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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY BANK/CREDIT CARDS GETLOST OR STOLEN?USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATIONAUTHORISED RADIO TAXIS IN LA PAZEMBASSIES AND CONSULATES (LA PAZ)CONTACT US

USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT BOLIVIA

PHONING HOMEDODON’T

LA PAZORURO AND COCHABAMBAPOTOSÍSANTA CRUZ, BENI AND TRINIDADCHUQUISACA Y TARIJA

BOLIVIA: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLYTHE BRITISH EMBASSY: WHAT HELP CAN WE PROVIDE?

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY PASSPORT IS LOST ORSTOLEN?

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Time zone:

Bolivia is GMT-4. Bolivian time does not change during the course of theyear.

Currency and denominations

The official currency in Bolivia is the Boliviano (Bs.) which is divided into100 cents. Coins in circulation are 10, 20, and 50 cents, as well as 1, 2and 5 Bolivianos. Paper notes come in 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 Bolivianosdenominations. Small shops and taxis may not be able to change highernotes than 20.

US Dollars are accepted in some commercial establishments, at the currentexchange rate. At the time of printing the exchange rate fluctuated between6.92 and 7.02 Bs to 1 US$.

Few establishments accept credit cards, debit cards are much morecommon but some UK debit cards may fail to work.

USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT BOLIVIA

Check before taking photographs of the local population 1

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Electric power

220 volts is the most common. Outlets are for 2-pin plugs (flat and round types are both acceptable).

Weather

The weather in the south-west is dry and cold,especially in the winter; in the north and east theweather is humid and warm. The rainy season isfrom November to March. You will find clear skiesin La Paz during June and July. For up to date Bolivianweather forecasts visit http://www.senamhi.gov.bo/.

Business hours

Public offices open hours may vary but the majorityopen from 8:30 to 12:30 and from 14:30 to 18:30.

Banking hours in Bolivia are normally from Mondayto Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some banks maybe open until 6 p.m. Most banks are open to thepublic half-day on Saturdays.

In general, shops, shopping centres and handicraftmarkets are open every day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Some close on Sundays and holidays.

Travelling around

Buses are available for the main routes; please notethat the political scene can be tense in Bolivia.Social groups block roads to protest, so blockadesand demonstrations occur frequently. Road travelcan be dangerous as a result of poor road conditions,local driving techniques and the condition of vehicleson the road. Local airlines operate in main citiesand popular destinations.

Trains in the south cover the route Oruro-Uyuni-Villazon (border point with Argentina). Trains arealso available in Santa Cruz going to the east toPuerto Suarez (border point with Brazil) and to thesouth to Yacuiba (border point with Argentina).

Demonstrations are very common in Bolivia, we advise you to avoidthem as they can turn violent. 2

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Food and beverages

Bolivian cuisine offers a great variety of typical dishesfrom the highlands and the low lands. Some dishescan contain hot pepper or be spiced. Try a typicalAndean soup called “Chairo” made of dehydratedpotatoes, meat and vegetables. Pork “Fricase” is alsoa very popular and delicious dish, “Chicharron” isdeep-fried pork; and “Charquekan” is dried llamameat, boiled or fried. In the east you can find someother exotic dishes such as “Majadito” (rice withshredded beef) and “Sonso” which is baked or friedyucca with cheese. And don’t leave without trying a“saltena”, it’s similar to a pasty with a stew filling.

Bolivian typical drinks are “Chicha” made of fermentedcorn; and “Singani”, which is made from distilledgrape; the region of Tarija produces good wines, themost renowned brands are Campos de Solana,Kohlberg, and La Concepcion. Locally produced beeris very popular too, the most popular brands are Paceña,Taquiña, Ducal, Potosina, Autentica. As for non-alcoholic drinks you could try “Mocochinchi” whichis made from dehydrated peaches and “Api”, a hotbeverage made of purple and white corn, usuallyserved with a cheese pastry.

