Bolivia Allows Public Sector Workers to Skip Work for Football Match

Bolivia Grants Work Tolerance for Football Match: Public Sector Employees Get Special Leave La Paz, Bolivia – In a move to support the national football team, the Bolivian Ministry of Labor has announced a special work tolerance for public sector employees attending the highly anticipated Bolivia vs. Chile match in El Alto on June 10th, 2025. The match, part of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, is expected to draw a large crowd. The Ministry's announcement, communicated via official communiqué DGTHSO-025/2025, grants tolerance from 14:30 onwards. "This is to allow people to attend the match between Bolivia and Chile," stated the communiqué. The tolerance applies only to public sector workers who present their match tickets as proof of attendance. Private sector employees must reach individual agreements with their employers. The decision was made in response to a request from the Bolivian Football Federation, highlighting the importance of public support for the national team. The measure underscores the government's commitment to balancing work and national pride. This special arrangement is expected to allow thousands of Bolivian football fans to attend the match without facing employment repercussions. The match is set to take place at the Estadio Municipal de El Alto, promising a vibrant and exciting atmosphere for both players and spectators.