Do British citizens need a visa for Colombia?
The official link goes to cancilleria.gov.co. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Colombia entry rules for British citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None |
| Stay | 90 days; extensions via Migracion Colombia, max 180 days in any 12 months |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a British passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Colombia entry requirements.
The details for a British passport.
Visa-free per current FCDO advice; must show a return/onward ticket within the 90-day period. A UK visa requirement mooted in late 2024 is not in force.
How long it must be valid.
Valid on arrival and for the whole stay; Colombian authorities recommend 6 months beyond departure.
Recent changes in Colombia.
- 2025-06-05 — 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.
- 2026-01-01 — New Migracion Colombia tariffs for 2026 (incl. extension fees and Canadian entry fee).
The short answers.
Do British citizens need a visa for Colombia?
No. British citizens don’t need a visa for Colombia for stays of 90 days; extensions via Migracion Colombia, max 180 days in any 12 months.
How long can British citizens stay in Colombia?
90 days; extensions via Migracion Colombia, max 180 days in any 12 months. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do British citizens apply?
On the official site, cancilleria.gov.co. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Colombia visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.