Typical costs

Bolivia is one of the cheapest countries in SouthAmerica. As a result costs are in general lower thanmost of its neighbouring countries. You can expect adecent meal for about 25 Bs to 60 Bs. Drinks go from3 Bs to 25 Bs. Bottled water costs around 3 Bs. for 1/2lt. A 2lt. bottle costs around 6 Bs.

Radio Taxis fix their rates depending on the distance,ask the driver the estimated cost for your route. In LaPaz, if the service is within the same zone it shouldcost between 6 and 10 Bs. If the service is betweentwo zones it should cost you 15 to 18 Bs. Longerdistances, requesting other routes or having many stopscan increase the rate as combined routes. A taxi serviceto the relevant city centre from the 2 internationalairports in Bolivia costs between 50 and 80 Bs. Pleasenote that taxi companies increase their rates at night.

Keep important documents and reference numbers electronically. 3

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Internet cafes are available at an average cost of 3 to 4 Bs per hour. Free publicWireless internet (not 24 hours) is available in the international airports and insome restaurants.International and long distance national calls can be made from public phones.Pay phones are not very common, instead you can find public phones in callcentres and internet cafes where you pay after you make your calls. Countryand city codes are usually shown in the booths.International calls cost around 5.2 Bs/min (Europe) regardless of the type ofphone you are calling from (land or mobile).Local calls made from local mobiles cost around 1.5 Bs/minLocal calls made between land phones cost around 0.5 Bs/min.

Local calls from land phones to mobiles cost up to 1.20 Bs/minThe rates may vary from carrier to carrier and also dependingon promotions and time of the day.

Keep a copy of your passport with you at all times.4

PHONING HOMETo make an international call from a landlinephone you need to dial00 + carrier code* + country code + city code+ phone number* The carrier code depends on the one you want

to use, some examples are: 10 for Entel, 14 forViva, 11 for AXS, 12 for Cotas and 16 for Cotel.

Example:00 + 10 + 44 + 207 + local phone number

Some public phones are sponsored by one ofthese companies, in that case the carrier code isnot necessary as it is set by default.To call Bolivian mobile phones within Bolivia noarea code is required.To call to a landline phone in other city of Boliviayou do need to dial an area code (2 for La Paz,Oruro and Potosi, 3 for Santa Cruz, Beni andPando, 4 for Cochabamba, Chuquisaca and Tarija).Most phone booths have posters with diallinginstructions.

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Stay away from clandestine bars and pubsThese places can be attractive but they’re often raided by the police becauseof the high risk of drug trafficking, you may be detained if found inside.

Use secure ATMsIf possible use the ones located inside the banks or the nearestto your destination.

Limit the amount of money you carryCarry only as much money as you need for the day.

Travel with any prescriptions you needYou will need it to get more medication or even to take it onyour flight.

Take care of your belongings80% of the Embassy’s consular cases are related to lost and stolen belongings.

Carry a copy of your identification with youJust a copy of your passport, immigration slip and youremergency telephone numbers.

Purchase travel insuranceYour insurance should cover medical treatment, local hospitalisation, andmedical evacuation, as well as unexpected losses (e.g. cancelled flights, lostluggage, stolen cash and credit cards). Check with your insurance companywhat your policy covers, including clauses relating to altitude and/or adventuretourism.

Seek advice on vaccinationsThe Bolivian authorities are requesting that all travellers shouldshow valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificates and YellowFever vaccination is required to enter most areas of Bolivia.You should check the Ministry of Health’s website for guidance.

