Travel guide to Bolivia (La Paz / Sucre) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: La Paz / Sucre
- Official language: Spanish (plus official indigenous languages)
- Currency: Bolivian Boliviano (BOB · Bs)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Requires a passport with at least 6 months validity and yellow fever vaccination certificate for tropical areas. (Min. 6 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type A & C · 230 V (115 V in some areas of La Paz) (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 110 | Ambulance: 118 / 165 | Fire: 119
- International calling code: +591
- Tap water safety: Drink only bottled or boiled water.
- Tipping custom: 5% to 10% voluntary tip at restaurants.
- Driving side: Right