Civil y Oficinas del Servicio de Registro Civil SERECI https://www.oep.org.bo/
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Civil Registry Officer (Oficial de Registro Civil)
Registration Criteria:
Procedure for Obtaining:
Certified Copies Available: For current certificates. No copies of previously issued records.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Available
Fees: Local currency 51 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: CERTIFICADO DE DEFUNCIÓN
Issuing Authority: Civil Registry Offices in all cities throughout Bolivia. (Oficialías de Registro Civil - Oficinas del Servicio de Registro Civil - SERECI) https://www.oep.org.bo/
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Civil Registry Officer (Oficial de Registro Civil)
Registration Criteria: A medical death report is necessary. The Certificado de Defunción may be obtained from the office of the Civil Registry in all cases of death occurring within Bolivian territory as long as it has been properly registered/recorded.
Procedure for Obtaining:
Certified Copies Available: For close relatives.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Available
Fees: Local currency 51 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: CERTIFICADO DE MATRIMONIO
Issuing Authority: Oficialías de Registro Civil - Oficinas del Servicio de Registro Civil (SERECI) https://www.oep.org.bo/
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Civil Registry Officer (Oficial de Registro Civil)
Registration Criteria: Marriage is registered as soon as it is celebrated.
Procedure for Obtaining:
Certified Copies Available: Yes. Previous marriage and divorce processes.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Available
Fees: Local currency 51 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: CANCELACIÓN DE LA PARTIDA DE MATRIMONIO - CERTIFICADO DE DIVORCIO
Issuing Authority: Oficialías de Registro Civil - Oficinas del Servicio de Registro Civil (SERECI) https://www.oep.org.bo/
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Civil Registry Officer (Oficial de Registro Civil)
Registration Criteria: Once the decree of final divorce is effective, the record of marriage is dissolved or annulled at the Civil Registry by appropriate annotation and divorce certificate can be issued.
Procedure for Obtaining:
Certified Copies Available: Previous marriages and divorces.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Available
Fees: There are no fees
Document Name: SENTENCIA DE ADOPCIÓN
Issuing Authority: Minor and Adolescent Judge Court (Juzgado del Menor)
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: There is no issuing authority personnel.
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining: There is no procedure for obtaining.
Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are available
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Available
Fees: Local currency 17 Bs. (2.5 USD)
Document Name: CÉDULA DE IDENTIDAD
Issuing Authority: SEGIP (SERVICIO GENERAL DE IDENTIFICACIÓN DE PERSONAL) National Identification Services
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
FRONT:
BACK:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Regional Director (Director Departamental).
Registration Criteria: Usually new records are registered for minors with a birth certificate and both parents present.
Procedure for Obtaining: if not already in the SEGIP system, present a birth certificate and a bank deposit in advance. Request in person on segip.gob
Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments: None
Police Certificate: CERTIFICADO DE ANTECEDENTES POLICIALES (3 en 1)
Available: To those 16 and older.
Fees: Local currency 75 Bs. (Around 11 USD)
Document Name: CERTIFICADO DE ANTECEDENTES POLICIALES (3 en 1)
FUERZA ESPECIAL DE LUCHA CONTRA EL NARCOTRAFICO
FUERZA ESPECIAL DE LUCHA CONTRA EL CRIMEN
FUERZA ESPECIAL DE LUCHA CONTRA LA VIOLENCIA
Issuing Authority: Police Record Registry Offices from the Bolivian National Police
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
If there are records, report is usually in the back.
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Revising Officer and Chief of Police Record Registry (Filiador/Responsable y Jefe de la División de Certificación de Registro y Antecedentes Policiales).
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining: Must be obtained personally and present current valid Bolivian ID and current photo 4x4 cm. in red background.
Certified Copies Available: Current certificate has all previous records.
Alternate Documents: Individual Police Certificates from each Bolivian National Police Division: 1) FELCC 2) FELCN and 3) FELCV
Exceptions: None
Comments:
For immigrant visa processing, the Consular Section in Bolivia requires:
Certificates issued by FELCC/FELCN/FELCV/REJAP must be issued within the last year at the time of the interview.
Available: To those 16 and older.
Fees: Local Currency 50 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: INFORME DE ANTECEDENTES PENALES del REGISTRO JUDICIAL DE ANTECEDENTES PENALES (REJAP)
Issuing Authority: Dirección Nacional de Registro de Antecedentes Penales.
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: National and District Officers for the Penal Record Registry (Usually Responsable REJAP Nacional y Responsable REJAP La Paz or city where It has been requested).
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining:
Must be obtained personally and present current and valid Bolivian ID. It can be processed in Bolivian diplomatic offices in the US.
Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available. All information on records is registered on this certificate.
Alternate Documents:
Electronic FELCN and FELCC certificate (either individual ones or 2 in 1)obtained at https://estadodigital.mingobierno.gob.bo/cudap/home (if certificate is digital, it must have QR code below photo subject) plus individual FELCV
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Certificates issued by FELCC/FELCN/FELCV/REJAP must be issued within the last two years at the time of the interview.
Available: Yes. To those 16 and older.
Fees: Local Currency 50 Bs. (USD 7)
Document Name: INFORME DE ANTECEDENTES PENALES del REGISTRO JUDICIAL DE ANTECEDENTES PENALES (REJAP)
Issuing Authority: Dirección Nacional de Registro de Antecedentes Penales.
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: National and District Officers for the Penal Record Registry (Responsable Nacional y Responsable Distrital del Registro de Antecedentes Penales)
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining:
Must be obtained personally and present current and valid Bolivian ID. It can be processed in Bolivian diplomatic offices in the United States..
Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available. All information on records is registered on this certificate.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
Types Available: Regular
Fees: Around 485 Bs. (Around 72 USD)
Document Name: PASAPORTE REGULAR
Issuing Government Authority: General Immigration Direction (Dirección General de Inmigración)
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Bolivian Immigration Office
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining: Request in person. Applicant will be asked to make deposits after verifications. migracion.gob.bo
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: None
Comments:
The issuing center for Bolivian passports for Central & North America is the Bolivian Consulates in Washington, DC. This process is valid since December 2011.
Post Title: US Embassy
Address: 2780 Arce Avenue
Phone Number: 591-2-2168000
Email IV: consularlapaziv@state.gov
Email NIV: consularlapazniv@state.gov
Visa Services: IV and NIV
Comments / Additional Information:
HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday to Thursday 0800 to 1700 - Friday 0800 to 1200 (No interviews)
All visa categories for all of Bolivia.
Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.
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