The most common consular assistance Embassies in the region provide relates tolost/stolen passports; keep the original in a safe place. 5

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Don’t carry all your cards orcash with youLeave at least one card in thehotel.Don’t drink tap waterBottled water is safer. Tap wateris not fully sanitised. Be awarethat drinks and food bought fromstreet vendors may not complywith sanitary conditionsincreasing the risk of catchingsalmonella, typhoid or hepatitis.Don’t carry your passport withyouWe receive around 100lost/stolen passports reports eachyear. Leave your passport in thehotel, carry a photocopy instead.Don’t accept refreshments fromstrangers in public placesBe aware that thieves have beenknown to slip drugs into drinksto rob victims.Don’t leave your bagsunattendedThieves in bus terminals, airportsand public places also createdistractions to steal yourbelongings.Don’t carry coca leaves or cocaproducts (such as coca tea)Some neighbouring countriesand international airports havestrict policies about coca andyou could get in trouble.

DON’T

Food poisoning was the main cause of hospitalisations of British Citizens in Boliviain 2009, be careful when choosing what to eat.6

Don’t carry parcels or luggagethrough customs for other peopleor cross land borders with peopleyou don’t knowStay safe from drug trafficking risks.Don’t walk on poorly illuminatedstreetsDon’t take a random taxiUse only authorised taxis. “RadioTaxis” have a sign on the roof andon its side doors. We advise you tocall a taxi company to request one.When boarding a radio taxi makesure the driver reports his destinythrough the radio and not on hismobile phone. Lock the doors.Don’t expect your insurance tocover hazardous activities andsportsIf you areplanning anyadventuretourism speakto yourinsurancecompany inadvance.

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LA PAZ

If you stay in the city, you can walk around Sagarnaga Street and visit the WitchesMarket nearby for handicrafts and unusual souvenirs. You can also take tours ofthe old and new city. But remember to watch your belongings at all times.Lake Titicaca was considered sacred by the Incas. Climb the Calvary of Copacabanaand take a boat to the Sun Island. Please note there were a number of “expresskidnappings” on minibuses from Copacabana to La Paz during 2008. “Expresskidnappings” are short-term, opportunistic abductions, aimed at extracting cashfrom the victim’s stolen cash or credit cards. We recommend you book transportto La Paz on tourist buses. “Express kidnappings” have also taken place in taxisin all areas of La Paz, including the Cementerio area.Thinking about biking down the “road of death” in Los Yungas? You should checkout the company, ensure that the bicycles are in good condition, and that theguides are fully equipped with safety equipment and first-aid kits. You shouldalso check any exclusions to your travel insurance policy, to ensure that yourpolicy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake.Thefts have been reported throughout Bolivia including in many areas of La Paz.You should pay attention to your personal safety and to your belongings at alltimes. In addition, the Police have reported that you should be particularly vigilantin the following areas: 1) San Francisco Square; 2) Sagarnaga Street and surroundings;3) Bus terminal to Copacabana (in front of the cemetery); 4) Bus terminal toDesaguadero (in front of the cemetery); 5) La Paz Bus Terminal; 6) Intersectionof Av. Juan Pablo II and Av. La Paz in el Alto (informal terminal of minibuses andtaxis to Desaguadero); and 7) Desaguadero (border point with Peru).Prison tours, particularly in San Pedro prison in La Paz, are widely advertised.These tours are against the prison rules. Bolivian prisons are guarded on the outsideonly - there are no police officers on guard within the prison walls. We adviseagainst going on such tours due to the danger present whilst within the prison.The ancient ruins of Tiawanacu are only a couple of hours away from the city.The Aymara New Year is celebrated there in June. It also has great archeologicalmuseums.

Beware of individuals offering help at taxi points at bus terminals where manythieves work in teams throughout the day and night to distract their victims. 7

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ORURO AND COCHABAMBA

Oruro is at its peak for the Carnival season where you can enjoy parades withtypical Bolivian dances. The parade is very impressive. Please note that there’sa higher risk of thefts because it can get very crowded and there’s a lot of alcoholconsumption.

During other times of the year you can visit themines and have underground guided tours.

In the city of Cochabamba you can visit the“Cristo de la Concordia”.

see the countryside you’ll love the tropical landsof El Chapare or you can visit the colonial townsof Aiquile and Totora.

