Roadblocks in Irpavi

This Warden Message warns U.S. citizens in and around La Paz to take additional caution driving outside the La Paz city limits. Two incidents where U.S. Citizens were detained by spontaneous roadblocks have occurred in the past two weeks.

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba on March 2 and 3, 2015

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Roadblocks And Violent Clashes With Police Between La Paz And El Alto

protests at el alto airport 27 october 2009

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
October 27, 2009

This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in La Paz, Bolivia, that administrative employees at El Alto International Airport are currently protesting and have caused problems with accessing the airport. The situation may change at any moment. Therefore, U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area, and to contact airport authorities at 591-2-2281-0122 or your local airline office for the latest information before traveling to the area.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia, and the latest Travel Alerts, Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.

Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-411-1363. For after-hour emergencies, please contact 591-2-216-8500.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Emergency Message For U.S. Citizens: Terrorist Activity Worldwide

no consular services in santa cruz 25 february 2009

(Santa Cruz)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
February 20, 2009

This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Santa Cruz the agency will not be offering notarization services on Wednesday, February 25, 2009. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services may come to the consular agency on Wednesday, March 4, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. by appointment only. To request an appointment by phone please call (591-3) 351-3480 or by e-mail to USCit.Services.SRZ@gmail.com. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (591-2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone and/or email at the numbers and address mentioned above, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration Notice

by American Citizens Service US Consulate
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Invite To Town Hall Meeting At Cba In Sucre On Thursday, April 26, 6-8 Pm

Dear U.S. Citizen: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Sucre on Thursday, April 26, at 6:00 p.m. The CBA is located at Calle Calvo 301, esq. Potosi.

Topics include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc. Please let us know by Monday, April 23 if you will attend by emailing us at ConsularLaPaz@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

I look forward to meeting you!
Barbara Mozdzierz
American Citizen Services Officer

Travel Alert - Bolivia - August 12 to November 12 - 2010

Travel Alert - U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE - Bureau of Consular Affairs - Bolivia - August 12, 2010 - This Travel Alert is being issued to alert U.S. citizens to unstable social and security situations in several regions of Bolivia. This Travel Alert expires on November 12, 2010.

Over the past three weeks, civic groups and other factions in the regions of Potosi, Oruro, and Uyuni have staged protests against the Bolivian government over a border dispute and accusations that the government has failed to follow through on development projects in their regions. Protesters have erected roadblocks along major intra-city routes, obstructing travel to and from these regions. Thousands of people, including several hundred tourists, have been trapped by the roadblocks for as long as 16 days. Food, water, and medical supplies in these regions are limited and looting is considered likely. Protesters, using dynamite and hunger strikes to call attention to their requests, have threatened to extend the blockades and demonstrations to the city of La Paz, if their demands are not met.

The State Department urges U.S. citizens in Bolivia to avoid making travel arrangements to Potosi, Oruro, or Uyuni until the situation is resolved. U.S. citizens in those regions should maintain a low profile and limit their movement until the situation subsides.

The State Department reminds U.S. citizens that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia; and even though they might be intended to be peaceful, they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Travelers in vehicles should not attempt to pass through or around roadblocks, even if they appear unattended. U.S. citizens who encounter a demonstration should try to depart the area as quickly as possible.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agency in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

U.S. Embassy La Paz Town Hall Mtg. 3 Feb. 2012

by U.S. Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting in La Paz at the American Cooperative School (Colegio Calvert) on Friday, February 3, at 6:00 pm. Colegio Calvert is located at Calle 10 y Pasaje Las Higueras s/n, Calacoto, La Paz.

Topics include: Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, applications for passports, reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc.

If you would like to register to vote at the Town Hall Meeting, please bring your Social Security Number and your last address in the U.S.

Please let us know by Wednesday February 1 if you will attend by emailing consularlapaz@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

Please present an I.D. at the entrance of Colegio Calvert.

The Consular Section will hold such Town Hall meetings in Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, Tarija and Sucre in the coming months. Invites to these meetings will be sent out as soon as the dates are scheduled.

US Embassy Town Hall Meeting for US Citizens in Santa Cruz 8 March 2012

To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Santa Cruz on Thursday, March 8, at 6:00 p.m. The CBA is located at Calle Potosi #78 in Santa Cruz.

Topics include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc.

In order to register to vote, you need your Social Security Number and your last address in the U.S.

Please let us know by Monday, March 5 if you will attend by emailing us at ConsularSantaCruz@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

Message for U.S. Citizens: Postponement of Community 4th of July Event

by American Citizen Services, US Consulate, La Paz

Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Restructures Consular Services in Cochabamba

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

From The U.S. Embassy: Worldwide Travel Alert

Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba on March 2 and 3, 2015

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia - February 5, 2015 - The U.S. Consular Agency in Cochabamba is now closed to the public and will not reopen. This message is to advise the public needing services in Cochabamba that U.S. Embassy personnel will provide routine consular services to U.S. citizens, federal beneficiaries, and customers requiring notarial services in Cochabamba on March 2 and 3, 2015, at the Education USA office in the Centro Boliviano Americano (CBA) located in Calle 25 de Mayo Nº 0365, Cochabamba.

Individuals who require consular services in Cochabamba will need to schedule an appointment by sending an email to ConsularLaPazACS@state.gov with the type of appointment needed, names of all people attending and a preferred time for the appointment. The Consular Section will send a confirmation email.

The schedule in which services will be provided will be the following:

Monday, March 2 and Tuesday, March 3

Morning: 09:00 am to 12:00 pm

Afternoon: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm

The routine consular services that will be provided include:

· Applications for Passports

· Applications for Additional Visa Pages

· Applications for Consular Reports of Birth Abroad

· Requests for Consular Reports of Death

· Notarial Services

· Various Federal Benefits Services

Please note that the only official representative of the U.S. Embassy that is authorized to provide American Citizens Services in Cochabamba is the officer that will be providing these services on March 2 and 3, 2015.

For all questions and services related to non-immigrant (NIV) visas, please continue to contact the U.S. Embassy in La Paz at ConsularLaPazNIV@state.gov and ConsularLaPazIV@state.gov for immigrant visas (IV).

Please check the U.S. Citizens Services web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/service.html for the required forms and documents which will need to be submitted for the different services.

As a reminder, all business related to U.S. visas will continue to be exclusively managed at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz.

You can stay in touch and receive Embassy updates by checking the Embassy website, found here. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, by calling the regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Bolivia enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at www.Travel.State.Gov. STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the U.S. embassy.

Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for Bolivia. For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website.

Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for up-to-date information on travel restrictions. You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

You can contact the American Citizen Services Unit at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at ConsularLaPazACS@state.gov or by telephone at 591-2-216-8246 during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 2.30 p.m. to 4 p.m.) or 591-2-216-8500 after hours and on weekends.

The U.S. Embassy is located at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public by appointment on Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. You can schedule a non-emergency appointment by visiting our website.

The Embassy operates one Consular Agency in the city of Santa Cruz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency is located on Roque Aguilera Avenue #146 (3rd ring). You can contact the Santa Cruz Consular Agency by telephone at 591-3-351-3477, during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.).

If you wish to visit the Consular Agency for a non-emergency matter, please schedule an appointment through our website: http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/service.html

new absentee voter online tool

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

July 23, 2008 REDESIGNED WEBSITE AND AUTOMATED VOTER REGISTRATION/BALLOT DELIVERY TOOL

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) would like to announce our updated website, featuring an automated Voter Registration/Ballot Delivery tool. These two improvements will provide voters with greater access to timely and accurate absentee voting information and an electronic alternative to the by-mail process, designed to expedite the absentee voting process and facilitate communication between local election offices and voters.

We encourage voters to use our new tool, now available on our website, to complete the Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Request Form using only the specific information they need for their state. Voters from participating states and jurisdictions may also elect to use the feature to send a completed, signed, and scanned Registration and Ballot Request Form to their local election office and receive their blank ballot online via a secure server. The tool uses a multi-layer approach to security which ensures that the voter's personal information is not viewed by anyone except the intended recipient. These advancements will provide military and overseas voters an easier way to register and request absentee ballots, as well as another alternative to the by-mail process of absentee voting, without sacrificing the security of the voter's identity.

FVAP also launched a comprehensively redesigned website, based on user feedback and focus group studies. The user-friendly site has state-specific instructions for voting absentee, assisting all military and overseas citizen voters. There are also updated sections of the site dedicated to information for Voting Assistance Officers and election officials. We hope you find it informative and easy to use.


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We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Renovar Pasaporte Americano

by sebastian rios reyes
(santa cruz bolivia)

por favor me urge renovar el pasaporte de mi hijo ciudadano americano ...gracias

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Nota de BoliviaBella.com - este sitio web no es el sitio web de la Embajada de USA. Unicamente publicamos informacion que ellos comparten con nosotros.

