US threatens to withdraw visas from anyone who participates in "violent acts" in Bolivia

The US embassy in Bolivia announced, this Wednesday (10), that any participation in "violent acts" in the country could result in the revocation or denial of an American visa.

"Don't risk your visa", added the embassy in the post.

Participating in violent acts could result in the revocation or denial of a visa from the United States. pic.twitter.com/c8c4veKzcx

- Embassy of the United States in Bolivia (@EmbEUAenBolivia) June 10, 2026

The statement comes amid a long period of protests and roadblocks in Bolivia. The demonstrations began with strikes at the beginning of May and turned into a national movement involving workers' unions, miners, transport professionals and rural groups.

On Monday (8), President Rodrigo Paz enacted the law that regulates the declaration of a state of emergency in the country, a measure that gives the police a primary role, with limited support from the Armed Forces.

The bill, approved on Sunday (7) by the Chamber of Deputies, regulates the application of the state of emergency in cases of internal disturbances and other events.

After signing the decree, he stated at a press conference that the justification is to "defend the vast majority of those who want to attack us and interrupt this democratic process."

He added that dialogue is fundamental and stated that he will fulfill his mandate until 2030.

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Source: CNN