Colombia
Passports
Passport valid for
at least six months required by all.Visas
Required by all except the following for up to 180 days:
a) 1. nationals listed in the table above (except for nationals of the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Republic of Ireland, Latvia, Poland and Slovenia);
b) nationals of Andorra, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Dominica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Iceland, Indonesia, Israel, Jamaica, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, The Philippines, Romania, San Marino, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Singapore, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, Uruguay and Venezuela.Types of visa and cost
Tourist: US$43 (depends on nationality). Temporary visitor: US$103 Business: US$163 Student: US$43 Fees have to be paid in the form of bank deposit. For other types and costs contact the Consulate or Consular section at Embassy.Validity
Tourist and Temporary Visitor: Valid six months (multiple entry). Business: Valid four years for multiple entries with maximum stays of six months each. Student: Valid five years with multiple entry.Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) Valid passport with at least one blank page to affix the visa (two pages for business visas). (b) Three recent passport-size photos. (c) Two copies of application form. (d) Onward or return tickets. (e) Most recent bank statement as proof of sufficient funds to cover stay. (f) Fee, payable by bank deposit only. (g) Must call in person for interview. Tourist: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter of Invitation from a Colombian national or resident, or proof of hotel accommodation. Temporary Visitor: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter of invitation from a sponsoring organization or a Colombian national or resident. Business: (a)-(g) and, (h) Letter form company stating applicant's position, purpose and duration of visit, and taking responsibility for travel expenses, if self-employed, letter must also include purpose of trip, bank references and names of commercial contacts in Colombia. (i) Company's UK registration certificate.
Note: Photocopies of all the above documentation are required All documents will need to be translated into Spanish, and some of them will need to be legalized by the Consulate. Nationals will be required to undergo an interview prior to being issued with a visa. Contact the nearest Colombian Consulate or Consular section at Embassy for further detailsWorking days required
Depends on the visa issued. Five for Tourist and Business visas; one week for Temporary Visitors Visas. It is generally advised to allow plenty of time for applications.Temporary residence
Enquire at Consulate or Counsular section of Embassy for further details; see Passport/Visa Information.
Entry into Colombia for anyone who is HIV positive is prohibited unless they have obtained a waiver from the Colombian Embassy
Either collected upon ticket issuance or levied upon embarkation. Transit passengers continuing their journey on the same day are exempt. The price will be £28 or possibly more - payable by cash only
Embassy of the Republic of Colombia in the UK
Flat 3A, Three Hans Crescent, London SW1X 0LN, UK
Tel: (020) 7589 9177
Consular Section: Tel: (020) 7495 4233
Website: www.colombianembassy.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1800.Colombian Consulate of the UK
West Cott House, 3rd Floor, 35 Portland Place, London W1B 1AE, UK
Tel: (020) 7637 9893.
Website: www.colombianconsulate.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1330 (personal callers); 1500-1700 (telephone enquiries). Embassy of the Republic of Colombia in the USA
2118 Leroy Place, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 387 8338.
Website: www.colombiaemb.orgColombian Consulate in the USA
10E 46th Street, New York, NY 10017-2499, USA.
Tel. (212) 370 0004.Travel Advice
Travelers are strongly advised against all travel to Putumayo, Meta, Arauca, Narino, Caqueta and Norte de Santander departments, and to rural areas of Sucre, Bolivar, Choco, Antioquia, Valle de Cauca and Cauca departments. There is a high risk to personal safety in these areas.
The threat from terrorism, especially Colombian domestic groups, is high. Travelers should be extremely vigilant, particularly in public places used by foreigners, such as hotels, bars, restaurants, nightclubs and shopping malls or avoid them all together. The Colombian authorities have increased security around government buildings and public transport.
There is a serious risk of kidnapping and crime.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