El sitio web de la embajada de USA es:

http://bolivia.usembassy.gov

Para renovar su pasaporte debe hacer una cita con el consulado, y esta debe ser solicitada en linea aqui:

http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/passports.html

American Citizen Services at the US Consulate in Santa Cruz May 14, 2010

U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, May 12, 2010. This message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Santa Cruz that on Friday May 14, 2010, the Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will be providing consular services. Those interested in receiving consular services on this date must schedule an appointment by calling the agency’s phone numbers: 351-3477 or 251-3479.

For passport and birth certificate applications, please consult the American Citizens Service section of the Embassy website at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/acs.html for more information. Also, please take both the original and a photocopy of all supporting and identification documentation to present to the Consular Official.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and on Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Possible Demonstrations and Roadblocks in Potosi

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - November 5, 2010 - This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia of possible demonstrations and roadblocks affecting travel between Potosí and Oruro.

Newspaper and television media have reported that the Comité Cívico Potosinista (COMCIPO) may erect road blockades if the Government of Bolivia fails to respond to their demands linked to development projects and a longstanding border dispute with Oruro. COMCIPO announced that if their demands go unmet, they will establish road blockades on or around November 10.

The Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid traveling to Potosí and the surrounding regions until the situation is resolved. U.S. citizens planning to travel between the cities of La Paz, Oruro, and/or Potosi should consider their routes and check news reports prior to departing for updates on possible protest and blockade locations.

The U.S. Department of State issued a Travel Alert for Bolivia on August 12, 2010, to alert U.S. citizens of the unstable social and security situation in several regions across the country. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review the travel alert on the Embassy's website or at http://travel.state.gov.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations, including those targeting the U.S. Embassy, and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Town Hall Meeting for US Citizens in Santa Cruz - 4 Oct 2012

To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a TOWN HALL MEETING at the Centro Boliviano Americano (CBA) on Thursday October 4, 2012, from 18:00 to 20:00.

The CBA is located at Calle Potosí #78, Santa Cruz.

Meet the new Consular Chief (18:00-18:15)

Learn about Voter Registration & Absentee Voting (18:15-19:00), and

Other Consular Services/Q&A (19:00-20:00)

Please RSVP to consularsantacruz@state.gov by Friday, September 28, 2012, if you wish to attend. Subject Line: "Town Hall Meeting".

Please bring an I.D. for entrance to the event.

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations in La Paz, Potosi and Sucre

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Nationwide Public Transportation Strike

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, March 3, 2010 This Warden Message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that the Bolivian press is reporting that the Driver’s Union of Bolivia (the “Confederacion de Choferes de Bolivia”) has announced a forty-eight hour nationwide public transportation strike to begin on Wednesday, March 3, 2010.

The Union is protesting against the recently approved decree that imposes sanctions on drunk drivers, bus owners and companies that operate buses that are responsible for causing accidents.

U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid areas where mass blockades, protests, or demonstrations may occur during this strike. We wish to remind U.S. citizens that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence at any time. If you need to travel through Bolivia, or within any of its cities, use your best judgment, and remain alert.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at 591-3-351-3477 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and the Cochabamba consular agency at 591-4-411-6313 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

Town Hall Meeting for US Citizens in Cochabamba April 26, 2012

Dear American Citizen: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Sucre on Thursday, April 26, at 6:00 p.m.
The CBA is located at Calle Calvo 301, esq. Potosi.

Topics include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc.

Please let us know by Monday, April 23 if you will attend by emailing us at ConsularLaPaz@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

I look forward to meeting you on Thursday!

Regards,
Barbara Mozdzierz
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz

Message for U.S. Citizens: Santa Cruz Consular Agency Hours of Operation November 2014

Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting in Santa Cruz 21 September 2015

by Citizen Services
(US Embassy La Paz, Bolivia)

Voting Assistance Workshop February 1, 2010

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) will conduct a Voting Assistance Workshop on Monday, February 1, from 13:00 to 15:00, at the U.S. Embassy Auditorium located at Avenida Arce #2780, San Jorge, La Paz. This workshop is oriented toward Voting Assistance Officers (VAOs) and persons that provide voting assistance at U.S. Embassies and Consulates, members of American citizen organizations, and interested individuals.

This workshop will be an interactive, hands-on training session with the participants asking questions and making comments as the workshop progresses. The workshop will provide critical information and resources for the success of the voter in participating in the U.S. electoral process.

If you plan to attend this workshop, please RSVP via email at consularlapaz@state.gov, subject “Voting Assistance Workshop Attendance”. Only those who pre-register with the Embassy will be able to participate in the workshop.

Please note that the U.S. Embassy will not be able to provide parking space and that you will be requested to provide an I.D. at the entrance.

Sincerely, American Citizens Services Unit, U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

US Embassy Warden Message Regarding Bad Weather Conditions in and around Cuzco, Peru

This warden message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens residing and traveling in and around Cusco, Peru of travel difficulties due to bad weather. Heavy rains since January 22, 2010 have caused landslides throughout the Sacred Valley, blocking routes into and out of Cusco. Travelers should consider postponing visits to Cusco and Machu Picchu until the weather clears and the roads and train are re-opened.

We have received reports of the following:
- The airport in Cusco is closed;
- The train to/from Cusco and Machu Picchu has been cancelled
since January 23 due to landslides;
- The roads into and out of Machu Picchu are currently closed;
- The Pisac bridge has collapsed;
- The Huallabamba bridge is under water; and
- There was a landslide in Oropesa en route to Puno, travel is
limited.

Peruvian authorities are working to open a route out of Machu Picchu. The U.S. Embassy will continue to monitor this situation. Travelers to this region should consider postponing until the weather clears and the roads are open. U.S. citizens may wish to monitor local media sources for new developments and exercise extreme caution if travel to this region is unavoidable.

For any emergencies involving American citizens, please contact the
American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit of the U.S. Embassy?s Consular
Section, located in Monterrico, a suburb of Lima, at Avenida La
Encalada, Block Seventeen; telephone 51-1-618-2000 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or for after-hours emergencies; fax 51-1-618-2397, or 618-2724 (American Citizen Services Unit); Internet website at http://lima.usembassy.gov/.

The Consular Section is open for American Citizens Services, including registration, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 am weekdays, excluding U.S. and Peruvian holidays. The U.S. Consular Agency in Cusco, Peru, can be found at Avenida Pardo 845, Cusco.

The office can be reached by phone at (51-84) 231-474, and is open Monday thru Friday, excluding U.S. and Peruvian holidays, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

US Consular Agent in Santa Cruz Bolivia

2010. The US Consular Agent in Santa Cruz is Nicole Martinez. The consulate agency address is Radial Castilla S/N - Entre 3er Anillo Interno y 3er Anillo Externo. (Across the street from the St. Thomas school soccer field.) Phone 351-3477. U.S. citizens must now make an appointment online to visit the consular agent. You can do this by going to the U.S. Embassy website at

www.bolivia.usembassy.gov

Click on the U.S. Citizens Services tab, then on the right side of the page click to "make an appointment". You must choose from dates that are open for an appointment.

The US Consular agent in Santa Cruz provides limited services such as passport renewals, for example. Some services are provided only in La Paz.

new us embassy american citizen service hours

(Santa Cruz)

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia To: All American Citizens
From: American Citizens Services Unit Date: July 3, 2008
Subject: Warden Message – New ACS Hours

This Warden Message is being issued to notify American citizens that effective August 1, 2008, in order to better respond to our customers and provide enhanced consular services, the American Citizen Services Unit will be open mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:00 to 12:30, and in the afternoon on Fridays from 2:00 to 4:00, except U.S. and local holidays. To avoid common impediments to quicker processing, please first check the requirements of the relevant service at
http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/information_for_travelers.html

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at
http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel
Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at
http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at
http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web
site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4)411-6313.

Referendum 25 January 2009

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia )

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
January 20, 2009

This Warden Message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that on Sunday, January 25, Bolivia will be holding a referendum that will affect business operations and activities throughout the country. Please review the following and make the necessary arrangements to minimize any inconvenience.

Beginning Thursday, January 22, at midnight (i.e., 12:01 AM Friday, January 23) through Monday, January 26, at noon, the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be suspended. Carrying firearms on the day of the referendum is illegal.

Beginning midnight Saturday, through midnight Sunday, no private vehicles or public transportation will be allowed on the road without prior authorization from the Electoral Court. Domestic flights will be cancelled, but international flights will be operating. Please note that the transportation services from the airport to the different cities in Bolivia will be limited to hotel shuttles. Travelers should arrange their plans so as to avoid travel to/from/within Bolivia on January 25, 2009, if possible.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3480 or by e-mail to USCit.Services.SRZ@gmail.com, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313 or e-mail to USCit.Services.CBB@gmail.com.

