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Over the last 5 years, Colombia has experienced a huge tourism boom and had a record 4.5 million visitors in 2019. Once known for its drug trade and crime, the country has become much safer and is now rated as one of the top backpacking destinations in the world.
Colombia’s tourism was devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic but has since reopened and is now accepting visitors from all over the world.
Here are all the latest COVID-19 entry requirements for Colombia and everything travelers need to know before booking their trip.
Countries Permitted To Visit Colombia
As of September 21st, 2020 travelers from all countries are permitted to visit Colombia under regular visa requirements.
Online Travel Authorization To Visit Colombia
All passengers need to fill out the online migration form called “Check-Mig” between 24 hours and 1 hour before the flight. This form will help pre-screen arrivals and speed up time at customs.
COVID-19 Testing Entry Requirements
All travelers arriving Colombia are required to bring proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR swab test, taken no longer than 96 hours prior to departure.
Quarantine Entry Requirements
There are no mandatory quarantines for travelers who present their negative COVID-19 test and are not showing symptoms of the virus.
All arrivals will undergo a health screening, which will include temperature scans.
COVID-19 Travel Insurance Entry Requirements
All incoming travelers should have travel insurance the covers COVID-19 for the duration of their trip to Colombia.
COVID-19 Health Requirements While in Colombia
All visitors must follow COVID-19 health requirements while in Colombia including:
- Wearing a mask is mandatory in all public spaces
- Follow social distancing markers and instructions
COVID-19 Vaccine Entry Requirements
A vaccine for COVID-19 is not yet available to the public. Colombia has not announced any mandates on a proof of vaccine record (POVR) for entry.
Visa Entry Requirements For Colombia During COVID-19
All travelers arriving in Colombia will need to follow regular visa requirements.
Canada, USA, UK, Australia, and all of the EU can visit Colombia without a visa.
Credit: Gorden Cheng via Wikipedia Creative Commons
Colombia Covid-19 Entry Requirements:
- Complete online “Check-Mig” form 1-24 hours prior to your flight
- Check if you need a visa for entry to Colombia
- Get proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test 96 hours prior to departure
- Follow all health protocols while in Colombia
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Disclaimer: Colombia’s reopening news is ever-changing and being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date with all the latest information, but the decision to travel is ultimately your responsibility. Contact your consulate and/or local authorities to confirm your nationality’s entry and/or any changes to travel requirements before traveling.
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Originally published October 21, 2020 with updates
Jakob
Tuesday 5th of January 2021
Can vi visit as tourist from Denmark - there official webside is a bit confusing. We are planning to go there in march
P
Wednesday 3rd of February 2021
Jakob, try to stay in Cartagena. The mayors of the other cities do lockdowns during weekends still. It is super boring staying at the hotel during weekends. Cartagena had no lockdowns like that during Christmas and New Years.
Kashlee Kucheran
Tuesday 5th of January 2021
This very article answers your question. copy/paste: Countries Permitted To Visit Colombia As of September 21st, 2020 travelers from all countries are permitted to visit Colombia under regular visa requirements.
Traveler
Tuesday 5th of January 2021
They extended the PCR swabs to January 12. I'm in Panama right now. VERY BLESSED. If anybody has questions I'll try my best to answer them. (link)
Diana
Tuesday 5th of January 2021
Can you provide the source for the information regarding mandatory covid test? As of 1/5/21 we have not seen Immigration Colombia issuing any mandatory requirements. I'm curious to see where we can find more information about that.
Kashlee Kucheran
Tuesday 5th of January 2021
We covered the story yesterday here: (Click HERE to read) and you can also find info on the MinSaludCol government's Twitter account
Yosef rittenhouse
Saturday 2nd of January 2021
It says nothing about land borders Cucuta for example is the border open? When will it be open? They keep saying this month next month now the 21 of January? It’s like you can never believe anything Colombia says its always lie after lie
Sara Gravatt-Wimsatt
Friday 1st of January 2021
Hi all! We're supposed to be leaving for Colombia on 1/7/21 (we're not thrilled about traveling during COVID, but our trip from last March was rescheduled to now and it's a big pain to reschedule everything), and we're getting really anxious that Colombia might close borders or go into quarantine again due to the case spike :/. Anyone there currently who can let us know what things are like? Also, is CoronaApp mandatory (do we have to show proof of it upon arriving in Bogota)? Because it looks like our tablet is not compatible for use with it. Also, do folks think PCR tests are going to be reinstated within the next week? We're preparing to get one on Mon. if so. Please let me know what y'all think, thank you!