Passport Options For Bolivian Nationals In Washington, D.C

Bolivian nationals in Washington, D.C. can obtain passport services from the Embassy of Bolivia, which is also a consular service office. The Embassy offers passport renewals and first-time applications for children. The Embassy is located at 1825 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200 C, Washington, DC 20009, and can be contacted at 202-232-4827 or 4828. The office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and it is closed on weekends and public holidays.

The location of the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC

The Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC is located at 3014 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008. The Embassy can be contacted by phone at 1-202-483-4410, by fax at 1-202-328-3712, or by email at [email protected].

The Embassy offers a range of services to Bolivian citizens in the United States, including passport renewal, attestation certificates, and emergency certificates. It also assists travellers from the United States to Bolivia and citizens travelling from Bolivia to the United States. The Embassy is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, and is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

In addition to the Embassy in Washington DC, there are four Consulate Generals of Bolivia located across the United States in Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York. The Consulate in Washington DC is located at 1825 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200 C, Washington DC 20009. The Consulate can be contacted by phone at 202-232-4827 or 4828, by email at [email protected] or [email protected], and by fax at 202-232-8017. The Consulate's website provides information on visa and passport requirements and can be found at http://boliviawdc.org/es/contactenos.

It is important to note that the services provided by the Bolivian Embassy and Consulate in Washington DC are restricted to residents of specific states. The Embassy covers the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, and North Carolina. The Consulate in Washington DC serves the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, and North Carolina.

Requirements for a child's first passport

The Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC is located at 1825 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200 C, Washington, DC 20009. The Embassy provides passport services to Bolivian citizens, including the renewal of passports and the issuance of new passports for children.

To obtain a child's first Bolivian passport, the following requirements must be met:

• The minor or applicant must be present.
• The minor must have an updated Bolivian birth certificate.
• The minor must have a valid identity card.
• Both parents must be present with their CI and/or passport. If either parent is a foreigner, they must present their passport issued by their country. In the event of the death of one parent, a death certificate is required. In the absence of one parent, a special notarized power of attorney is required, authorizing the processing of the passport. Alternatively, a court ruling that authorizes the processing of the passport can be presented.
• In the case of adoption, an original or certified photocopy of the testimony of the adoption judgment must be attached.
• If any document presented is of foreign origin, it must be apostilled, legalized, or translated if applicable.

The cost of a new passport is $85, payable by credit or debit card. The processing time is approximately four weeks.

Requirements for passport renewal

The Bolivian Embassy in Washington, DC, provides passport renewal services to Bolivian nationals. The Embassy is located at 1825 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200 C, Washington, DC 20009, and can be contacted by telephone on 202-232-4827 or 4828, or by email at [email protected] or [email protected].

To renew a Bolivian passport, the applicant must schedule an appointment on the consulate's website and appear in person at their office. The renewal fee is $85, payable by credit or debit card. The following requirements must also be met:

• The presence of the applicant is required.
• A valid identity card must be presented.
• The applicant's valid passport must be presented (validity must not exceed 6 months).
• Any changes, such as name changes, must be supported by documentation (e.g., birth, marriage, or death certificate).
• In the case of a lost passport, a report of loss made to the police is required. If the applicant is unable to make the report to the police, it can be done at the Consulate offices for a fee of $50.
• The applicant's current identity card with updated and correct data must be presented.
• The applicant's last valid or expired passport must be presented.
• In the case of minors, the presence of both parents with their identity documents and passports is required, along with all the other necessary requirements.

The processing time for passport renewal is approximately 4 weeks.

How to apply for a Bolivian visa in Washington DC

To apply for a Bolivian visa in Washington DC, you must visit the Bolivia visa application centre in person. The Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC is located at 1718 Connecticut Ave NW 2nd Floor, Washington, DC, 20009. The Embassy's phone number is 202-232-4827 or 4828, and the email address is [email protected] or [email protected].

The Embassy's working hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

Please note that the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC only serves people residing in the following states: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. If you do not live in one of these states, you will need to contact a different Bolivian Consulate or Embassy.

When applying for a Bolivian visa, you must submit the relevant documents, which may include:

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining
• An international certificate of yellow fever vaccination
• Proof of a round-trip ticket or confirmation of plans to depart Bolivia
• Proof of lodging in Bolivia, such as a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host
• Completed web-based registration through SIGEMIG (Foreign Travelers to Bolivia)

The cost of a Bolivian visitor visa is $160 US, which can be paid in US or local currency upon arrival. This type of visa allows you to stay in Bolivia for up to 30 days per trip, not exceeding 90 days per year.

If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia, you must apply for a separate visa.

The jurisdiction of the Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC

The Bolivian Embassy in Washington DC offers a range of services to Bolivian citizens in the United States. The Embassy is led by General Freddy Bersatti, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim, and is located at 3014 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008.

The jurisdiction of the Embassy covers the following states and territories: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and North Carolina. The Embassy assists travellers to and from Bolivia and is involved in an educational exchange program sponsored by the Bolivian government.

The Embassy provides passport services to Bolivian nationals in the United States, including renewals, and the first application for children born abroad to Bolivian parents. The Embassy also offers other services such as attestation and emergency certificates.

The working hours of the Embassy are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and it is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

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