POTOSI

The Uyuni salt Flat is a must! Tour operatorsoffer multi-day tours around the salt flat andthe green and red lagoon. However, ifyou are in regular contact with friendsand family, keep in mind that thereare limited communicationsavailable.

You can take the opportunity torelax in the thermal springs. However,because of strong undercurrents, werecommend that you follow the local authorities’advice and don’t swim across the springs.

There are lots of museums and attractions in the cityof Potosi. Visit the “Cerro Rico” a silver mine whereyou can have guided tours.

Altitude can affect some people, consider that Bolivia has spots over 4000 m.Take it easy at first

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Factor extra time when travelling independently - immigration at overland borderscan take some time. 9

SANTA CRUZ, BENI AND TRINIDAD

The North East side of Bolivia is well known for its tropicalweather and its breathtaking nature. You can hike throughnatural parks (like Madidi), visit the Missions, sail in rivers,relax and have fun in the cities.

Santa Cruz is the largest city in Bolivia and offers you goodfood and night life. It’s also the hub for regional flights fromBolivia. As in all large international cities, violent crime ispresent in Santa Cruz. You should take the appropriatesteps to remain safe.

Weather conditions, like elsewhere in Bolivia, can affectyour ability to travel especially during the rainy season;for example, flights to Rurrenabaque are sometimescancelled or rescheduled and roads can be affected byflooding or landslides.

In the Jesuit Missions of Chiquitos you will find baroquearchitecture and music festivals are held in the region.

CHUQUISACA AND TARIJA

Sucre is the capital city of Chuquisaca, also known as “TheWhite City”. Bolivian history is here, in Sucre. If you wantto go back further in time, you will love the dinosaurtracks.

In Tarija, the vineyards are a great attraction; enjoy thegood wine and relaxing lifestyle.

The lower lands are exposed to a higher risk of tropicaldiseases like Dengue Fever and Malaria, takeprecautions.

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BOLIVIA: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLYTHE GOOD• Bolivia offers you great variety; from the highlands to the

tropics.• Adventure tourism is widely promoted - including mountain

biking, salt flat tours and jungle expeditions.• Culture is present everywhere, food, customs, handcrafts

and music.• People are friendly and eager to make a good impression

on tourists.• Prices might be cheaper than what you expected.• Most EU countries have a consulate you can turn to.THE BAD• Roads can be damaged or unavailable and blockades are

frequent.• There might not be the same level of sanitary conditions

you are used to during your travels.• Be aware of “Bolivian time”, some Bolivians are not used

to punctuality and can be very informal.THE UGLYAlthough Bolivia is safer than most neighbouring countries, somecriminals are taking up creative tactics to target their victims andoperating in touristic places, please be aware of the followingsituations:• Non-violent thefts have happened in buses, trains and terminals.• “False Policemen” may approach and request personal

belongings, please note that you cannot be searched withouta written order from a state prosecutor. Other types of scamsare less frequent, do not trust bargains.

• Muggings happen in the cities, at any time of the day, La Pazand Cochabamba have reported muggings mainly in thedowntown area.

• Some thieves target their victims when they withdraw moneyfrom ATMs.

• Muggings also happen in taxis, some criminals use falsetaxis and mug their victims while in the car.

Bolivia is the world’s third largest producer of cocaine. Thegovernment has harsh penalties for those caught trafficking or inpossession. The minimum sentence is eight years (and prisonconditions are poor). Be very careful with your luggage andbelongings and avoid any contact with prohibited drugs.

Please note there are no government-implemented minimum standards for adventuretour operators. Take care when choosing your operator.10

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WE CAN

Issue you with a replacementtravel document;

Tell you how to transfer funds;

Provide appropriate help if youhave suffered rape or seriousassault, are a victim of othercrime, or are in hospital;

Help people with mental illness;

Help you get in touch with locallawyers, interpreters, doctors andfuneral directors;

Do all we properly can to contactyou within 24 hours of being toldthat you have been detained;

Offer support and help in a rangeof other cases, such as childabduction, death of relativesoverseas, missing people andkidnapping;

Contact friends and family foryou, if you want; and

Make special arrangements incases of terrorism, civildisturbances or natural disasters.

