Bolivia · Cars, licenses and pets
Bringing a car or pet to Bolivia
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Check four things before you ship a car or bring a pet: import approval, used-car age limits, registration and pet rules.
New carsPrior authorisation needed
Used carsAge limits apply
RegistrationMunicipal (RUAT)
PetsRules being checked
Cars, licenses and pets: check before you ship
| Topic | What we know | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Importing a new car | Needs approval in advance, with an emissions certificate from IBMETRO. | Needs lawyer review |
| Importing a used car | Age limits apply to some vehicle types. Limits for ordinary cars are being confirmed. | Not yet verified |
| Registering a car | With the municipality (RUAT), not SEGIP. | Needs lawyer review |
| Driver's license | How long a foreign license is valid isn't confirmed. Residents get a Bolivian license once they have their resident card (CIE). | Not yet verified |
| Dogs and cats | Bring a health certificate from home. Whether you also need an import permit from SENASAG, the animal health agency, isn't confirmed. | Not yet verified |
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