Bolivia – known for its plenty of mountains, llamas & for having 37 official languages.
It is also known for being one of, if not the, cheapest travel destinations in South America.
But what can you do in this country?
You could head to the North Yungas Road, a popular cycling trail with stunning views.
If you have never seen a red lake before, be sure to visit Laguna Colorada. It also has plenty of flamingos wandering around.
Or visit Parque Nacional Madidi – an incredible part.
As you can see, there is no reason to be bored in Bolivia
While it is comparatively an inexpensive travel destination, it is always a good idea to find ways to keep your travel expenses even lower.
That is why you should get a local SIM card to enjoy local rates – much cheaper than international roaming.
Fortunately, SIM cards are cheap in Bolivia.
You can get a Bolivian SIM card for 10 BOB (1.50 USD) in Entel, Tigo & VIVA (formerly Nuevatel) stores or other places, like electronic shops and pharmacies. It is possible to get SIM cards at Santa Cruz de la Sierra-Viru Viru International Airport.
Cheap, right? Try finding a 1.50 USD SIM card in Canada – I will be waiting.
In this guide, I will tell you everything you need to know about buying a SIM card in Bolivia. Let's get started.
Original publication: 28th of December 2019. Last updated: 14th of December 2021.
Table of Contents
Can You Buy a SIM Card in Bolivia?
Anyone living in or visiting Bolivia can buy a Bolivian SIM card from Entel, Tigo & VIVA (formerly Nuevatel) in their stores or from resellers without any restrictions.
You do have to comply with the SIM card registration regulations.
Moreover, your phone has to support the frequencies used in Bolivia.
Finally, your phone needs to be unlocked (SIM-lock free) to use a Bolivian SIM card.
Where Can You Buy a SIM Card in Bolivia?
You can get a Bolivian SIM card in the official stores of Entel, Tigo & VIVA (formerly Nuevatel), and from select third-party stores. However, it is recommended to visit branded stores for smooth registration. SIM cards are also available at Santa Cruz de la Sierra-Viru Viru International Airport.
You can expect to pay the following for Bolivian SIM cards:
- Entel Bolivia: 10 BOB
- Tigo Bolivia: 10 BOB
- VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel): 10 BOB
Can You Use Your Phone in Bolivia?
Bolivia uses GSM technology for mobile communications primarily. CDMA phones will not work in Bolivia. However, almost all phones use GSM anyway.
You also need to be aware of the ITU regions to determine whether your phone will work in other parts of the world.
Although there are three ITU regions, you only need to know these two terms: American Frequencies and European Frequencies.
Bolivia uses American Frequencies, which are used in the Americas (North-, Central, and South America + the Caribbean – ITU Region 2).
Phones sold in the Americas typically have no issues when using their phone in other ITU Region 2 countries.
In Africa, Asia (including the Middle East), Europe, and Oceania (ITU Regions 1 & 3), they typically use European Frequencies, meaning phones bought in those regions can be used in countries using European Frequencies without issues.
If you purchased your phone in the Americas (ITU Region 2), you should not experience any issues with using your phone in Bolivia.
If you bought your phone in Africa, Asia, Europe, or Oceania (ITU regions 1 & 3) and have a low/medium-end device without Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, then there is a possibility you cannot use your phone when in Bolivia or can only use slower networks (3G or 2G).
If you have a medium/high-end device with Tri-Band or Quad-Band support, you can use your phone in Bolivia (to some extent) – also on 4G/LTE.
Mobile Operators, Networks & Frequencies in Bolivia
Bolivia has three mobile operators offering prepaid services:
- Entel Bolivia (Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones)
- Tigo Bolivia
- VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The following frequencies are used in Bolivia:
- 2G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
- 3G: 850 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 700 MHz (Band 13 & Band 17) & 1700 MHz (Band 4)
You can learn more about frequencies in the video below.
To check whether your phone will work in Bolivia, check out this page by Will My Phone Work (may be outdated or inaccurate at times).