THE BRITISH EMBASSY: WHAT HELP CAN WE PROVIDE?

If you are a British Citizen in Bolivia and you need assistance, theEmbassy can help you

WE CANNOT

Get you out of prison, prevent thelocal authorities from deporting youafter your prison sentence, or interferein criminal or civil court proceedings;

Help you enter a country, forexample, if you do not have a visaor your passport is not valid, as wecannot interfere in another country’simmigration policy or procedures;

Give you legal advice, investigatecrimes or carry out searches formissing people, although we cangive you details of people who maybe able to help you in these cases,such as English-speaking lawyers;

Get you better treatment in hospitalor prison than is given to local people;

Pay any bills or give you money (invery exceptional circumstances wemay lend you some money frompublic funds, which you will have topay back);

Make travel arrangements for you,or find you work or accommodation,or make business arrangements onyour behalf.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY PASSPORT IS LOST OR STOLEN?

You should report the incident as soon as possible to the local police andobtain a police report.

You then immediately need to go to your nearest British Embassy or Consulate,irrespective of whether you intend to apply for a new passport. We cancelall passports that are declared lost or stolen to reduce the risk of someonestealing your identity or attempting to enter the UK on your passport.

WHAT IF I LATER FIND A PASSPORT I HAVE REPORTED AS LOST ORSTOLEN?

You must return it as soon as possible to the nearest British Embassy orConsulate. You must not use it to travel, as this may cause the passport tobe impounded by the Immigration Service at UK ports or airports, and if youtry to use it for travel or identification purposes you may be detained by theauthorities.

HOW CAN I REPLACE MY PASSPORT?

As well as all other British Embassies in the region, the British Embassy inLa Paz is only able to issue emergency travel documents with limited validityto British Citizens and unrepresented Commonwealth and EU Nationals.

If your passport is lost or stolen and you urgently need to travel, we can issuea replacement emergency travel document once we are satisfied of youridentity and that you are eligible. You will need your police report,1 passport-size photo with a white background, the applicationform and the fee. You will need to apply in person at theBritish Embassy in La Paz.

If your passport is lost or stolen but your travel plansare flexible, you can apply for a full validity passportthrough the UK Passport Service for the Americasand the Caribbean based in Washington DC,USA. For more information on how to applyfor a full validity passport please visitwww.ukinusa.fco.gov.uk.

Share important information (travel insurance details, itinerary, etc) with familyor friends.12

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY BANK/CREDIT CARDS GET LOST OR STOLEN?

If you have had your bank/credit cards lost or stolen, you should contact yourbank immediately to cancel them as soon as possible to prevent anyone usingyour card fraudulently. If your bank is not listed and you have no access to theInternet, then contact a friend/relative in the UK to find the contact number eitherthrough the Internet or directory enquiries. If you do not have the resources todo this then contact the British Embassy, who may be able to assist you.

You should call these emergency contact numbers to report your lost/stolen cardsas soon as possible:

Abbey (and Cahoot)+44 161 951 6500Alliance & LeicesterCredit cards+44 1244 673 700Current accounts+44 151 928 4033American ExpressCredit cards+44 1273 696 933Travellers cheques+44 1273 571 600Bank of Scotland+44 1383 628 410Barclays Bank+44 1904 544 666Barclaycard+44 1604 230 230Capital One+44 115 993 8002Clydesdale Bank+44 141 223 2358t

NationwideCredit cards+44 1268 567 213Other+44 1793 656 789NatWest Bank+44 142 370 0545Royal Bank of Scotland+44 131 317 8899Sentinel Card Protection+44 229 265 2222Smile+44 161 477 1927The Co-operative Bank+44 845 600 6000Thomas Cook+44 1733 318 950Yorkshire Bank+44 113 2881403Visa+44 1252 513 500 Woolwich+44 0800 731 1842

