Colombia entry requirements, by passport
What you need to get into Colombia depends on the passport in your hand. Find yours below: the visa or e-authorisation, how long you can stay, the official fee and the government page to apply on.
33 of 33 passports verified on official pages.
What each passport needs
| Passport | To get in | Stay | Document and fee | Apply | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Canada | Visa-free | 90 days | Official fee: Entry (reciprocity) fee payable on arrival - see notes | Official page | Verified |
| Mexico | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Brazil | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| United Kingdom | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Ireland | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Germany | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| France | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Italy | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Spain | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Netherlands | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Switzerland | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Russia | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Türkiye | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Israel | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online well before booking | Official page | Verified |
| United Arab Emirates | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Saudi Arabia | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| India | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| China (mainland) | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| Hong Kong SAR | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Taiwan | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| Japan | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| South Korea | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Singapore | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Malaysia | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| Thailand | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| Vietnam | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
| Philippines | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Indonesia | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Australia | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| New Zealand | Visa-free | 90 days | Nothing to apply for | Official page | Verified |
| Nigeria | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online well ahead | Official page | Verified |
| South Africa | e-Visa before you fly | As granted | Colombian Visa V (online application via Cancilleria)Official fee: Study fee + issuance fee per Cancilleria cost tableApply: Apply online at least a few weeks ahead | Official page | Verified |
Verified means NUM read it on a government page on 10–11 Oct 2026. Likely means a reputable source says it and one official page agreed. Not checked yet means NUM could not confirm it: use the official page. Fees are as published on that date and can change.
The rules everyone meets at the border
Passport
Valid on arrival and for the whole stay; Colombian authorities recommend 6 months beyond departure. Safe standard: 6 months beyond the day you leave.
Border systems for every visitor
None. Visa-required nationals apply online (Cancillería). CORRECTED: a US or Schengen visa replaces the Colombian visa only for nationals of Cambodia, China, India, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam (visa valid at least 180 days on entry, or US/Schengen residence; Resolution 5488 of 2022, art. 3 Literal C). Permanent residents of Pacific Alliance and Andean Community countries may be admitted without a visa (arts. 4-5).
Onward ticket
A return/onward ticket valid within the 90-day period may be required; entry can be refused without one.
Proof of funds
May be asked to show economic solvency 'as applicable'.
Travel insurance
Not required for visa-exempt visitors; all-risk health insurance is required for most visa applications.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from certain countries, and may be demanded for some national parks/high-risk areas; carry it.
Cash to declare at customs
Declare cash above USD 10,000 (or equivalent) to DIAN on entry/exit and prove its legal source.
Taxes, levies and fees
Departure tax usually included in the ticket. San Andres/Providencia visitors buy a tourist card at the boarding gate (unless under 24 h); Leticia has a tourist card too. Canadians pay an entry fee on arrival.
Medicines, vapes and banned items
Dual nationals must enter and leave on a Colombian passport (and cedula).
Travelling with children
Colombian (incl. dual national) children and foreign children with Colombian residence need notarised permission from any non-travelling parent to leave Colombia.
Work, study, working holiday and nomad visas
Every official route NUM found for Colombia. You apply directly with the government.
Work permits
Foreigners hired by a Colombian employer
Stay: Up to 3 years (M visas)
Employment contract; employer documents; any paid activity requires a visa regardless of nationality
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
Study
Students; nationals of visa-exempt countries need it only for courses over 180 days
Stay: Up to 2 years
Enrolment certificate, funds, health insurance; postgraduates may work 20 h/week
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
Working holiday
Ages 18-30 from countries with a working-holiday agreement with Colombia (list not confirmed this session)
Stay: Up to 1 year, open work permit, once only
Apply at a Colombian consulate in country of nationality; bank average over 5 SMLMV; criminal record; health insurance; departure ticket
Official fee: Per agreement
Digital nomad
Remote workers/freelancers or digital entrepreneurs with a passport from a visa-exempt country
Stay: Up to 2 years
Foreign employer letter/contract or company ownership; income of at least 3 monthly minimum wages (SMLMV) over the last 3 months; health insurance valid in Colombia; no payments from Colombian companies; dependants allowed
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
Retirement
People with passive income or pensions
Stay: Up to 2 years
Income of at least 10 SMLMV per the Cancilleria page; criminal record; health insurance; no work
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
Family
Spouses/partners of Colombians
Stay: Up to 3 years; counts toward Visa R after 5 years
Marriage certificate (issued within 3 months), spouse's letter and ID, power of attorney
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
Tourist
Visa-required nationals visiting for leisure
Stay: Visa valid up to 1 year; 90-day stays extendable to max 180 days per 365
Activity letter, 6 months of bank statements, all-risk health insurance valid in Colombia, round-trip flight reservation
Official fee: Per Cancilleria cost table
What changed, and what is coming
- 2026-01-01 · In force New Migracion Colombia tariffs for 2026 (incl. extension fees and Canadian entry fee). Source
- 2025-06-05 · In force Israel removed from Colombia's visa-exempt list: Resolution 8558 of 2025 rewrote Article 3 Literal A of Resolution 5488 without Israel (the 5 June 2025 date is from Wikipedia; the official compilation gives only the year). Cancillería's May 2026 list confirms Israelis need a visa. Source
Your checklist, with the dates it is due
NUM builds it for your passport and your travel dates: the authorisation and when to apply, the arrival card and the day it opens, what to carry at the border, your own country's exit rules, and a calendar file for every deadline.
Every document here is issued by a government, and the official link is the only place to get it. Most arrival cards and many authorisations are free. NUM is not a visa service and cannot apply for anything. Rules change without notice: the official page always has the final word.