Again, make sure your phone is unlocked. Otherwise, you will not be able to use any SIM card except the one from your home operator (meaning you have to roam internationally or buy another unlocked phone that does support the frequencies listed above).
If you want to learn how international roaming works, this guide explains it in-depth. If you wonder why it is often so expensive to roam, this article explains the hidden reason they do not want you to know.
5G NR in Bolivia
5G NR is not available in Bolivia as of 2022, and the Bolivian government has not made any indications of when it will auction 5G licenses.
However, Entel Bolivia has held 5G NR trails since 2019.
Best SIM Card in Bolivia
If you want to buy the best SIM card in Bolivia, I recommend going with Entel or VIVA. Entel is, overall, the best mobile operator in the country. VIVA has the largest variety in plans and is the fastest, but it is behind on (4G/LTE) coverage.
Best eSIM in Bolivia
Unfortunately, none of the mobile operators offer eSIM (to prepaid customers) in Bolivia yet.
However, you can get the Bolivia eSIM (WA Mobile) from Airalo with 1 GB of data valid for 7 days.
With this eSIM, you can skip Bolivia's SIM card registration scheme entirely and use it immediately upon arriving in Bolivia!
SIM Card Registration in Bolivia
SIM card registration, with the use of your passport information, is mandatory in Bolivia. This will be done at the point of sale.
Bolivia Mobile Speeds, Mobile Internet Prices & Insights
In the introduction, I mentioned that Bolivia may be the cheapest travel destination in South America.
We also learned that SIM cards are cheap too.
But what about mobile data rates? Are they low too?
Yes, but above the regional average.
The average price for 1 GB of data in Bolivia is 2.18 USD, around the South American average of 1.97 USD. The world average is 4.07 USD.
But you might have noticed something weird in the image above… the Falkland Islands – what is going there?
Long story short for now (but you can learn more about it in the Falkland Islands SIM card buying guide), but anyone living there is being scammed by the local mobile operator.
If I included the Falkland Islands‘ figures in the South American average, the average cost of data would be 5.25 USD instead of 1.97 USD.
So yeah, I do not include it in the average.
Okay, what about mobile internet speeds.
Are they fast in Bolivia? They are decent.
Bolivia's median mobile download speed is around 16 Mbps.
The speeds have basically been stagnant over the year, even though the mobile operators have invested heavily in improving their networks.
Moreover, Entel Bolivia and Tigo Bolivia use a slow frequency for 4G/LTE (700 MHz – good for wider coverage), contributing to the lack of speed improvements.
VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel), however, uses 1700 MHz, which can produce much faster speeds, but the range is not as extensive as 700 MHz.
With low SIM card prices, good nationwide coverage (except for VIVA Bolivia), decent mobile download speeds, and low mobile data rates, you should have a decent network experience in Bolivia.
Currency in Bolivia
Bolivia uses the Bolivian Boliviano with the symbol BOB (which will be used throughout this guide).
However, prices are often listed as Bs. For example, 25 BOB = Bs. 25.
For reference, below are some exchange rates between BOB and USD (US Dollars):
- 1 BOB = 0.15 USD
- 10 BOB = 1.50 USD
- 100 BOB= 14.50 USD
- 1000 BOB = 145.10 USD
For up-to-date BOB:USD exchange rates, search BOB to USD on Google, or replace USD with the currency you use.
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Bolivian Prepaid SIM Cards
Below, I will guide you through Entel Bolivia, Tigo Bolivia & VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel), and go through:
- Background information
- Mobile coverage
- SIM card types, prices, and availability
- Recharge / top-up information
- Combo plans, data plans, and special packs (such as social media packs)
With that being said, let’s see what Bolivia has to offer to us.
Entel Bolivia
Entel Bolivia, just Entel and standing for Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones, is the largest mobile operator in Bolivia.
It is a state-owned company with the best overall performance and has the biggest market share in the country.
And who says state-owned companies always have to be bad ;)
There are also Entels in Chile and Peru (by Entel from Chile), but they have nothing to do with Entel in Bolivia.
