South AmericaShipping Heavy Equipment to Bolivia
Bolivia's mining sector, lithium resources, and gas industry drive equipment demand. As a landlocked country, cargo routes through Chilean, Peruvian, or Argentine ports.
Main Ports
- Via Port of Arica (Chile)
- Via Port of Ilo (Peru)
Shipping Methods
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
- Road Transport
Key Regulations
- Bolivian Customs (ANB)
- Free Transit Rights
- Mining Regulations
Common Cargo
- Mining Equipment
- Gas Industry Equipment
- Construction Machinery
Main Ports in Bolivia
Via Port of Arica (Chile)
Transit Route
Via Port of Ilo (Peru)
Transit Route
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Bolivia
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah, GA | Arica / Iquique (Chile), then Bolivia (overland) | Container + Inland | 30–45 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Bolivia
We ship to Bolivia (Via Port of Arica (Chile)) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 30-45 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Bolivia
Bolivia is landlocked; cargo routes via Arica or Iquique (Chile) or Ilo (Peru) and overland. It restricts used vehicles to under 5 years and applies an import tariff plus 13% VAT (IVA) and other levies. The Iquique free zone (ZOFRI) is a common staging point.
- Import Duty
- Import tariff by type (confirm by HS code)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- IVA 13%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Specific consumption tax (ICE) and customs charges
Source: Aduana Nacional de Bolivia · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Used vehicles must generally be under 5 years old; routing is via Chilean/Peruvian Pacific ports with an overland leg.
Source: Aduana Nacional de Bolivia · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Bolivian Customs (ANB)
National customs procedures with regional offices.
Free Transit Rights
Bolivia has free transit rights through Chilean ports under treaty.
Mining Regulations
Specific requirements may apply for mining equipment.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Bolivia
- Arica/Iquique (Chile) and Ilo (Peru) are the Pacific gateways; ZOFRI Iquique is a common staging hub.
- Plan the overland leg and Andean pass conditions.
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