Limited Travel and National Elections December 6th in Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA December 2, 2009

This Warden Message is to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that on Sunday, December 6 Bolivia will be holding nationwide general elections. The elections will affect business operations and activities throughout the country. Please review the following and make the necessary arrangements to minimize any inconvenience.

From 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, December 5, until noon Monday, December 7, the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be suspended. Carrying firearms during that period is illegal. Additionally, between 12:01 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, no private vehicles or public transportation will be allowed on the streets without prior authorization from the National Electoral Court.

No domestic flights are scheduled for Sunday, December 6, but international flights will continue to operate as scheduled. Please note that transportation services from the airport to the different cities in Bolivia will be limited to hotel shuttles. Travelers should arrange their plans to avoid travel to, from or within Bolivia on December 6, if possible.

U.S. citizens should be aware that the political party MAS will stage two large rallies in the cities of Santa Cruz and La Paz prior to the election. On Wednesday, December 2, 2009, a rally is planned in Santa Cruz during the afternoon hours. A second rally on Thursday, December 3 is scheduled to take place in El Alto outside of La Paz at 3:00 p.m. Access to the La Paz airport may be obstructed by this rally. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid these areas if possible.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety. U.S. citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest, and as a result, there will be minimal municipal patrols. Criminals can be expected to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

U.S. citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's website at http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/ or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel.

Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's website at http://travel.state.gov.

Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

American Citizens Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

19 august strike

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
August 18, 2008

This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling
to and residing in Bolivia that a 24-hour general strike has been
called by the Departments of Pando, Beni, Santa Cruz, Tarija, and
Chuquisaca to protest gas revenue sharing with the central government.
The strike is scheduled for Tuesday, 19 August 2008. During such
general strikes, all businesses, public transportation, and private
vehicles will be shut down and not permitted to operate. However, the
Viru Viru International Airport in Santa Cruz will remain open with
special transportation (authorized by the department of Santa Cruz)
available for traveling passengers. Enforcement to violations of the
general strike by non-governmental "civic groups" may be harsh and
severe. There are reports that Bolivian National Police (BNP) and
special military police garrisons are to be on call to provide
critical infrastructure protection. We ask American citizens to read
the country-specific information on Bolivia, available at
http://www.travel.state.gov, specifically the information under
"Safety and Security."

There is a higher potential for confrontation between opposing
political forces as tensions may escalate from high to critical.
There are also reports that roads between Cochabamba and Santa Cruz
may be blocked by counter-demonstrators. As a result, all U.S.
mission facilities in Santa Cruz, Department of Santa Cruz, and
Trinidad, Department of Beni, will not be open during the general
strike, and U.S. mission employees are to remain indoors. This means
that the consular agency in Santa Cruz will be closed. Please note
that the general strike does not affect the Departments of La Paz and
Cochabamba, so U.S. mission activities in La Paz and Cochabamba will
remain open for business as usual.

As a reminder, if anyone leaves their residences and encounter
demonstrations or large gatherings, you are instructed to leave the
area immediately. In addition to this potential civil unrest, it is
not uncommon for streets to be blocked by protesters. As a result,
where traffic is impassable, your presence as a US citizen may incite
crowds to use you as a convenient target of opportunity. While the
local police will be present, they may not be able to respond to your
individual situation. In addition, the US embassy or US consular
agency in Santa Cruz will not be able to respond to your situation
should you encounter any problems.

American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness
through the Department of Homeland Security's web site at
http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register
and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz
and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz,
Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance
of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department
of State's Consular Affairs web site:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within
the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United
States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services
unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The
consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477
(except Tuesday, August 19) and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further
assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Message for U.S. Citizens: Invitation to Town Hall Meeting in Santa Cruz on 12 November 2014

Warden Message Regarding Floodings and Extreme Weather Conditions in Certain Areas of Bolivia

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, January 29, 2010 This warden message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens residing and traveling in and around the areas of Santa Cruz, Beni, Cochabamba, the north of La Paz, and Sucre of possible travel difficulties due to bad weather. Heavy rains have caused landslides and flooding throughout those areas. At the present time access roads are clear; however this information may change depending on the weather conditions. The Government of Bolivia has issued a Disaster Declaration. Travelers should consider postponing visits to those areas until the weather conditions improve.

Bolivian authorities are working to send supplies, medicines and food to the affected areas. U.S. citizens may wish to monitor local media sources for new developments and they are encouraged to exercise extreme caution if travel to these areas is unavoidable.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends.

The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.).

The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at 591-3-351-3477 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and the Cochabamba consular agency at 591-4-411-6313 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

potential for hostility against americans in the chapare

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
June 26, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there is a higher potential for hostility against Americans in the Chapare region of the Department of Cochabamba, due to recent threats and actions from coca growers in the region. The Embassy has already minimized staff in the region due to the possibility of violence. Americans planning to travel to this area are strongly urged to postpone their trip. We ask American citizens to stay current with media coverage of local events and to read the Country Specific Information on Bolivia, available at http://www.travel.state.gov, specifically the information under "Safety and Security."

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces,
demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. If you
find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads
between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. You could
become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the
police have limited capabilities outside major cities and
communication is poor.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness
through the Department of Homeland Security's website at
http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's website at
http://travel.state.gov. Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

american airlines cancelled through 30 september

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 23, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that American Airlines (AA) has canceled all its incoming/outgoing flights to/from Miami until Tuesday, September 30, due to the volatile situation in Santa Cruz. American Airlines suggests that those travelers affected by these flight cancellations should contact AA via 800-100229 in Bolivia or http://www.aa.com to reschedule their flights. Please note that all other airlines that fly in and out of Bolivia are flying on regular schedules.


For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.


Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .


U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.).

Emergency Message - Worldwide Travel Alert - Iran Plot

by U.S. Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

potential for civil unrest in santa cruz april 2009

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
April 23, 2009

This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that based on the Government of Bolivia's public allegations that there are terrorist cells operating in Santa Cruz and its announced plans to move against them, the U.S. Embassy recommends its citizens be aware of the potential for civil unrest. In the event of civil disturbances, it is suggested that U.S. citizens review the tips on emergency preparedness available at the Department of Homeland Security's website:

http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm .

In addition, due to the absence of a consular agent in Santa Cruz, the consular agency will be offering only limited consular services until further notice. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or need notarial services may seek these services at the:



* U.S. Embassy in La Paz on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08:00 to 12:30, and on Fridays from 08:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 16:00 or the



* U.S. Consular Agency in Cochabamba on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 08:30 to 12:30; and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08:30 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 15:00.

Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (591-2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current

worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Update on Flooding in Cusco Province and Macchu Pichu

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, February 3, 2010 On January 28 the Peruvian Government declared a 60-day state of emergency in Cusco Province, in the Peruvian Andes, because unusually severe seasonal rains caused flooding and landslides. The capital city of Lima is not affected.

Peruvian authorities announced the Machu Picchu archeological park and Inca Trail are closed. The rail line between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, the base camp for Machu Picchu, is closed due to landslides and will remain closed possibly until March. There is flooding along the Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley.

Tourist sites within the city of Cusco are open and operating as usual. Regular flights in and out of the city of Cusco continue, but delays due to bad weather are not uncommon.

The rainy season in Cusco generally lasts into March, but the El Nino phenomenon this year may aggravate or extend the rainy season. Travelers may wish to monitor the media and consult with their travel professional for up to date information on closings at individual sites, and may consider deferring travel until conditions improve.

For any emergencies involving American citizens, please contact the American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit of the U.S. Embassy?s Consular Section, located in Monterrico, a suburb of Lima, at Avenida La Encalada, Block Seventeen; telephone 51-1-618-2000 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or for after-hours emergencies; fax 51-1-618-2397, or 618-2724 (American Citizen Services Unit); Internet website at http://lima.usembassy.gov/.

The Consular Section is open for American Citizens Services, including registration, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 am weekdays, excluding U.S. and Peruvian holidays. The U.S. Consular Agency in Cusco, Peru, can be found at Avenida Pardo 845, Cusco. The office can be reached by phone at (51-84) 231-474, and is open Monday thru Friday, excluding U.S. and Peruvian holidays, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bolivia Protests: U.S. Embassy Warden Message -- 12/30/2010

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA December 30, 2010 This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia of possible demonstrations and roadblocks affecting travel nationwide.

In response to a gas price hike announced by the Bolivian government on December 26, demonstrations and roadblocks are anticipated in major cities and roadways throughout Bolivia on December 30 and 31. Transportation unions have also announced a 24-hour strike beginning December 30. The U.S. Embassy expects the protests to particularly affect the downtown areas of La Paz, El Alto, Santa Cruz, Oruro, and Cochabamba.

The U.S. Embassy urges you to exercise caution when traveling within Bolivia. If you do decide to travel, you should verify your routes and check news reports prior to departing for updates on possible protest and blockade locations.