Entel uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 850 MHz & 1900 MHz
- 3G: 850 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 700 MHz (Band 13)
This is what you will learn about Entel:
* Coverage
* How to Get an Entel SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Entel Bolivia
Entel has the best coverage in Bolivia.
Its 4G/LTE coverage is less extensive than Tigo Bolivia's.
However, 2G and 3G reception can be found almost anywhere throughout the country.
Below is Entel's coverage map:
SIM Card Price – Entel Bolivia
You can get an Entel SIM card for 10 BOB in Entel stores and from resellers, including grocery stores, pharmacies & electronic shops. Entel SIM cards are also available at Santa Cruz de la Sierra-Viru Viru & La Paz-El Alto International Airports.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Entel Bolivia
Entel top-up vouchers are sold in Entel stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Bolivia.
The following (online) top-ups are available:
| Top-Up | Validity |
|---|---|
| 0.50 BOB – 49 BOB | 60 days |
| 50 BOB – 99 BOB | 90 days |
| 100 BOB => | 150 days |
To top up your Entel SIM card, dial *109*VoucherCode# or dial *109, select option 1, and follow the instructions.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *109*123456#.
You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.
Dial *105# to check your Entel balance.
You can also top up and check your balance on the Entel app (Android/iOS).
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Entel Bolivia
Entel has three data-featured plans:
- Hablador & Navegador Combos/Talker & Browser Combos (as the name suggest)
- Paquetes Diarios/Daily Packages (data)
- Paquetes Mensuales/Monthly Packages (data)
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
The Hablador & Navegador Combos (Talker & Browser Combos) are combo packages with data and minutes.
Hablador & Navegador Combos can be activated on the Entel app:
| Price | Plan | Data | WhatsApp Data | Local Minutes | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 BOB | Hablador 10 | 100 MB | N/A | 12 minutes | 5 days |
| 10 BOB | Hablador 15 | 200 MB | N/A | 18 minutes | 10 days |
| 10 BOB | Navegador 10 | 1 GB | Unlimited | 2 minutes | 5 days |
| 15 BOB | Hablador 30 | 300 MB | N/A | 38 minutes | 15 days |
| 15 BOB | Navegador 15 | 1.5 GB | Unlimited | 4 minutes | 10 days |
| 20 BOB | Hablador 50 | 500 MB | N/A | 65 minutes | 20 days |
| 30 BOB | Hablador 100 | 1000 MB | N/A | 130 minutes | 30 days |
| 30 BOB | Navegador 30 | 3 GB | Unlimited | 8 minutes | 15 days |
| 50 BOB | Navegador 50 | 6 GB | Unlimited | 10 minutes | 20 days |
| 100 BOB | Navegador 100 | 13 GB | Unlimited | 15 minutes | 30 days |
Paquetes Diarios (Daily Packages) – Entel Bolivia
The Paquetes Diarios (Daily Packages) are data-only plans.
Paquetes Diarios can be activated on the Entel app:
| Price | Data | WhatsApp Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BOB | 200 MB | N/A | 24 hours |
| 3 BOB | 350 MB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 4 BOB | 500 MB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 7 BOB | 1 GB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 15 BOB | 2.5 GB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
Paquetes Mensuales (Monthly Packages) – Entel Bolivia
The Paquetes Mensuales (Monthly Packages) are data-only plans.
Paquetes Mensuales can be activated on the Entel app:
| Price | Data | WhatsApp Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 BOB | 1 GB | N/A | 30 days |
| 20 BOB | 1.5 GB | N/A | 30 days |
| 50 BOB | 5 GB | Unlimited | 30 days |
| 98 BOB | 10 GB | Unlimited | 30 days |
| 140 BOB | 15 GB | Unlimited | 30 days |
| 198 BOB | 22 GB | Unlimited | 30 days |
| 288 BOB | 40 GB | Unlimited | 30 days |
APN/Internet Settings – Entel Bolivia
- Name: Entel
- APN: 4g.entel
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Tigo Bolivia
Tigo Bolivia, just Tigo, is the second-largest mobile operator in Bolivia.
