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Exact Current Time in Bolivia
The current time in Bolivia is simple to follow because the entire country uses a single official time zone.
Bolivia follows Bolivia Time (BOT) year-round without any Daylight Saving Time (DST) adjustments. This stable system applies to all major cities, including La Paz, Santa Cruz, and Cochabamba.
The country’s location in South America gives it a UTC offset of −4, which remains constant across all seasons.
You can also check the current time page for a global world clock, or use our time converter tool to compare Bolivia’s time with other countries.
👉 The standard time zone used for this page is:
IANA Time Zone:
America/La_PazUTC Offset: UTC −4
Bolivia Time Zone
Bolivia operates on a single, nationwide time zone:
| Time Zone | Name | UTC Offset | Example City |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOT | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 | La Paz |
This single time zone structure makes scheduling and communication simple throughout the country.
Daylight Saving Time in Bolivia
🇧🇴 DST: ❌ Not observed
Bolivia does not use Daylight Saving Time.
The time remains fixed at UTC −4 year-round.
This policy ensures predictable scheduling for domestic and international activities without seasonal time shifts.
Popular Cities in Bolivia & Their Time
| City | Time Zone | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| La Paz | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 |
| Santa Cruz | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 |
| Cochabamba | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 |
| Sucre | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 |
| El Alto | Bolivia Time | UTC −4 |
All major cities in Bolivia share the same time zone, keeping time uniform across the nation.
Quick Facts About Bolivia Time
🕓 Number of Time Zones: 1
🏙 Capital City: Sucre (constitutional), La Paz (seat of government)
🌐 IANA Time Zone ID:
America/La_Paz🕐 Default Time Zone: Bolivia Time (BOT)
🌞 DST Observed: No
🕓 UTC Offset: UTC −4
Bolivia’s straightforward time structure makes it easy to manage schedules across cities and simplifies international communication.
For more information, visit 👉 Time in Bolivia — Wikipedia
FAQs
How many time zones does Bolivia have?
Bolivia uses only one time zone nationwide — UTC −4.
Does Bolivia observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, Bolivia does not use DST. The time remains the same all year.
What is the official time zone of Bolivia?
The official time zone is Bolivia Time (BOT), UTC −4.
Which city represents Bolivia’s national time?
La Paz, the seat of government, represents the official national time zone.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Bolivia?
The IANA time zone ID is America/La_Paz.