Moving to Bolivia from Argentina

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Argentina to Bolivia — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Argentina to Bolivia.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Argentina to Bolivia, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
47,601 ↑ 11% vs 2015

people born in Argentina live in Bolivia · UN DESA

Who's moving to Bolivia?

Top countries of origin for Bolivia's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Argentina to Bolivia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

AR
4.3
BO
4.3
Feel safe walking at night United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

of residents who feel safe walking alone at night

AR
48%
BO
59%

Argentina generally does better on safety, though Bolivia leads in feel safe walking at night.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

AR
$3,089
BO
$756
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

AR
40.8
BO
12.7

Bolivia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Argentina leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

AR
29.0
BO
54.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

AR
4.0t
BO
2.3t

Argentina generally does better on environment, though Bolivia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

AR
24.6
BO
10.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

AR
10.5%
BO
1.2%

Argentina generally does better on infrastructure, though Bolivia leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AR
6.2%
BO
3.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AR
$26,500
BO
$9,700

Bolivia generally does better on employment & economy, though Argentina leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AR
78.3 yrs
BO
72.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AR
9.3
BO
22.3

Argentina generally does better on family life, though Bolivia leads in education spending.

Data: Federal Administration of Public Revenue, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Argentina and Bolivia. To live, work, or study long-term in Bolivia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Bolivia's immigration authority.

Argentina passport

Argentina passport holder visiting Bolivia

Visa Free
Argentina passport holders can enter Bolivia without a visa.
Bolivia passport

Bolivia passport holder visiting Argentina

Visa Free
Bolivia passport holders can enter Argentina without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Bolivia?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Bolivia has 10.9 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Bolivia safe for expats?

Argentina generally does better on safety, though Bolivia leads in feel safe walking at night. The homicide rate in Bolivia is 4.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.3 in Argentina. About 59% of people in Bolivia feel safe walking alone at night.

How is healthcare in Bolivia compared to Argentina?

Bolivia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Argentina leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 12.7 doctors per 10,000 people in Bolivia, compared to 40.8 in Argentina. Bolivia scores 65 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Argentina: 79).

What language do they speak in Bolivia?

The official languages in Bolivia are Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua and Spanish. In Argentina, the official languages are Guaraní and Spanish.

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At a Glance

AR BO
Population 46,245,668 12,054,379
Currency Argentine Peso (ARS) Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +54 +591
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911 110