Government of Canada services and information in La Paz, Bolivia
Services and information provided to Canadians by the Embassy of Canada to Bolivia (Program Office), in La Paz.
On this page
- Adoption and surrogacy
- Birth abroad
- Citizenship services
- Marriage abroad
- Notarial services
- Passport services
- Pensions and retirement
- Studying abroad
- Visa and immigration services
- Voting abroad
Adoption and surrogacy
Refer to International adoption.
Birth abroad
Refer to Children born outside of Canada.
Note: If you are a Canadian citizen and your child is born in Bolivia, your child is Bolivian by birth. You must register the birth at SERECI (Servicio de Registro Cívico) or at the closest Oficialía de Registro Civil in order to get a birth certificate.
If your child is born in Bolivia, a Bolivian passport will likely be required to leave the country. Bolivian children are subject to local regulations applicable to the exit of children from Bolivia.
Citizenship services
Apply for Canadian proof of citizenship.
Complete your application and deliver it in a sealed envelope addressed to the Consular Section. Use a courier service or drop off the envelope at the security booth of the Embassy.
Translations
Any document that is not in English or French must be submitted with a translation. Please contact lapazconsular@international.gc.ca to request the reference list of translators.
Payment method
- Pay your Citizenship application fees online. A copy of the receipt should be included in the application package.
- Payment by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is accepted. Please complete the Credit card payment authorization and include it in the application package.
- If the above payment methods are not available to you, please contact lapazconsular@international.gc.ca for instructions.
| Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (BOB) | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application for a Citizenship Certificate for adults and minors (Proof of Citizenship) | 75.00 | 400.00 | 60.00 |
| Application to Renounce Canadian Citizenship | 100.00 | 530.00 | 75.00 |
| Replacement / Update of proof of Canadian citizenship | 75.00 | 400.00 | 60.00 |
| Application for a Search of Citizenship Records | 75.00 | 400.00 | 60.00 |
Marriage abroad
Refer to Marriage outside Canada.
Notarial services
The office provides the following notarial services to Canadian citizens and, in limited cases, to non-Canadian citizens if the documents are intended for use in Canada. Note: Documents must be in English or French, or accompanied by a translation in English or French.
Authentication/Attestation (certify the document signature, the position of an official and the seal are genuine):
- Documents issued in Canada must be authenticated by Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa before the office will certify the documents (fees apply).
- Documents issued in Bolivia must be authenticated by the Bolivian Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the traditional procedure (not Apostille) before the office will certify the documents (fees apply).
- Clients requiring information about authenticating documents while outside of Canada, refer to Authentication of documents.
Certified copy (certify the document is a true copy of the original):
- Documents presented by a Canadian citizen, or a non-Canadian citizen for use in Canada; exceptions apply (fees apply).
Witness a signature (consular officer witnesses a signature):
- Documents presented by a Canadian citizen, or a non-Canadian citizen for use in Canada; exceptions apply (fees apply).
- Witness a signature on a Statement in lieu of certificate of non-impediment to marriage abroad form (fees apply).
Note: Documents can be sent in a sealed envelope addressed to the Consular Section. Use a courier service or drop off the envelope at the security booth of the Embassy. Certain services require an appointment. To book an appointment please contact lapazconsular@international.gc.ca.
Payment method
- Payment by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is accepted. Please complete the Credit card payment authorization and include it in the application package.
- If the above payment methods are not available to you, please contact lapazconsular@international.gc.ca for instructions.
| Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (BOB) | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administering an oath or receiving a statutory declaration or affirmation. The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 270.00 | 40.00 |
| Attesting any document bearing a signature (affidavit, declaration, affirmation, etc.). The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 270.00 | 40.00 |
| Authenticating (witnessing) a signature. The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 270.00 | 40.00 |
| Authenticating the signature and seal of a foreign authority. The fee shown is per document. | 50.00 | 270.00 | 40.00 |
| Authenticating signatures of Canadian authorities or notaries. | 50.00 | 270.00 | 40.00 |
| Certifying a true copy of a document. The fee shown is per copy. | 20.00 | 110.00 | 15.00 |
| Preparing a certificate, affidavit, declaration or other document (less than 200 words). The fee shown is per document. | 30.00 | 160.00 | 25.00 |
| Preparing a certificate, affidavit, declaration or other document (200-499 words). The fee shown is per document. | 60.00 | 320.00 | 50.00 |
| Preparing a certificate, affidavit, declaration or other document (500-999). The fee shown is per document. | 80.00 | 430.00 | 65.00 |
| Providing a Passport Canada CTC. The fee shown is per set of three copies. | 45.00 | 240.00 | 35.00 |
| Making a copy of a document (photocopy). The fee shown is per page. | 3.00 | 20.00 | 2.00 |
| Issuing a Statement in lieu of Certificate of Non-impediment to Marriage Abroad. The fee shown is a minimum, per document. | 80.00 | 430.00 | 65.00 |
Passport services
Complete your passport application and send your application in a sealed envelope addressed to the Consular Section. Use a courier service or drop off the envelope at the security booth of the Embassy.
Payment method
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Pay your Passport application fees online. A copy of the receipt should be included in the application package.
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Payment by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) is accepted. Please complete the Credit card payment authorization and include it in the application package.
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If the above payment methods are not available to you, please contact lapazconsular@international.gc.ca for instructions.
| Details | Fee (CAD) | Fee (BOB) | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-year adult passport (age 16 or over) | 260.00 | 1380.00 | 200.00 |
| 5-year adult passport (age 16 or over) | 190.00 | 1010.00 | 145.00 |
| 5-year Child passport (0-15 years of age) | 100.00 | 530.00 | 75.00 |
| Additional fee for replacing a valid lost or stolen passport | 45.00 | 240.00 | 35.00 |
| Temporary passport | 110.00 | 580.00 | 80.00 |
| Emergency travel document (adult) | 75.00 | 400.00 | 60.00 |
| Retention of a valid Canadian passport (during processing of the application for a replacement passport) | 45.00 | 240.00 | 35.00 |
| Pick-up passport in Canada | 20.00 | 110.00 | 15.00 |
| Emergency travel document (child) | 30.00 | 160.00 | 25.00 |
Pensions and retirement
Refer to Retiring abroad.
Studying abroad
Refer to Studying abroad and EduCanada.
Visa and immigration services
Refer to Travel documents – Visas.
- Apply to travel, study, work or immigrate to Canada.
- Find a visa application centre (VAC) to book an appointment to give your biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
- Submit an enquiry using the IRCC web form to contact a visa office.
- For specific enquiries, email: lima.immigration@international.gc.ca.
Permanent residents of Canada: Find out how to apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD).
Voting abroad
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