Egg

+44 1332 395 919

First Direct

+44 113 234 5678

Goldfish

+44 870 241 6596

Halifax

+44 1133 809 574

Diners Club

+44 113 288 1403

HSBC

+44 1442 422 929

Lloyds TSB Bank

+44 1702 278 270

MasterCard

Contact issuing bank

Emergency Contacts

+44 20 7557 5000

MBNA EuropeReverse charges to:

+44 20 7937 8091

Blockades are a very common form of protest. We advise you not to attempt tocross these blockades. 13

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USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION

POLICE PATROLS | Tel 110

CITIZEN HELP PATROL| Tel 120

SPECIAL FORCES THAT FIGHT AGAINST CRIME (FELCC) |Tel +591 (2)2284933 (Central La Paz) | Tel +591 (2) 2784040 (South Zone La Paz)

TOURIST POLICE |Stadium Square (North Curve), MirafloresTel +591 (2) 2225016

TRANSIT OPERATIONAL ORGANISATION (Accidents) | Tel +591 (2) 2371239

AMBULANCES | Tel 118

BRITISH EMBASSIES IN THE REGION:

• La Paz British Embasy | Av. Arce 2732 | Tel +591 (2) 2433424• Lima British Embassy | Av. Larco 1301, 22nd floor | Tel +511 617 3054• Santiago British Embassy | Av. El Bosque Norte 0125, Las Condes

Tel + 56 (2) 370 4100• Buenos Aires British Embassy | Dr. Luis Agote 2412

Tel + 54 (11) 4808-2200• Montevideo British Embassy | Marco Bruto 1073 | Tel + 598 (2) 6223630• Rio de Janeiro British Consulate General | Praia do Flamengo 284/2 andar

22210-030 | Tel +55 (21) 2555 9600• Sao Paulo British Consulate General | Rua Ferreira de Araujo, 741 - 2

Andar Pinheiros 05428-002| Tel +55 (11) 3094 2700• Brasilia British Embassy | Setor de Embaixadas Sul, Cuadra 801 Lote 8

CEP 70408-900 | Tel +55 (61) 3329 2300• Quito British Embassy | Av. Naciones Unidas, Ed. Citiplaza, 12th floor

Tel + 593 (2) 2970 800 / 801• Bogota British Embassy | Cra 9 #76-49 | Tel + 57 (1) 326 8300

Remember to carry our emergency card with you and fill in details of your“In Case of Emergency” contact.14

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List provided by the Transit Operational Organisation in 2010.This list is provided for your convenience but the Consular Section is not accountable forthe accuracy, competence or probity of the radio taxi companies listed.Please note that as from mid 2010 all radio taxi companies were required to register withthe Mayor’s Office. The Mayor’s Office of La Paz holds an updated list.

Always phone for a taxi service 15

CRISTO REY2412412CUPIDO2210900DROOPY2242242DUKES2421222ECO2232525EL REY2414414EMPERADOR2223223EUROSUR2721010-2722121EXCEL2226363EXPRESO DEL SUR2771818EXTREMO2814444GAUCHITO2721616GEMELOS2233333GOLD2411414IDEAL2731515IMPERIAL2230790

PROGRESO2786565R. APOLO2222121RCR DE CELIS2788080REMISSE SUR2792424SAN LUIS2484141SAN MIGUEL2795959SAN JORGE2722020SAPITO2751616SERVISUR2799999SUREÑO2799797TAXIFONO2227676TERMINAL2227676TRAMIX2782020TRICOLOR2381381VIP2721212WARA2733030

