With Global Forever Stamps, letters can be sent from the USA to Bolivia at a cost of $1.20 each. The regular, domestic forever stamp can also be used as long as it adds up to $1.20. For items weighing more than one ounce, extra postage is required. Postage rates for letters to Bolivia, which is part of “group 6” in the United States Postal Service price list, are shown below.
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How many stamps do I need for a letter to Bolivia?
Depending on the weight, you will need a number of stamps. To calculate the number of stamps you will need, weigh your envelope and round up to the nearest ounce.
| Weight | Postage Required | Stamps Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 ounce | $2.40 | 2 Global Forever Stamps ($2.40) or 5 First Class Forever Stamps ($2.75) |
| 2.0 ounces | $3.39 | 3 Global Forever Stamp ($3.60) or 7 First Class Forever Stamps ($3.85) |
| 3.0 ounces | $4.37 | 4 Global Forever Stamp ($4.80) or 8 First Class Forever Stamps ($4.40) |
| 4.0 ounces | $5.36 | 5 Global Forever Stamp ($6.00) or 10 First Class Forever Stamps ($5.50) |
| 5.0 ounces | $6.34 | 6 Global Forever Stamp ($7.20) or 12 First Class Forever Stamps ($6.60) |
| 6.0 ounces | $7.32 | 7 Global Forever Stamp ($8.40) or 14 First Class Forever Stamps ($7.70) |
| 7.0 ounces | $8.31 | 7 Global Forever Stamp ($8.40) or 16 First Class Forever Stamps ($8.80) |
| 8.0 ounces | $9.29 | 8 Global Forever Stamp ($9.60) or 17 First Class Forever Stamps ($9.35) |
| 9.0 ounces | $11.26 | 10 Global Forever Stamp ($12.00) or 20 First Class Forever Stamps ($11.55) |
| 10.0 ounces | $11.26 | 10 Global Forever Stamp ($12.00) or 20 First Class Forever Stamps ($11.55) |
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How Many Stamps For A Postcard?
You will have to purchase a Global Forever Stamp for $1.20 if you’d like to send a postcard to Bolivia.
- It must be rectangular and not square or round.
- At least 3-1/2″ high, 5″ long, and 0.007″ thick
- The item must not exceed 4-1/4 inches in height, 6 inches in length, and 0.016 inches thick.
Envelope Requirements for Bolivia
Your envelope must be a minimum 5” x 3.5”, maximum 11.5” x 6+⅛”, and no thicker than 1/4″.
If your envelope is rectangular, not curved, and not uniform in thickness, it’s not “machinable” and you’ll have to pay $0.15 more for postage. See the full list.
The minimum size for square envelopes is 5″. Square envelopes are non-machinable, so add $0.21 to your order.
How To Weigh Your Envelope
Your envelope’s weight should be measured on a kitchen scale. It’s easy to purchase an entry level scale from Amazon for $10.99. There’s also a higher end scale from My Weigh on Amazon Prime for $38. A Milleroo scale costs $8.25 at Walmart, among other cheap kitchen scales.
You can find out the number of stamps you need for 4×6 photos in our guide – no scale needed!
Where To Buy Stamps for Bolivia
Online at USPS.com you can purchase stamps for just about $1 – shipping is less than $1 for stamp sheets. Many local banks, as well as Walmart and Amazon, carry stamps. At $16.18 for 20 stamps, Amazon is not a great deal, since you can get them for $5.18 less at the USPS.
Accuracy Notes
Postage rates are reviewed weekly.
The latest increase was announced in October 2020, and it came into effect on January 24, 2021. In addition, the price for an additional ounce increased to $0.20. There will be a 1 cent increase for meter mail and postcards. Letters and flats weighing one ounce did not change.
A previous rate change took place in January 2020. Domestic letters under 3.5 ounces are still charged the same rates. All global first-class mail rates went up for flats and international first-class mail. The global forever stamp went up from $1.15 to $1.20. Your old, round global stamps are worth $1.20 now as well. Additionally, flat rates for domestic flats rose by $0.05 per additional ounce as well as changing for international flats. First-class international mail gained an additional ounce with the $1.15 to $1.20 increase in the base rate.
Where To Apply Stamps On A Letter
A letter’s stamps should be positioned to the upper right of the page, ideally, in one row. However, a letter with multiple rows and lines of stamps will still be accepted by the post office.
Delivery Times For Letters To Bolivia
For Bolivia letters, the delivery time ranges from 7-21 days, as compared to domestic letters which are delivered in 1-3 days.
FAQs
How much does it cost to send a letter to Bolivia?
The easiest way to send letters from the USA to Bolivia is with Global Forever Stamps for $1.40 each. You can also use regular, domestic forever stamps as long as they add up to $1.40. Extra postage is required over 1 ounce.
Can I send mail to Bolivia?
Yes, USPS delivers to Bolivia. They offer several methods including Postal Service Fully Tracked, USPS Priority, and USPS Express. With Planet Express, you will get discounted rates on these methods so you can save a lot of money.
Can I send money from India to Bolivia?
Sending money to Bolivia is simple and fast for us. Plus, you can get regular updates and track your money every step of the way. WorldRemit is an authorized and regulated money transfer service. Our security checks protect your money and personal information at all times.
Can I send a package to Bolivia?
USPS, FedEx, and UPS are all available for shipping to Bolivia. The cost of shipping to Bolivia depends on the following factors: Package dimensions. Weight.
