Customs - Bolivia

BOLIVIA

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Valid Passport

Inventory (original and four copies) in Spanish without values

Insurance Policy (original and two copies)

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IS REQUIRED FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Duty-free entry for foreign diplomats

Bolivian diplomats returning to Bolivia are not entitled to duty-free exemptions

Non-diplomats can import used household goods and personal effects, but they are subject to duties and taxes

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

New items (invoice required)

Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products

Food (Phytosanitary Certificate required)

Medicine

Plants (Certificate of Sanitation)

Carpets

Precious metal objects, jewelry and coins

ALL OF THE ABOVE REQUIRE AN IMPORT PERMIT

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Weapons, ammunition and explosives

Drugs and narcotics

Pornographic material

MOTOR VEHICLES

CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IS REQUIRED FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Taxes and duties apply

Authorization MUST be obtained prior to shipping from SGS or Inspectorate for vehicles of F.O.B. value over $12,000

Only left-hand drive cars allowed

Documents required:

Commercial Invoice
Certificate of driving conditions, proving that the vehicle is in good condition
Insurance Policy (original and two copies)

Certificate of Origin
Verifying Certificate (for non-diplomatic vehicle shipments)
Description of car (make, year, model, etc.)
Title
Registration

PETS

Health Certificate and inoculation required
Most pets can be imported provided the shipper has a certificate of health and recent proof of rabies vaccination. Importer must be present for clearance. May be subject to payment of 32% duty.

LIQUOR

All liquor within a shipment will be subject to duty and tax. Must present an inventory with exact number of bottles. Importer's presence is required. Subject to payment of 42% over CIF value

NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.