In 2005, it merged with TELECEL Bolivia, which made Tigo gain many customers.
Tigo, as a company, is active in various countries in Latin America and in Tanzania.
Tigo uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 850 MHz
- 3G: 850 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 700 MHz (Band 17)
This is what you will learn about Tigo:
* Coverage
* How to Get a Tigo SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – Tigo Bolivia
Tigo has the best 4G/LTE coverage in Bolivia.
4G/LTE reception is almost anywhere where Tigo has coverage.
Below is Tigo's coverage map:
SIM Card Price – Tigo Bolivia
You can get a Tigo SIM card for 10 BOB in Tigo stores and from resellers, including grocery stores, pharmacies & electronic shops. Tigo SIM cards may be available at Santa Cruz de la Sierra-Viru Viru International Airport.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – Tigo Bolivia
Tigo top-up vouchers are sold in Tigo stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Bolivia.
Note that you can get up to 40% bonus credit when you top-up with the Mi Tigo (My Tigo) app (Android/iOS).
To top up your Tigo SIM card, dial *109*VoucherCode#, text the VoucherCode to 171, or dial 77 and follow the instructions.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *109*123456# or text 123456 to 171.
You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.
You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.
Dial *105#, *123, or text SALDO to 7255 to check your Tigo balance.
You can also use the Mi Tigo app to check your balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – Tigo Bolivia
Tigo has only one data-featured plan, which are the PaqueTigos, which include the 24 Horas, Larga duración & Nocturno PaqueTigos (24 Hours, Long Duration & Night PaqueTigos) options.
PaqueTigos are data-only plans.
These 24 Horas, Larga duración & Nocturno PaqueTigos are available:
| Price | Data | WhatsApp Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.50 BOB | 150 MB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 3 BOB | 370 MB | N/A | 24 hours |
| 5 BOB | 250 MB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 5.50 BOB | 1700 MB | N/A | 1 night (00:01 – 5:59) |
| 6 BOB | 380 MB | Unlimited | 2 days |
| 6 BOB | 800 MB | N/A | 48 hours |
| 6 BOB | 810 MB | N/A | 48 hours |
| 12 BOB | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 night (00:01 – 5:59) |
| 20 BOB | 1000 MB | Unlimited | 7 days |
| 20 BOB | 1500 MB | Unlimited | 24 hours |
| 120 BOB | 4000 MB | N/A | 30 days |
APN/Internet Settings – Tigo Bolivia
- Name: INTERNET TIGO
- APN: internet.tigo.bo
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
VIVA Bolivia, just VIVA and formerly Nuevatel, is the smallest mobile operator in Bolivia.
It is, however, the fastest mobile operator in the country.
VIVA uses the following frequencies:
- 2G: 1900 MHz
- 3G: 850 MHz
- 4G/LTE: 1700 MHz (Band 4)
This is what you will learn about VIVA:
* Coverage
* How to Get a VIVA SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
VIVA has the worst coverage in Bolivia.
Its nationwide coverage is still limited compared to its competitors.
Below is VIVA's coverage map:
SIM Card Price – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
You can get a VIVA SIM card (both Prepago Preplan and Prepago Libre) for 10 BOB with 10 BOB credit (60 days) in Viva stores and from resellers, including grocery stores, pharmacies & electronic shops. VIVA SIM cards may be available at Santa Cruz de la Sierra-Viru Viru International Airport.
If you want to purchase plans, it does not matter whether you choose a Prepago Preplan or Prepago Libre SIM card.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
VIVA top-up vouchers are sold in VIVA stores, grocery stores, corner shops & electronics shops throughout Bolivia.
To top up your VIVA SIM card, dial *109*VoucherCode#.
For example, if your voucher code is 123456, you would dial *109*123456#.
You can also tell the salesperson how much credit you want, your phone number, pay, and they will top up your SIM card with the POS system.