The U.S. Embassy reminds you that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia and can emerge with little or no prior notice. Even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. We urge you to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if you are within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

The U.S. Embassy encourages you to register and update your contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, you should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

You may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

march to lapaz monday october 13

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
October 10, 2008

This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that starting Monday, October 13, government supporters from different regions of Bolivia will begin marching towards the city of La Paz to show support for the proposed new constitution. Due to these marches, there is a high potential for social unrest both in the city of La Paz and along the marchers' routes. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout the center of La Paz, and major roads towards La Paz may be affected by marchers walking from around the country. U.S. citizens are encouraged to defer non-essential travel to/within La Paz and to stay current with media coverage of local events. U.S. citizens should read the Country Specific Information on Bolivia, available at http://www.travel.state.gov, specifically the information under "Safety and Security."



U.S. citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.



In addition to the potential for civil unrest in La Paz, it is not uncommon for roads between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.



The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.



American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's website at http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.



Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.



U.S. citizens should consult the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's website at http://travel.state.gov. Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.



We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.



Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Emergency Message for US Citizens from the US Embassy in La Paz Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

civil unrest in bolivia 10 september 2008

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 10, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there is a higher potential for escalating civil unrest, demonstrations, and blockades in the departments of Beni, Santa Cruz, Chuquisaca, Pando and Tarija.

According to credible reports, the road access to the airports of
Trompillo and Viru Viru in Santa Cruz have been blocked, and the
airports in Riberalta, Trinidad, and Guayaramerín in the department of Beni have been closed by civic groups. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events.
American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness
through the Department of Homeland Security's web site at
http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces,
demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

Please note that as announced in the warden message released on Sept. 4, 2008, the Consular Agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz will not be open to the public during the week of September 8 through September 12, 2008. Persons seeking emergency services may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads
between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. If you are
planning to travel by land (bus, rented vehicle or other), please
reconsider your travel plans and check with the local police ("Unidad Operativa de Transito") to see if the road to your destination is open. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor. The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-3-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

U.S. Expatriates in Bolivia: Final Opportunities to Return Voted Ballots

U.S. government flights for americans 16 september 1008

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 16, 2008

The Department of State and U.S. Embassy La Paz wishes to inform you that one or two U.S. government flights may be available tomorrow to assist Americans who wish to depart from La Paz, Bolivia, for Lima, Peru. In order to make appropriate arrangements, we need to hear from U.S. citizens who wish to take advantage of this offer.

WE NEED TO HEAR FROM INTERESTED U.S. CITIZENS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

WHILE WE ARRANGE A FLIGHT FOR TOMORROW.

Note that U.S. citizens who take advantage of the flight are legally required to sign a promissory note, Emergency Loan Application and Evacuation Document agreeing to reimburse the government for some of the evacuation costs, will be limited in how much luggage may be brought, and may not bring pets of any kind. In addition, non-U.S. citizen domestics may not use this opportunity.

If you and your immediate family members (defined as spouse and minor children) wish to depart, please contact us by telephone at (591) 2-216-8297 or e-mail at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. You will need to provide the full name, date and place of birth, and U.S. passport number for each traveler. Immediate family members who are not U.S. citizens must be properly documented as legal permanent residents or be in possession of a valid U.S. visa. We shall provide a time and further logistical details to you after we receive your information and confirmation that you are ready to fly.

Please note that commercial flights are still available. At this time, all air carriers are flying, except for American Airlines flights between Bolivia and Miami which have been canceled until Sunday, September 21. American Airlines suggests that those travelers affected by these flight cancellations should contact AA via 800-100229 in Bolivia or http://www.aa.com to confirm flights and make reservations. You may wish to contact a travel agent for this and other specific information on available flights. All airports are open, except for airports in the cities of Tarija, Trinidad, and Cobija, in the Departments of Tarija, Beni, and Pando, respectively. This information is subject to change at any time, so U.S. citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events.

The Department of State has authorized the departure of non-emergency personnel and all family members of U.S. Embassy personnel in Bolivia and suggests all U.S. citizens defer non-essential travel to Bolivia. U.S. citizens currently in Bolivia are encouraged to depart if the situation permits, and if you remain should remain vigilant, monitor local media, and review their security posture on a regular basis.

Reported demonstrations today will keep the Embassy closed for routine services. Consular Agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz are not open to the public until further notice. U.S. citizens in need of Embassy assistance should call the Embassy's Consular Section at (591) 2-216-8297 during working hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or 216-8500 after hours or on weekends.

U.S. citizens should be aware of possible mass street demonstrations and blockades if planning travel to or within Bolivia. Roadblocks may also affect the route to and from airports with little or no prior notice. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid the areas where these mass assemblies and demonstrations are expected to occur. Under no circumstances should anyone attempt to run a roadblock, even if they appear unattended. You are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.



The police are on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.



In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. If you are planning to travel by land (bus, rented vehicle or other), please reconsider your travel plans and check with the local police ('Unidad Operativa de Transito') to see if the road to your destination is open. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.



Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia, when open. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site: https://travelregistration.state.gov.



U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov. Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-3-411-6313, when they re-open.



We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.



Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

travel to potosi disrupted 17 june 2008

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
June 16, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there are credible reports that Potosi miners and other sectors have taken control of the Prefecture and other institutions and have radicalized their blockades. Please be aware that travel to and from Potosi has been disrupted. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events and exercise extreme caution.

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence.
Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to
exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-3-425-6714.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Message for U.S. Citizens in Bolivia – New Embassy Hours

US Embassy Notice: Police Demonstrating in Bolivian Cities

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

US Embassy Warden Message on Dengue Outbreak

consular agency closures update

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
November 19, 2008

This warden message is an update to the warden message sent on November 5, 2008, to notify U.S. citizens of the one-day closure to the public of the consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz. We reconfirm that the consular agency in Cochabamba will not be open to the public on Thursday, November 20, but the closure of the consular agency in Santa Cruz has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 4. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services during these dates may seek these services at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country-specific iInformation for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia.

Limited Consular Services in Santa Cruz

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - October 2, 2009
Due to the absence of the Consular Agent, the Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will provide limited, non-notarial services from October 5-9. If you require emergency notarial services, please contact the American Citizens Services unit in La Paz at (591)2-216-8246 or the Consular Agency in Cochabamba at (591)4-448-9009.
We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further
assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

limited consular services cochabamba 3-4 february 2009

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
January 30, 2008

This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Cochabamba on Tuesday, February 3, and Wednesday, February 4, the consular agency will offer only limited consular services on those days. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services during this time may seek these services at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country-specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia.

Bus Strike in Cochabamba 1 September 2009

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 1, 2009

This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia about a bus strike in Cochabamba. We received information that buses are blocking the main arteries in Cochabamba preventing vehicles from circulating freely. It is recommended that travel be kept to a minimum. If you must travel, please use caution.

Due to the resulting traffic congestion, the Consular Agency in Cochabamba may be delayed in opening or may not open. If you require emergency consular services please contact the American Citizens Services unit in La Paz at (591)2-216-8246 or the Consular Agency in Santa Cruz at (591)3-351-3480.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

U.S. Consulate Begins Appointment System in Santa Cruz, Bolivia on June 1st - 2010

American Citizen Services Unit. U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia. May 26, 2010. This warden message is being issued to notify that on June 1, 2010, the consular Agency in Santa Cruz, will be introducing an appointment system for all non-emergency services, including passport renewals (and passport extra pages), birth registrations, notarial services, Federal benefits, and general inquiries. Anyone requesting American citizen services must make an appointment in advance for services rendered after that date.

The Consular Agency will begin accepting appointments on May 27, 2010. After June 1, 2010, only customers with appointments will be admitted into the Consular Agency for all non-emergency matters. Walk-ins will continue to be accepted during regular ACS hours until May 28, 2010.

To make an appointment please visit the Embassy website at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov after May 26th, 2010, for more information.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.).

The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at 591-3-351-3477 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and the Cochabamba consular agency at 591-4-411-6313 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

Security Message for U.S. Citizens – Potential Kidnapping Threat in Cusco, Peru

(La Paz, Bolivia)

Travelers: Road Block Between Oruro and Potosi

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA August 4, 2010 This warden message informs American citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that the road between Oruro and Potosi is currently blocked, obstructing access to and from the city of Potosí. There is also a civic strike in Potosí related to a dispute over the border region between Potosí and Oruro.

The Embassy urges American citizens to avoid making arrangements to travel to the region until the situation is resolved. American citizens who are currently in that region should maintain a low profile and limit their movement until the situation subsides.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

limited cochabamba consular services november 4-5, 2008

(Cochabamba, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
October 31, 2008

This Warden Message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Cochabamba on Tuesday, November 4, and Wednesday, November 5, 2008, the consular agency will offer only limited consular services on those days. Any services that require her presence, such as passport applications and notarization of other documents, should be requested today, or postponed until Thursday, November 6, 2008. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Message for U.S. Citizens: Cochabamba Consular Agency Hours of Operation

Where can I watch the Biden/Ryan debate 11 Oct in Bolivia?

