TRAVEL ADVISORY - BOLIVIA

Bolivia - demonstrations


On March 20 and 21, 2007, protesters addressing various grievances have set up several blockades that disrupted travel on the main road between La Paz, Oruro and Cochabamba. La Paz was also cut off from Tambo Quemado. On March 22, road blockages are planned around Tarija (near the border with Argentina) and Sucre.

Canadians should monitor local news reports, expect long delays and avoid all confrontations with the protesting groups. They are highly discouraged from attempting to pass through roadblocks. Canadians requiring consular assistance should contact the Consulate of Canada in Bolivia or the Emergency Operations Center in Ottawa at 613-996-8885 (call collect).