26 September 2026
An official rate for half the market
Board Resolution No. 142/2026 of the Central Bank of Bolivia removes the ceiling on banks' dollar selling prices and changes the official-rate formula, which still measures only what banks pay
Practice area
International Trade & Customs
We advise importers, exporters, manufacturers, and investors on moving goods into and out of Bolivia. Our team addresses tariff classification, customs valuation, origin, permits, trade agreements, labelling, audits, investigations, sanctions, and disputes with the customs authorities.
Overview
Our firm has been actively involved in the ever-evolving landscape of international trade and foreign investment, guiding importers and exporters from the outset. With a highly skilled team, we specialize in international trade and customs law, offering comprehensive legal services to clients keen on capitalizing on the opportunities stemming from Bolivia's engagement in global commerce.
Our team has amassed considerable expertise in customs regulations and tariffs, as well as import and export matters. We routinely advise on the implications of emerging international regulations, tariff classification, valuation, origin, labeling, trade agreements, and preference programs.
Our customs law services have been particularly beneficial for clients venturing into export-driven projects in Bolivia, as well as those eager to harness the potential of the country's international trade connections. Members of our team actively participate in most foreign chambers of commerce in Bolivia, further enhancing our ability to navigate the complexities of international commerce.
The firm is well-equipped to support clients on a range of issues related to the customs authority, commercial disputes, anti-dumping measures, border measures, trade barriers, and tax reimbursements for exporters.
Services
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Customs regulations and tariffs advice
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Import and export matters
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International regulations guidance
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Tariff classification
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Valuation
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Origin determination
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Labeling compliance
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Trade agreements
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Preference programs
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Customs authority issues
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Commercial disputes
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Anti-dumping measures
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Border measures
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Trade barriers
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Tax reimbursements for exporters
Contact lawyers
Fernando Rojas
Owner. Joined the firm in 1971. Harvard LL.M. Fifty-four years advising foreign capital entering Bolivia.
Pablo René Rojas Moreno
Senior Partner. Heads the firm's Corporate and Commercial practice, advising on complex transactions and strategic investments, and oversees the firm's institutional relationships.
César González
Partner. Cross-border transactions, M&A, private equity, and the structuring of foreign direct investment. Qualified in New York.
Nicole Micaela Pérez Mamani
Junior Associate, Santa Cruz. Corporate and commercial law, administrative matters, foreign trade, and employment.
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