I don't have cable or satellite TV. Where can I watch the Biden/Ryan vice-presidential debate on 11 October in Bolivia?

US Embassy La Paz Suggests Avoiding Desaguadero & Copacabana Areas on Peru Bolivia Border

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - May 27, 2011. The following warden message supersedes the Demonstration Notice on the Desaguadero road blocks posted to the U.S. Embassy website on May 23, 2011.

This warden message informs American citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that the Peruvian-Bolivian border remains closed at the Desaguadero border crossing and the situation is becoming increasingly unstable. The Embassy is aware of increasing violence on the Peruvian side of the border, and some Bolivian groups have expressed their intentions to expand the protests into Bolivia by staging blockades in the Copacabana area. The Embassy urges you to avoid these areas until the situation subsides and to monitor local news for updated information on the unrest.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

You can contact the American Citizen Services Unit at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at 591-2-216-8246 during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or 591-715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The U.S. Embassy is located at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public by appointment on Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. You can schedule a non-emergency appointment by visiting this website.

The Embassy operates two Consular Agencies in the cities of Santa Cruz and Cochabamba, Bolivia. These agencies can also provide assistance to U.S. citizens. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency is located on Roque Aguilera Avenue #146 (3rd ring). You can contact the Santa Cruz Consular Agency by telephone at 591-3-351-3477 during regular business hours (Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.). The Cochabamba Consular Agency is located in the Edificio "SAAL," Avenida Pando No. 1122, Piso 1, Suites B and C. You can contact the Cochabamba Consular Agency by telephone at 591-4-411-6313 during regular business hours (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays: 08:30 to 12:30; Wednesdays: 13:30 to 17:30).

If you wish to visit either the Santa Cruz or Cochabamba Consular Agencies for a non-emergency matter, please schedule an appointment through this website.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

U.S. Embassy Message for U.S. Citizens: Ballot Delivery and Absentee Voting 2014

consulates resume normal service hours

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 19, 2008
This Warden Message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that the American Citizens Services unit at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, and the Consular Agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz have resumed normal operations. Please note the hours and telephone numbers:


La Paz: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 08:00 to 12:30

Friday: from 08:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 16:00

Tel: (591-2) 216-8297



Cochabamba: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 08:30 to 12:30

Tuesday and Thursday: 08:30 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 15:00

Tel: (591-4) 411-6313



Santa Cruz: Monday: 09:00 to12:30 and 14:00 to 17:00

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 08:30 to 12:30

Tel: (591-3) 351-3477



Given the potential for last-minutes changes, it is highly recommended that you contact the office to ensure it is open before going in person.



In addition, the visa unit at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz will resume full visa operations beginning on Monday, September 22. If persons had visa appointments canceled the week of September 15, they were notified of their new appointment based on the contact information provided by the applicant. If they were not re-scheduled due to inadequate contact information, non-immigrant visa applicants should contact the visa call center at 800-100-449 (in Bolivia), and immigrant visa applicants should write to consularlapaz@state.gov.



For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.


Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .


U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

US Citizens: Completing and Returning Absentee Ballots

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba on January 13 and 14, 2015

by US Embassy - Citizen Services
(La Paz, Bolivia)

ongoing civil unrest in bolivia

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
September 11, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there is ongoing civil unrest in several departments of Bolivia, as well as blockades of the road access to the airports of Trompillo and Viru Viru in Santa Cruz.

American citizens should be aware of possible mass street demonstrations and blockades if planning travel to or within Bolivia. Roadblocks may also affect the route to and from El Alto International Airport in La Paz with little or no prior notice. American citizens are encouraged to avoid the areas where these mass assemblies and demonstrations are expected to occur. Under no circumstances should anyone attempt to run a roadblock. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events. American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's web site at http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

American Airlines (AA) has cancelled its incoming/outgoing flights
to/from Miami which were scheduled for Friday, September 12, and
Saturday, September 13, 2008. American Airlines suggests that those
travelers affected by these flight cancellations should contact AA via 800-100229 in Bolivia or http://www.aa.com to reschedule their
flights. Please note that as of September 11, 2008, all other airlines that fly in and out of Bolivia are flying on regular schedules.

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces,
demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

The police are on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest.
Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities.
Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil
unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims.
Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common
street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads
between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. If you are
planning to travel by land (bus, rented vehicle or other), please
reconsider your travel plans and check with the local police ("Unidad Operativa de Transito") to see if the road to your destination is open. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.

Please note that as announced in the warden message released on Sept. 4, 2008, the Consular Agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz will not be open to the public during the week of September 8 through September 12, 2008. Depending on local conditions, this may continue into next week. Persons seeking emergency services may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz
and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz,
Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-3-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

U.S. Embassy La Paz Bolivia Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Bolivia Declares State of Emergency Due to Excessive Rain and Flooding

by U.S. Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

August 10 Referendum

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
August 05, 2008

This Warden Message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that on Sunday, August 10, Bolivia will be holding a referendum that will affect business operations and activities throughout the country, and to alert Americans to the possibility of roadblocks, protests, and demonstrations surrounding the event. Please review the following and make the necessary arrangements to minimize any inconvenience.

Beginning Thursday, August 7, at midnight throughout Monday, August 11, at noon, the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be suspended. Carrying firearms on the day of the referendum is illegal. Beginning midnight Saturday, through midnight Sunday, no private vehicles or public transportation will be allowed on the road without prior authorization from the Electoral Court. Domestic flights will be cancelled, but international flights will be operating. Please note that the transportation services from the airport to the different cities in Bolivia will be limited to hotel shuttles. Travelers should arrange their plans so as to avoid travel to/from/within Bolivia on August 10, 2008, if possible. American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest, and as a result, there will be minimal municipal patrols. Criminals can be expected to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's website at
http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz
and/ or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's website at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizens Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Message for U.S. Citizens: American Community Town Hall Meeting in La Paz

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

us consulate closed nov 20-21, 2008

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
November 5, 2008

This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that the consular agencies will not be open to the public in Cochabamba on November 20 and in Santa Cruz on November 21. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services during these dates may seek these services at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country-specific iInformation for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia.

Short Staff in Consular Agency in Cochabamba

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, January 30, 2008 This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that the Consular Agency in Cochabamba will be short staffed until further notice. For this reason, customers may notice some difficulty contacting the agency. Persons experiencing these difficulties may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz.

In the case of an emergency, customers can call the ACS Unit at (2) 216-8297.

For non-urgent matters, please send an email to USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com.

We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found.

Additional information is available in the country-specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia.

Demonstration Notice: Nationwide Transportation Strike 23 October 2012 in Bolivia

Important New Information from the US Embassy in Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

The U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia has some very important new information for U.S. citizens residing in Bolivia.

Dear U.S. Citizens: The latest edition of American Connections, our newsletter for U.S. Citizens resident in Bolivia, is now available on the U.S. Embassy La Paz website by clicking here.

Among the topics of interest in this quarter's newsletter are:
- Holiday Travel Tips
- Consular Web Chats
- 2012 Election Cycle
- Reopening of the U.S. Consular Agency in Cochabamba
- Changes to Notarial Services
- New Information Pages on Passport and Consular Reports of Birth
- Redesigned Consular Reports of Birth Abroad
- List of Upcoming Holidays

Please share this newsletter with any U.S. citizen in Bolivia with whom you have contact. The U.S. Embassy La Paz wants to wish you and your family a very happy holidays and a very healthy and prosperous 2012.

Regards,

U.S. Embassy La Paz
Consular Section
American Citizens Services Unit

Kidnapping of Diplomat Spouse

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA November 19, 2009

This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that, according to information provided by the Bolivian National Police (BNP), a foreign diplomat's spouse was kidnapped and forced to pay a ransom before being released. The incident occurred on November 13 around noon in the area of La Florida (La Paz) in the Zona Sur. While standing on a street corner near her home, the victim was approached by an armed female and forced into a nearby car. Calls were made to the family to pay a ransom. The BNP reports that the perpetrators may be non-Bolivian and are believed to have operated in the Zona Sur in the past. The BNP reportedly has two men and a woman in custody for questioning.

This is another reminder that such incidents can happen anyplace, anytime. It is important to vary your routes and times to minimize predictable behavior. Routines give potential kidnappers the opportunity to plan abductions. If you do not need a credit card or debit card, secure them in a safe area and do not carry them with you. Carry minimal amounts of cash.

In addition, remember the importance of calling a radio taxi rather than waving one down randomly. There are increased risks when taking a trufi, van, or bus as a means of transportation within the city. Further information is available through previous warden messages available at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/embassynotices2009.html.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.