ACHUMANI2771717ALFA2412525 – 2421515AMERICA2222233AMISTAD DEL SUR2751717AMOR DE DIOS2782525ALIANZA2772121BRONCO2480606CAMILA2233332CANDELARIA2782323CAR MOVIL SUR2771717CHUQUIAGO2215215CITY LA PAZ2221212CIUDAD SUR2797171COLUMBIA2413333CONSTELACION2216999COPACABANA2412222

JARDINES DEL SUR2711616-2712121JUMBO SUR2794444KORY DEL SUR2798080LA N. BOLIVIANA2386070LAS VEGAS2484858LOS OLIVOS2733131-2732222MAGNATE2225225MAGNIFICO2411411MIRAFLORES2222256MOVIL DEL SUR27922222MUNDIAL2212110OMEGA2415415PARIS2411111PREDILECTA2453333PIERROT2731010PULPOS2711818

AUTHORISED RADIO TAXIS IN LA PAZ

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ARGENTINACalle Aspiazu #497, Sopocachi2417737AUSTRALIA (Honorary Consul)Av. Arce, Ed. Montevideo,Mezannine Of. 2Mob 70610626AUSTRIACalle Montevideo #130, entre Arcey Cap. Ravelo2442075BELGIUMAchumani Calle 9 #62771430BRAZILAv. Arce esq. Rosendo Gutierrez,Ed. Multicentro Torre B2166400CANADACalle Victor Sanjinez 2678 EdificioBarcelona Piso 2. Plaza Espana2415021CHILECalacoto, Calle 14# 80242797331CZECH REPUBLICCalle Covendo #1, Villa Fatima2210112DENMARKAv. Arce #2799, Esq. Cordero,Edificio Fortaleza Piso 92432070FRANCEAv. Hernando Siles, Esq. HectorOrmachea #53902149900GERMANYAv. Arce #23952001500

EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES (LA PAZ)

ISRAELCalle 15 Calacoto, Torre Ketal Piso 2 Of. 2062124417ITALYCalle Jordan (calle 5) #458. Entre Av.Hernando Siles y 14 de Septiembre. Obrajes2788506JAPANCalle Rosendo Gutierrez #497, Esq. Sanchez Lima2419110NORWAYCalle Rene Moreno 1096, Bloque L-1 Piso 2, Of. 4 San Miguel2770009NETHERLANDSAv. 6 de Agosto #2455, Ed. Hilda, Piso 72444040PERUAv. 6 de Agosto #2455, Ed. Hilda Of 4022440631RUSSIAAv. Arequipa #8126, Calacoto2786419SPAINAv. 6 de Agosto #28272433518SWITZERLANDCalle 13 #455, Esq. 14 de Septiembre, Obrajes2751225SWEDENPasaje Villegas 1227, casi Esq. Campos. Ed. Artemis Anexo2146723UNITED KINGDOMAv. Arce 2792 (Casi esq. Campos)2433424UNITED STATESAv. Arce 2780, Esq. Cordero2168000

Don’t panic! Call your consulate if you need assistance.16

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This leaflet has been developed by the British Embassy and aimsto highlight some of the main ways you can help yourself to staysafe, enjoy Bolivia and what help we can provide if you get intodifficulty.

Although the British Embassy in La Paz has taken all reasonablecare in preparing this booklet, we make no warranty about theaccuracy or completeness of its content and, to the maximumextent permitted, disclaim liability arising from its use.

For travel advice visit www.fco.gov.uk/travel

Photos (numbered in order of appearance) provided by:Gabriele Kowal Manderla (4,7,10,12,16,21,22,23,29,31,33,35).Chris.Hobbes.Studio (3,6,30). Fernando Mendez (1,15,32).Debbie Paynter (8,17,18,36). Carla Mendez (11,24,25,26).Maria Elena Humerez (13,20). Cara Strauss (14,27).Allan Heldbjerg (2). Kalinka Daroca (9). Carola Contreras (28).Robin Edwards (19). Grupo Design (34).UNAUTHORISED USE OF CONTENT PROHIBITED.

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