So, I wanted to drive around in Bolivia, and I needed a driver’s license. Turns out, it’s a bit of a process. I started researching online, trying to figure out how to get one. Found some guides, but they weren’t super clear.
First, I learned I needed an International Driving Permit (IDP). Apparently, it’s like a translation of your regular license, letting you drive in other countries. Seemed easy enough.
Getting the IDP
- Searched for the official place to get an IDP. Turns out, there’s only one legit place to get it. Found a bunch of other sites offering them, but they’re not the real deal.
- Applied for the IDP online. Filled out some forms, uploaded a photo, paid a fee. It was pretty straightforward.
- Within minutes, I got a digital IDP. That was fast!
Getting a Bolivian License
- Learned that having an IDP isn’t enough. You need a Bolivian license to legally drive there.
- Found out I needed to go to the transit authority. Great, another government office.
- Gathered all the documents: IDP, passport, some medical certificate, and a bunch of other stuff I can’t even remember.
- Went to the transit authority, waited in line forever. Finally got to the counter, submitted all my documents.
- Had to fill out more forms. Of course.
- Paid some more fees. This whole thing is costing me a fortune.
After all that, I finally got my Bolivian driver’s license! It took forever, and I had to jump through so many hoops, but I did it. Now I can finally drive around Bolivia legally. What an adventure!

So yeah, that’s my story of getting a driver’s license in Bolivia. It wasn’t easy, but I learned a lot. If you’re planning on doing the same, be prepared for a bit of a headache. But hey, at least you’ll have a cool story to tell, right?