Colombia Travel Requirements

Passport Requirements

All travelers entering Colombia must have a valid passport.

Your passport must:

• Be valid at the time of entry
• Be in good physical condition
• Contain at least one blank page for entry stamps

Most travelers are allowed to enter Colombia as tourists for up to 90 days.

The stay can usually be extended for an additional 90 days, allowing a total stay of 180 days per calendar year.

Every traveler, including children and infants, must have their own passport.

Mandatory Colombia Check-Mig Form

Colombia requires travelers to complete the Check-Mig form, an electronic pre-arrival registration managed by Colombian immigration authorities.

This form is mandatory for most travelers entering or leaving Colombia by air.

The Check-Mig system generates a registration confirmation that immigration officers may request upon arrival.

Key points:

• Required for entry into Colombia
• Required before departure from Colombia
• Must be completed online
• Should be filled out within 72 hours before travel

The process helps immigration authorities speed up airport processing.

Visa Requirements

Many travelers can enter Colombia without a visa for tourism purposes.

Visa-free entry typically applies to citizens of countries such as:

• United States
• Canada
• United Kingdom
• European Union countries
• Australia
• Most Latin American countries

Tourists are usually allowed to stay up to 90 days, with the possibility of extension.

Travelers from countries that require visas must obtain one before arriving in Colombia.

Return or Onward Ticket

Immigration authorities may ask travelers to show proof of return or onward travel.

Acceptable proof may include:

• Return airline ticket
• Flight to another destination
• Travel itinerary showing departure from Colombia

This requirement ensures that visitors do not overstay their permitted stay.

Customs Declaration

When entering Colombia, travelers must declare certain items to customs authorities.

You must declare:

• Cash exceeding $10,000 USD (or equivalent)
• Animals or pets
• Agricultural products
• Food products
• Commercial goods

Failure to declare restricted items can result in fines or confiscation.

Health Requirements

Currently, no mandatory vaccinations are required for most travelers entering Colombia.

However:

• Yellow Fever vaccination may be recommended if traveling to certain regions such as the Amazon, national parks, or jungle areas.
• Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination may be requested if arriving from countries where the disease is endemic.

Travel insurance is not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended.

Arrival Process at the Airport

When you arrive in Colombia, the airport arrival process typically includes:

• Present your passport
• Immigration officers verify your entry information
• Answer basic questions about your trip
• Collect your luggage
• Pass through customs screening

Major international airports such as Bogota, Medellin, and Cartagena usually process travelers efficiently.

Departure Requirements

Before leaving Colombia, travelers may be required to complete the departure portion of the Check-Mig form.

You should complete this form within 72 hours before your departure flight.

At the airport, you will:

• Present your passport
• Check in with your airline
• Pass through immigration exit control

Travel Checklist

Before traveling to Colombia, make sure you have:

• Valid passport
• Completed Check-Mig registration
• Return or onward ticket
• Visa (if required)
• Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently Asked Questions