We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Airport may be blocked in El Alto 20 Oct 2009

(La Paz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, October 20, 2009
This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in La Paz, Bolivia, that civic groups in the El Alto area are planning activities - to begin this evening and to last potentially 24 hours - that may block access to/from the El Alto international airport. Please note this information, especially if you know of anyone planning to arrive or depart the El Alto airport or area.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia, and the latest Travel Alerts, Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.

Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-411-1363. For after-hour emergencies, please contact 591-2-216-8500.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

US Embassy Message - Roadblocks in Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Possible Demonstrations and Roadblocks in and around Oruro

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - August 18, 2010 - This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia of the possibility of demonstrations and roadblocks in and around the Oruro region next week.

Community members in Oruro threaten to stage protests and erect road blockades if the Government of Bolivia fails to respond to a list of twelve demands linked to development projects in Oruro and to resolution of a longstanding border dispute with Potosi. If their demands go unmet, the community members say they will pressure the government by placing roadblocks along the intercity routes connecting the cities of La Paz, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, Oruro, and Potosi. The protesters would allegedly stage their operations in the town of Caracollo, twenty-six miles northwest of Oruro, along the primary route linking La Paz and Cochabamba.

The Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid traveling to Oruro, Caracollo, and the surrounding regions until the situation is resolved. U.S. citizens planning to travel between the cities of La Paz, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, Oruro, and/or Potosi should consider their routes and check news reports prior to departing for updates on possible protest and blockade locations.

U.S. citizens who are currently in or around Oruro should consider leaving the area before next week in anticipation of possible social unrest and road blockades.

The U.S. Department of State issued a Travel Alert for Bolivia on August 12, 2010 to alert U.S. citizens of the unstable social and security situation in several regions across the country. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review the travel alert on the Embassy's website or at http://travel.state.gov.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely, American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Message for U.S. Citizens in Bolivia: Consular Section & Agencies Closed for Training

US Embassy Message for U.S. Citizens: National Census Day in Bolivia

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Foreign Residents in Bolivia Now Required to Vote in April Elections

Warden Message Regarding the Requirement for Residents in Bolivia to Participate in the Upcoming Elections of April 2010

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA February 10, 2010

This warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens residing in Bolivia that the ?Organismo Electoral Plurinacional (OEP)? has released a disposition that declares mandatory for all foreigners who have reached the age of 18 years or older and who have either a 2 year temporary resident visa or a permanent visa must register to participate in the upcoming Municipal elections in April of 2010. According to this disposition the deadline for registration is February 14, 2010. Failure to register to vote will result in a Bs 200 penalty. Additionally, the OEP will issue a voting certificate (Certificado de Sufragio) that will be given to the voter upon casting a ballot. This certificate will be required to perform any transactions with banks or any government office in Bolivia. Below is a link to find a list of ?Centros de Empadronamiento? where you can register to vote:

http://www.cne.org.bo/proces_electoral/Municipales2010/centros/CENAL_01022010.pdf

According to the Nationality Act of 1940 and subsequent rulings by the U.S. Supreme Court, voting in a foreign election does not adversely affect one's U.S. citizenship.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends.

The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at 591-3-351-3477 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and the Cochabamba consular agency at 591-4-411-6313 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

Update on Demonstrations and Roadblocks Affecting Travel Across the Country

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - October 14, 2010 - This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia of demonstrations and roadblocks affecting travel across the country. This message supersedes the previous warden message sent on October 12, 2010.

The Embassy has learned that several groups across Bolivia will continue to stage protests and blockades in the coming days. The Embassy is presently aware of the possibility of the following activities:

Protest at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz:

· La Paz: Protesters plan to stage a large demonstration in front of the U.S. Embassy on Friday, October 15. The demonstration is expected to grow in numbers over the course of the day on Friday. While the protest is expected to be peaceful, U.S. citizens are urged to defer all non-emergency business with the Embassy to next week.

Possible Roadblocks:

· The route between La Paz and the Yungas region remains blocked. In addition, smaller roadblocks may be in place throughout the Yungas.

· Several groups have also announced plans to block all highways in Bolivia and deny access to the city of La Paz. While roads remain clear as of the transmission of this message, U.S. citizens traveling by road in the region are urged to check news and traffic reports frequently and remain abreast of possible closure of key routes into and out of the city.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia and frequently intensify in the month of October. Though they might be intended to be peaceful, they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. The U.S. Embassy urges American citizens to avoid the areas of demonstrations, including those targeting the U.S. Embassy, and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

The Embassy urges U.S. citizens planning any intercity travel to consider their routes and check news reports prior to departing for updates on possible protest and blockade locations.

The U.S. Department of State issued a Travel Alert for Bolivia on August 12, 2010 to alert U.S. citizens of the unstable social and security situation in several regions across the country. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review the travel alert on the Embassy's website or at http://travel.state.gov.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agency in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

American Citizens Services - Newsletter June 2012

autonomy referendum tarija 22 june 2008

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
June 18, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there is a higher potential for civi unrest, demonstrations, and blockades on June 22, when an autonomy referendum is scheduled in the Department of Tarija. We ask American citizens to read the country-specific information on Bolivia, available at http://www.travel.state.gov, specifically the information under "Safety and Security."

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces,
demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads
between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. You could
become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the
police have limited capabilities outside major cities and
communication is poor.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick- pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness
through the Department of Homeland Security's web site at
http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

7-2-2015 Message for U.S. Citizens: Closure of U.S. Embassy and Consular Agency for Holiday

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

US Consulate in Cochabamba Closed 24-28 December 2012

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia, Message for U.S. Citizens - December 10, 2012, Consular Agency Cochabamba – Office Closed from 24 Dec 2012 through 28 Dec 2012.

Please be informed that our consular agency in Cochabamba will be closed From Monday, 24 December 2012 through Friday, 28 December 2012. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. Business will resume as usual on Monday, 31 December 2012.

If you need immediate assistance please visit our offices in La Paz or Santa Cruz. Schedule your appointment through http://bolivia.usembassy.gov

Thank you.

Security Message for U.S. Citizens – October 17th Demonstrations

by BoliviaBella.com
(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

Demonstrations and Roadblocks in Various Regions of Bolivia

WARDEN MESSAGE - U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA - August 10, 2010 - This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia of demonstrations and roadblocks organizing in various regions around the country.

SMALL BUSINESS OWNER PROTESTS: Small business owners are protesting against the Bolivian Government in cities across the country. The Embassy has received information that the Plaza Murillo in La Paz and the Customs Offices in La Paz and in El Alto may be targets of demonstrations in the coming days. Due to this situation traffic delays and random road blocks around the city are expected to take place.

UPDATE ON THE ROADBLOCK SITUATION IN POTOSI: According to local news reports, civic groups and government authorities will meet in Sucre to negotiate a possible resolution to the dispute over the border region between Potosí and Oruro. Strikes and road blocks are still in effect and food supplies are running low. Potosinos in other cities, including Cochabamba, are conducting random strikes and road blocks in those cities.

The Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid traveling to Potosi or the surrounding regions until the situation is resolved. American citizens who are currently in that area should maintain a low profile and limit their movement until the situation subsides.

U.S. citizens traveling within Bolivia should consider their routes and check news reports prior to departing for updates on protest locations.

U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations and road blockades are not unusual in Bolivia, and even though they might be intended to be peaceful they can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591) 715-33713 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 12:30, and Thursdays from 14:00 to 16:00. The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477. The Cochabamba consular agency is temporarily closed.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

vote now for november 4 elections

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

U.S. Embassy La Paz
Warden Message: Vote NOW!
American citizens should vote now in the November 4, 2008 presidential and general elections. If you registered to vote and requested an absentee ballot by your state's deadline, you should receive your state absentee ballot in October. Please return your marked ballot as soon as possible to ensure that it arrives in time to be counted!


Forgot to register or request an absentee ballot?


Some states have late registration deadlines for overseas voters. Check your state's deadlines on the Federal Voting Assistance Program's website at www.fvap.gov. If your state's registration deadline has not passed, complete the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) to register to vote and request your ballot. The FPCA is available at www.fvap.gov or from any U.S. Embassy or Consulate.


Ballot hasn't arrived?


If your ballot has not arrived by mid-October, we strongly encourage you to use the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB). The FWAB serves as an emergency ballot for voters who registered in time but fail to receive an official ballot from local election officials. The FWAB is available at www.fvap.gov or from any U.S. Embassy or Consulate.


Returning your ballot


Voted ballots, FPCAs and FWABs may be mailed to your local voting officials in the United States through first-class international mail or from any U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Last-minute voters should consider using an express courier company to deliver their ballots. Some states also accept FPCAs and voted ballots by fax or e-mail.


Questions?


