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Requirements
All visitors to Colombia need the following documents:
- Valid Passport
- Identity card
- Return ticket
Visas
Nationals of the following countries need tourist visa: Cuba, India, Irán, Iraq, Nicaragua, China, Taiwán, Haití, Afghanistán, Jordan, Libya, Pakistán, Syria, Sudán, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Yemen. They have to apply for tourist visa from their country of origin.
The rest of the countries don't need tourist visa, however, it is necessary to fill migratory card that is issued by migration authority at the entry port; and can stay only for 90 days.
Permissions of entering and provisional residence
The entering and provisional residence is granted by the D.A.S. (Administrative Department of Security). This permission can only be issued for 180 days term.
The permission can be availed by the following people:
- Visitors with journalistic purposes (journalist, reporter, cameraman, photographer)
- Foreigners who develop academic activities
- Foreigners who develop commercial and business activities.
- Foreigners who want medical treatment.
- Visitors taking part in sporting, scientific or cultural (non-remunerated) events.
Note: Visitors providing urgent technical services can obtain permissions for 45 days. (You should present a letter from your firm, confirming your employment status to D.A.S.) If you need to rest more days, you should get a work visa.
Residence for 24 Hours
Visitors neither require temporary visa nor permission, if they are for 24 hours.
Residence more than six months (temporary residence)
For more than six months residence, you should process an immigration card. You should be older than 18 and go to immigration office of D.A.S. (Administrative Department of Security) 30 days after entering the country.
Note: Under aged children must possess immigration card.
Types of visas
- Tourist visa
- Student visa: it is for people who will go to a school, university and other long term training.
- Work visa: you apply in your country consulate.
* If you need to stay for a longer duration, it is necessary to consult a consular agent.
Recommendations
* Before your trip, it is advisable to consult a consular agent about Colombian laws in each case.
Documents to carry:
- Identity card
- Student card
- International Driver License
- Photos passport - size
- Certificate of vaccination
