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Protests and road blockadesÌý

There are ongoing protests and road blockades in the department of La Paz, including the city of La Paz, with the risk of them becoming violent. Follow the advice of local authorities and do not cross blockades. Ìý

The situation has the potential to deteriorate quickly and without warning. Make sure you are ready to change your plans quickly if needed. If you are trying to leave Bolivia, check for messaging from your airline or tour operator for up-to-date information. Ensure your travel documents remain valid and confirm you have any required visas for onward travel.Ìý

Due to the road blockades, if youÌýpurchaseÌýa bus ticket ‘condicionado’ it means the bus company may not be able to guarantee arrival to your destination. When travelling, do not use the roads on following routes until further notice:Ìý

• between La Paz and Copacabana (Lake Titicaca)Ìý

• between La Paz and Oruro Ìý

• between La Paz and Uyuni via OruroÌý

• between La Paz andÌýRurrenabaque Ìý

Walking on certain roads may be dangerous due to the risk of violence around blockades and the effects of altitude. If you are in safe accommodation along these routes, you should remain there and follow the advice of the local authorities.Ìý

Any British national who is currently stuck in a road blockade, or who requires urgent consular assistance, should contact us by phone onÌý+44 (0)20 7008 5000, selecting theÌýoption: ‘Consular services for BritishÌýnationals’.ÌýYou’llÌýbe put through to our 24/7 Consular team in our Consular Contact Centre.ÌýIf you are in Bolivia and using a phone with a localÌýSIMÌýpleaseÌýcallÌý+591 2-2010020Ìýand select option 2.