Car Hire in Bolivia

If you hire a car in Bolivia, be aware that you are required to drive on the right at all times.

As of 2019, Bolivia ranked 109 out of 137 countries for road quality. Bolivia received a road quality score of 3.1, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.

-0.99% is the maximum Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have to legally drive a car in Bolivia. Both residents and visitors of Bolivia can face legal penalties for having a BAC higher than this amount. Be aware that 18 is the legal drinking age in Bolivia, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

The average price of petrol in Bolivia is €0.48 per litre as of last week. In contrast, Kuwait currently has the lowest average petrol prices at €0.30 per litre. You should also consider visiting Hong Kong, though here you will find the most expensive average petrol prices at €2.92 per litre.

Prices for cars in Bolivia are updated daily.

There are 80 operators available for cars in Bolivia as of April 2025.

Among different countries, including Bolivia, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Bolivia. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.