Consulate General of Bolivia, Houston, TX

The Consulate General of Bolivia in Houston, TX provides comprehensive diplomatic and consular services to the Bolivian community and supports bilateral relations between Bolivia and the United States. Operating under the authority of Bolivia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the consulate offers a full range of official functions including notary services, civil registration, travel document issuance, and certification of vital records. The Houston office handles Safe-conduct travel documents, Certificates and Travel Authorizations for Minors, and manages registration and certification procedures for Bolivian citizens in the region.

Beyond administrative services, the Consulate General actively promotes trade, economic, cultural, and scientific relations between Bolivia and the greater Houston area. The consulate serves as a vital resource for Bolivian nationals requiring legal assistance, including support for detained or jailed citizens and cooperation in locating missing persons. The office also facilitates repatriation services when necessary, ensuring that Bolivian citizens receive full protection of their rights under both Bolivian and United States law.

Formal operations in Houston were re-established in May 2014, marking a significant commitment to serving the Bolivian diaspora in Texas. The consulate operates with strict adherence to the laws of the receiving state while maintaining its primary mission of representing and protecting the interests of the Plurinational State of Bolivia and its citizens abroad. All Bolivian nationals have the right to access consular services and receive assistance without exclusion, making the Houston location an essential diplomatic outpost in the southwestern United States.