Currently, you get bonus data when you do an eTop-Up:
| eTop-Up | Bonus Data | Bonus Data Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 10 BOB – 19 BOB | 115 MB | 24 hours |
| 20 BOB – 29 BOB | 455 MB | 24 hours |
| 30 BOB – 49 BOB | 605 MB | 24 hours |
| 50 BOB => | 905 MB | 24 hours |
You can also recharge online with (international) debit and credit cards.
Note that you get 25% bonus credit when you top-up (1/2) online or with the Viva app (Android/iOS)
Dial *105# to check your VIVA balance.
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
VIVA has ten data-featured plans:
- Bolsas Ilimitadas/Unlimited Bags (short-term unlimited data at restricted speeds)
- Bolsas Nocturna y Diurna/Day and Night Bags (short-term unlimited data at restricted speeds)
- GIGA+ Plans (data)
- Bolsas Diarias/Daily Bags (data)
- Paquetes Wow Prepago/WOW Prepaid Packages (data)
- Bolsa Tele eStudio (unlimited data at restricted speeds for conference apps)
- Bolsa WTFI (data for WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook & Instagram)
- Bolsa Full WhatsApp/Full WhatsApp Bag (data for WhatsApp)
- Bolsa de Video Streaming (data at restricted speeds for video streaming apps)
- Facebook Semanal/Facebook Weekly (data for Facebook)
All VIVA plans can be activated by dialing *511#.
Click on the links above to jump to the plan you are interested in.
Bolsas Ilimitadas (Unlimited Bags) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsas Ilimitadas (Unlimited Bags) are unlimited data plans @ 2 Mbps.
Dial *511*4# to activate Bolsas Ilimitadas:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 2 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 1 hour |
| 4 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 3 hours |
| 6 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 6 hours |
Bolsas Nocturna y Diurna (Day and Night Bags) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsas Nocturna y Diurna (Day and Night Bags) are unlimited data plans @ 2 Mbps for in the morning or at night.
Dial *511# to activate Bolsas Nocturna y Diurna:
| Price | Plan | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.90 BOB | Bolsa Diurna | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 1 day (7:00 – 11:59) |
| 4.90 BOB | Bolsa Nocturna | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 1 night (21:00 – 6:59) |
GIGA+ Plans – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The GIGA+ Plans are data-only bundles.
Dial *511# to activate Bolsas Nocturna y Diurna:
| Price | Plan | Data | WhatsApp Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 BOB | Mensual 200 MB | 200 MB | N/A | 30 days |
| 15 BOB | Tetra 1G | 1 GB | 1 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 4 days |
| 20 BOB | Semanal 1.2 GB | 1.2 GB | 1.2 GB, the unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 7 days |
| 30 BOB | Semanal 2.4 GB | 2.4 GB | 2.4 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 7 days |
| 50 BOB | Mensual 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 30 days |
| 100 BOB | Mensual 6 GB | 6 GB | 6 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 30 days |
Bolsas Diarias (Daily Bags) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsas Diarias (Daily Bags) are data-only plans valid for 24 hours.
Dial *511# to activate Bolsas Diarias (Daily Bags):
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 10 BOB | 1405 MB | 24 hours |
| 20 BOB | 2905 MB | 24 hours |
Paquetes Wow Prepago (WOW Prepaid Packages) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Paquetes Wow Prepago (WOW Prepaid Packages) are data-only plans
Paquetes Wow Prepago can be activated by texting the Activation Code to 9101.