The U.S. Citizen Services Unit at the Consular Section in the U.S. Embassy in La Paz is also always available to answer questions about absentee voting. To contact the U.S. Citizen Services Unit, call (591)2-216-8297 or send an e-mail to VoteLaPaz@state.gov.

town hall meeting for americans in santa cruz december 4th

(Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia)

Dear U.S. Citizen,
You are cordially invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 4 at 3:00 p.m. at the U.S. Consular Agency in Santa Cruz, located at 146 Roque Aguilera Ave., Zona Abasto. As part of the program we will have the participation of a Security Officer and a member of the Economic and Political Section. The meeting should conclude by 5:00 p.m.
Please confirm you participation by December 2nd via e-mail to amcit.services.bolivia @gmail.com or by telephone to 351-5480. Please note that you will be required to provide an I.D. at the entrance to the Consular Agency.
We look forward to see you at the Town Hall Meeting and we thank you for your assistance and cooperation.
Sincerely,
U.S. Citizen Services Unit
Consular Section
U.S. Embassy La Paz

Embassy Message for U.S. Citizens in Bolivia: 4th of July Community Celebration

by American Citizen Services, US Consulate
(La Paz, Bolivia)

4th of July 2013 Community Celebration. When: Saturday, July 6th, 12:00 – 15:00. Where: U.S. Ambassador's Residence, Avenida Superior #55, Achumani. Music, Good Food & Fun for the Whole Family! RSVP before July 1 to: CLOLAPAZ@state.gov - Bring a U.S. Photo ID

Reminder of March 8 Town Hall Meeting US Citizens

FROM THE US EMBASSY To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Santa Cruz on TODAY, March 8, at 6:00 p.m. The CBA is located at Calle Potosi #78. Topics include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc. NOTE: To register to vote, you will need your Social Security Number and your last address in the U.S. The next American Citizen Town Hall Meeting will take place on Monday, March 26 in TARIJA. Place and time to be confirmed.

From the U.S. Embassy Regarding Ongoing Protests

US Embassy Emergency Message for US Citizens in Bolivia 7 May 2012

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

December 18, 2009 Limited Consular Services in Santa Cruz until Further Notice

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA December 18, 2009
This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Santa Cruz from December 19, 2009, until further notice, the consular agency will be offering only limited consular services. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services during this time may come to the consular agency on Fridays by appointment only. To request an appointment please call (591-3) 351-3480 or by e-mail to USCit.Services.SRZ@gmail.com. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (591-2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone and/or email at the numbers and address mentioned above, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Security Measures During Carnival 2015

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Expats in Cochabamba, Bolivia: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Cochabamba on January 13 and 14, 2015

Closure of Consular Agency in Santa Cruz

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, March 23, 2010 This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that:

· Due to the absence of consular personnel, the consular agency in Santa Cruz will be closed from March 30, 2010, to April 23, 2010. Persons seeking emergency services during this period of time, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy in La Paz at (591-2) 216-8246 or via email at consularlapaz@state.gov. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

· A consular official will be at the consular agency in Santa Cruz on Friday, March 26, 2019 to provide consular services. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services on this date must contact the agency in advance to schedule an appointment by phone at (591-3) 351-3477. Walk-ins will not be accepted on this date.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and on Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at the telephone number mentioned above, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Town Hall Meeting In Cochabamba @ Cba Thurs April 12, 6-8 Pm

To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Cochabamba on Thursday, April 12, at 6:00 p.m. The CBA is located at Calle 25 de Mayo No.0365.

TOPICS include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc.

NOTE: To register to vote, you will need your Social Security Number and your last address in the U.S.

Please let us know by Monday, April 10 if you will attend by emailing us at ConsularCochabamba@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

Message for U.S. Citizens - Temporary Outage of U.S. Embassy Phone System

by BoliviaBella.com
(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

US Embassy in Bolivia Voting Assistance Workshop February 1, 2010

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) will conduct a Voting Assistance Workshop on Monday, February 1, from 13:00 to 15:00, at the U.S. Embassy Auditorium located at Avenida Arce #2780, San Jorge, La Paz. This workshop is oriented toward Voting Assistance Officers (VAOs) and persons that provide voting assistance at U.S. Embassies and Consulates, members of American citizen organizations, and interested individuals.

This workshop will be an interactive, hands-on training session with the participants asking questions and making comments as the workshop progresses. The workshop will provide critical information and resources for the success of the voter in participating in the U.S. electoral process.

If you plan to attend this workshop, please RSVP via email at consularlapaz@state.gov, subject “Voting Assistance Workshop Attendance” by Thursday, January 28th. Only those who pre-register with the Embassy will be able to participate in the workshop.

Please note that the U.S. Embassy will not be able to provide parking space and that you will be requested to provide an I.D. at the entrance.

Sincerely,
American Citizens Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

New Hours American Citizens Services Unit

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

To: All American Citizens
From: American Citizens Services Unit
Date: July 3, 2008
Subject: Warden Message – New ACS Hours


This Warden Message is being issued to notify American citizens that effective August 1, 2008, in order to better respond to our customers and provide enhanced consular services, the American Citizen Services Unit will be open mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:00 to 12:30, and in the afternoon on Fridays from 2:00 to 4:00, except U.S. and local holidays. To avoid common impediments to quicker processing, please first check the requirements of the relevant service at
http://bolivia.usembassy.gov/information_for_travelers.html

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at
http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel
Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at
http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

town hall meeting sept 15th in la paz

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE

U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA

September 14, 2008

This warden message is to inform the U.S. citizen community of a Town Hall meeting scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 15, 2008, in the auditorium at the American Cooperative School, in Calacoto, La Paz, Bolivia. The school will be closed to students, but will be open for the Town Hall meeting. Consular employees will be available to notarize powers of attorney and letters of permission from both parents for children to travel with one parent. There is a $30 fee for each document notarized which is acceptable in Bolivianos or dollars. Passport application forms will be available, as well.

The Department of State has authorized the departure of non-emergency personnel and all family members of U.S. Embassy personnel in Bolivia and suggests all U.S. citizens defer non-essential travel to Bolivia. U.S. citizens currently in Bolivia are encouraged to depart if the situation permits, and if you remain should remain vigilant, monitor local media, and review their security posture on a regular basis.

At this time, all air carriers are flying, except for American Airlines flights between Bolivia and Miami which have been canceled over the next few days. American Airlines suggests that those travelers affected by these flight cancellations should contact AA via 800-100229 in Bolivia or http://www.aa.com to confirm flights and make reservations. You may wish to contact a travel agent for this and other specific information on available flights. All airports are open, except for airports in the cities of Tarija, Trinidad, and Cobija, in the Departments of Chuquisaca, Beni, and Pando, respectively. This information is subject to change at any time, so U.S. citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events. American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's web site at http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

The U.S. Embassy in La Paz continues to review its security posture and may, from time to time, close for routine services. U.S. consular personnel remain available to provide emergency information and services to U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens in need of Embassy assistance should call the Embassy’s Consular Section at (591) 2-216-8297 during working hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or 216-8500 after hours or on weekends.

U.S. citizens should be aware of possible mass street demonstrations and blockades if planning travel to or within Bolivia. Roadblocks may also affect the route to and from airports with little or no prior notice. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid the areas where these mass assemblies and demonstrations are expected to occur. Under no circumstances should anyone attempt to run a roadblock, even if they appear unattended. You are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces, demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety.

The police are on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick-pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. If you are planning to travel by land (bus, rented vehicle or other), please reconsider your travel plans and check with the local police ('Unidad Operativa de Transito') to see if the road to your destination is open. You could become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the police have limited capabilities outside major cities and communication is poor.

Consular Agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz may not be opened to the public, depending on local conditions. However, U.S. consular personnel remain available to provide emergency information and services to U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens in need of Embassy assistance should call the Embassy’s Consular Section at (591) 2-216-8297 during working hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), or 216-8500 after hours or on weekends, or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia, when open. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs web site: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide Caution at the Department's web site at http://travel.state.gov. Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-3-411-6313, when they re-open.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

American Citizen Services Unit

U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Cynthia Haley
Consular Section Chief
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia
(591-2) 216-8000

This message is unclassified based upon the criteria of E.O. 12958

Embassy Message for U.S. Citizens – Security Precautions During Carnival 2013

Limited Consular Services in La Paz Due to Current Road Blocks

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Crime Rate in Santa Cruz - US Embassy Message

WARDEN MESSAGE, U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA, March 23, 2010

This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Santa Cruz about the increasing crime rate. Express kidnappings, carjacking, armed robberies, home invasions, sexual assaults, street purse snatchings and pick pocketing are the most common crimes on the rise.

Two important incidents were reported this month. Last week, a U.S. citizen received collateral damage to his residential perimeter wall when a neighbor's house was targeted by a drive-by shooting. Separately, a Bolivian national was murdered while sitting in his vehicle a few blocks from Hotel Los Tajibos.

