BoliviaResidency by InvestmentActive general residence framework – not a formal golden visa or investment migration programme.

🇧🇴 Bolivia Investor, Independent Income and Pensioner Residence

Bolivia does not operate a formal golden visa. Foreign nationals may obtain temporary residence under the country's general immigration framework on qualifying grounds such as work, business activity, family links and other recognised purposes. Temporary residence may be granted for up to three years, after which qualifying residents may apply for permanent residence.

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Permit type: Permanent residence
Qualifying requirement: No statutory minimum investment for residence. Any capital or business requirements depend on the applicant's underlying activity and supporting documentation.
Processing time: Typically 1–3 months, depending on the residence category, documentation and DIGEMIG processing.
Residence obligation: Temporary residents may generally be absent for up to 90 days per year, extendable to 180 days with prior approval. Permanent residents should avoid absences of around 2 years, which may affect their status. Bolivia expects genuine ongoing residence, especially for those seeking naturalisation after the qualifying residence period.
Principal benefit: Applicants seeking a relatively low-cost South American residence option who are willing to maintain genuine presence in Bolivia and accept a more traditional, document-driven immigration process.

Last updated September 20261 official sourceData confidence: source-backed

🇧🇴 Bolivia Investor, Independent Income and Pensioner Residence

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