Leaving Bolivia with expired Temporary Import papers?
When I entered Bolivia from Argentina I was asked for 'Seguros' - I didn't have any as all of my research suggested I only needed it in Argentina. They weren't going to let me in but after much haggling they agreed to give me 70 days for my bike (90 day visa for me). I had intended to go to the Peruvian border today to ask for an extension but I've just limped into La Paz with what I think is a blown cylinder head gasket (though I sincerely hope not!).
Anyway, I have 3 days left on my temporary import paper and no chance of repairing my bike in that time. Has anyone left Bolivia with expired TI papers? Should I chance it or should I take a bus to the border and explain my predicament in the hope of being granted the extra 20 days to match my visa?
In Argentina customs usually took my TI papers off me, threw them on the desk and waved goodbye but in Chile I seem to recall them punching the info into the computer.
I'd appreciate anyone's experiences.
Cheers
Adam
Short Way Round
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