However, it may be easier and faster to dial *511# to activate Paquetes Wow Prepago because the activation codes are ridicilously complex:
| Price | Data | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 BOB | 10 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 7 days | WOW 10GBx7Dx70Bs |
| 120 BOB | Unlimited @ 3 Mbps 1 | 15 days | WOW 20GBx15Dx120Bs |
| 200 BOB | 40 GB, then unlimited @ 512 Kbps | 28 days | WOW 40GBx28Dx200Bs |
Bolsa Tele eStudio – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsa Tele eStudio is an unlimited data plan @ 3 Mbps for Coursera, Duolingo, EDX, Google Actívate (Google Digital Garage), Google Classroom, Google Meet, Khan Academy, Skype, Webex, WhatsApp & Zoom
Dial *511# to activate Bolsa Tele eStudio:
| Price | App Data 1 | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1.80 BOB | Unlimited @ 3 Mbps | 2 hours |
| 60 BOB | Unlimited @ 3 Mbps | 28 days |
1 for Coursera, Duolingo, EDX, Google Actívate (Google Digital Garage), Google Classroom, Google Meet, Khan Academy, Skype, Webex, WhatsApp & Zoom
Bolsa WTFI (WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook & Instagram) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsa WTFI, standing for WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook & Instagram bag, is an unlimited data plan @ 2 Mbps for the aforementioned apps + 10 MB regular data.
It costs 4.90 BOB and is valid for 24 hours. Dial *511# to activate the plan.
| Price | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & WhatsApp Data | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.90 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps 1 | 24 hours | *511# |
1 +10 MB regular data
Bolsa Full WhatsApp (Full WhatsApp Bag) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsa Full WhatsApp (Full WhatsApp Bag) is an unlimited data plan for WhatsApp.
It costs 4.90 BOB and is valid for 3 days. Dial *511# to activate the plan.
| Price | WhatsApp Data | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.90 BOB | Unlimited | 3 days | *511# |
Bolsa de Video Streaming – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Bolsa de Video Streaming is an unlimited data plan @ 2 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount+, Pluto TV & YouTube.
Dial *511# to activate Bolsa de Video Streaming:
| Price | Streaming Data 1 | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 6.90 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps 2 | 24 hours (1 day) |
| 8.50 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 48 hours (2 days) |
| 12.50 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 96 hours (4 days) |
| 22.50 BOB | Unlimited @ 2 Mbps | 192 hours (8 days) |
1 for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount+, Pluto TV & YouTube
2 +10 MB regular data
Facebook Semanal (Facebook Weekly) – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
The Facebook Semanal (Facebook Weekly) plan is an unlimited data bundle for Facebook and Facebook Messenger.
It costs 15 BOB and is valid for 7 days. DIal *511# to activate the plan.
| Price | Facebook (Messenger) Data | Validity | Activation Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 BOB | Unlimited | 7 days | *511# |
APN/Internet Settings – VIVA Bolivia (formerly Nuevatel)
- Name: Viva
- APN: internet.beuvatel.com
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.
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Other Ways to Stay Connected When Traveling in Bolivia
The cheapest way to get online in Bolivia is to get a SIM card from one of the mobile operators. However, that is not your only method of staying online.
Below are some other options to consider.
International Roaming
Roaming is the most convenient way to stay connected.
You do not have to buy a new SIM card, and people at home can easily reach you on your current phone number.
However, roaming has many downsides as well. It can be insanely expensive.
International/Travel SIM Cards
International SIM cards or travel SIM cards are SIM cards made for travelers.
The rates charged are often lower than international roaming, but they are almost always higher than what local operators will charge you.
Get to know more about international and travel SIM cards.
Mobile hotspots, or pocket WIFI, are small devices that connect to the local mobile operators of the country you are visiting.
Mobile hotspots are ideal for families or those traveling in a large group, as they allow you to connect multiple devices to one hotspot without the need of each traveler having to buy a SIM card.
You can either buy a mobile hotspot or rent one.
Free WIFI Networks
Nothing beats free, right? Paying nothing to stay connected may be the best option.
Until you remember that free hotspots are not available everywhere (especially when on the move) and that free connections are often extremely slow.
Just make sure to protect your internet traffic with a VPN when connected to open WIFI connections. It is worth it.
The Preferred Way to Stay Connected When Traveling in Bolivia
Getting a SIM card from Entel or VIVA would do you well when considering a Bolivian SIM card.
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