U.S. citizens are urged to take increased precautions and maintain awareness at all times. Do not carry large amounts of cash or credit/debit cards, avoid traveling or walking alone at night, and always use a radio or hotel taxi.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends.

The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm and on Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

Security Message for U.S. Citizens 17 October 2012

Message for U.S. Citizens: Security Measures During Gran Poder Parade 2015

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Closure of Consular Agency in Santa Cruz, Bolivia May 26, 2010

U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA. May 24, 2010. This Warden Message is being issued to notify American Citizens that the Consular Agency in Santa Cruz will not be open to the public on Wednesday May 26, 2010. Consular Agency staff will be participating in training courses in the city of La Paz. Persons seeking emergency services may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8246 or via email at consularlapaz@state.gov . We regret any inconvenience this absence may cause.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8246 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and on Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

National Emergency Due to Heavy Rains

March 26 Town Hall Meeting for US Citizens Tarija

To all U.S. Citizens: Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting at the Centro Boliviano-Americano in Tarija on Monday, March 26, at 6:00-8:00 p.m. The CBA is located at Calle Suipacha No 738 (entre Bolivar e Ingavi, al frente de la Universidad Católica Boliviana).

Topics include Voter Registration & Absentee Voting, Applications for Passports, Reports of birth, Federal Benefits, etc.

NOTE: To register to vote, you will need your Social Security Number and your last address in the U.S.

Please let us know by Thursday, March 22 if you will attend by emailing us at Consularlapaz@state.gov, subject line "ACS Town Hall Meeting Attendance."

We look forward to meeting many of you on March 26!

US Embassy Emergency Message for US Citizens in Bolivia 8 May 2012

prefect election sucre chuquisaca 29 june 2008

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
June 25, 2008

This Warden message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that there is a higher potential for civil unrest, demonstrations, and blockades on June 29, when a Prefect election is scheduled in the Department of Chuquisaca. We ask American citizens to read the country-specific information on Bolivia, available at http://www.travel.state.gov, specifically the information under "Safety and Security."

American citizens are reminded that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational between security forces,
demonstrators, and bystanders, and escalate into violence. Americans are urged to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution if within the vicinity of any protests. If you find yourself in the vicinity of a large gathering, it is recommended you leave the area immediately for your own safety. American citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events.

In addition to civil unrest in cities, it is not uncommon for roads
between cities to be blocked by protesters or marchers. You could
become a convenient target of opportunity. Please note that the
police have limited capabilities outside major cities and
communication is poor.

The police will be on a heightened alert for potential civil unrest. Traffic is expected to be congested throughout all major cities. Because the police will be involved in addressing potential civil unrest, there will be minimal municipal patrols. As a result, you can expect criminals to take advantage of large crowds and use ruse or diversionary tactics to prey on potential street victims. Pick- pocketing, purse snatching, and car thefts are the most common street crimes during such periods. Everyone is advised to limit their cash on hand, unnecessary credit cards, jewelry, and other portable valuables.

American citizens may wish to access tips on emergency preparedness through the Department of Homeland Security's website at http://www.dhs.gov/xcitizens/editorial_0711.shtm.

Americans residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website:
https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens should consult the Country Specific Information for
Bolivia and the latest Travel Alerts and Warnings and Worldwide
Caution at the Department's website at http://travel.state.gov.
Updated information on travel and security in Bolivia may also be
obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States or by calling 1-202-501-4444 outside the United States. During regular work hours, the American Citizens Services unit at the Embassy in La Paz may be reached at 591-2-216-8297. The consular agencies may be reached in Santa Cruz at 591-3-351-3477 and in Cochabamba at 591-4-411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

US Citizens in Bolivia - American Citizens Services Newsletter - February 2014

US Embassy Demonstration Notice for US Citizens - Bolivia

by American Citizen Services, US Consulate
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Message for U.S. Citizens: Chikungunya Outbreak in Santa Cruz, Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

limited santa cruz consular services november 4, 2008

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
October 30, 2008

This Warden Message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Santa Cruz on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, the consular agency will offer only limited consular services on that day. Any services that require her presence, such as passport applications and notarization of other documents, should be requested by Friday, October 31, or postponed until Wednesday, November 5, 2008. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

No Access to Copacabana

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA November 20, 2009 This warden message informs U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia that, according to information provided by the Bolivian National Police (BNP), the Straight of Tiquina has been blocked, therefore, there is no access to Copacabana. The community of Tiquina is protesting against a project to construct a bridge between the Straight of Tiquina and Copacabana. The Bolivian Congress recently approved a resolution recommending that the government supply the town of Copacabana with food and fuel by air. Protests have been ongoing for the past twelve days and there is no information regarding a possible solution to the conflict. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid making arrangements to travel to the region until the situation is resolved.

U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Bolivia are encouraged to register and update their contact information at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz and/or the U.S. consular agencies in Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Registration may be done online and can be done in advance of travel. Information on registering may be found at the Department of State's Consular Affairs website: https://travelregistration.state.gov.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia, and is open to the public (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). The Santa Cruz consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477, and the Cochabamba consular agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

We hope this information is useful to you. If we may provide further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy La Paz, Bolivia

last chance to absentee vote

(Santa Cruz, Bolivia)

Warden Message: Final Reminder to VOTE!
American citizens should vote now in the November 4, 2008 presidential and general elections. If you registered to vote and requested an absentee ballot by your state's deadline, you should have already received your state absentee ballot. Please return your marked ballot now!



Ballot hasn't arrived?



If your ballot has not arrived, use the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB). The FWAB serves as an emergency ballot for voters who registered in time but fail to receive an official ballot from local election officials. The FWAB is available at www.fvap.gov or from any U.S. Embassy or Consulate.



If your regular state ballot arrives after you have mailed the FWAB, complete and mail the state ballot as well.



Returning your ballot



Voted ballots and FWABs may be mailed to your local voting officials in the United States through first-class international mail or from any U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Last-minute voters should consider using an express courier company to deliver their ballots. A few states also accept completed ballots by fax or e-mail.



Questions?



The Voting Assistance Officer at the U.S. Embassy La Paz is available to answer questions about absentee voting. To contact the Voting Assistance Officer, call (591)2-216-8297 or send an e-mail to VoteLaPaz@state.gov.

Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations at the Chilean Consulate

(La Paz, Bolivia)

limited consular services cochabamba 3 july 2008

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
June 26, 2008

This Warden Message is being issued to notify American citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Cochabamba on Thursday, July 3, 2008, the consular agency will offer only limited consular services on that day. Any services that require his presence, such as passport applications and notarization of other documents, should be requested by Wednesday, July 2, or postponed until Monday, July 7, 2008. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet website at
http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel
Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the Country Specific Information for Bolivia at
http://travel.state.gov and on the Embassy web page at
http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration web
site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4)411-6313.

Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Section and Agencies Closed on March 8, 2013

Can't seem to get info on the la paz protests

Is it true and if so why are UMSA students protesting in La Paz, as described in the Nov 29 travel warning at this time?

Demonstration Notice - Blockades in the Departments of La Paz and Oruro

Message for U.S. Citizens: Town Hall Meeting in Santa Cruz, Bolivia

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

Avoid El Alto Saturday 7 February 2009

WARDEN MESSAGE
U.S. EMBASSY LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
February 6, 2008

This warden message is being issued to advise U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Bolivia to avoid traveling to or through El Alto, including the airport, on Saturday, 7 February 2009. On this date, the Government of Bolivia intends to gather half a million people for the Constitution's promulgation act that will take place at 11:00 a.m. in El Alto.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country-specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The Consular Section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia. The Santa Cruz Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-3) 351-3477 and the Cochabamba Consular Agency can be reached by telephone at (591-4) 411-6313.

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consul Visit to Provide Routine Consular Service in Tarija

by US Embassy
(La Paz, Bolivia)

limited consular services in santa cruz dec 11 to further notice

(Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia)

This warden message is being issued to notify U.S. citizens that due to the absence of the consular agent in Santa Cruz from December 11 until further notice, the consular agency will be offering only limited consular services. Persons who must apply for passports or consular reports of birth abroad, or seek notarial services during this time may seek these services at the U.S. Embassy in La Paz. Persons seeking emergency services, may directly contact the American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy, in La Paz at (2) 216-8297 or via email at USCit.Services.Bolivia@gmail.com. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current worldwide caution, travel warnings and travel alerts can be found. Additional information is available in the country-specific information for Bolivia at http://travel.state.gov and on the embassy web page at http://bolivia.usembassy.gov.

Current information on travel and security in Bolivia may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). U.S. citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate on the State Department's travel registration web site at https://travelregistration.state.gov .

U.S. citizens may contact the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, via e-mail at consularlapaz@state.gov or by telephone at (591-2) 216-8297 during business hours or (591-2) 216-8500 after hours and on weekends. The consular section is located in the U.S. Embassy at 2780 Arce Avenue in La Paz, Bolivia.