Colombia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
103
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
103
Visa required in advance
95

Colombia's visa policy is very open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Colombia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Colombia Visa-Free (103)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Colombia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Colombia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Visitor Visa Type V - Tourism (study USD 56 + issuance USD 52)

    up to 2 years, stays up to 180 days per yearofficial sourcecancilleria.gov.co ↗

    USD 108

  • Visitor Visa Type V - general categories (business meetings, events, medical, etc.)

    up to 2 years depending on categoryofficial sourcecancilleria.gov.co ↗

    USD 194

  • Visitor Visa Type V - business

    up to 2 years, multiple entryofficial sourcecancilleria.gov.co ↗

    USD 194

  • Visitor Visa Type V - airport transit

    single transitofficial sourcecancilleria.gov.co ↗

    USD 108

  • Visitor Visa Type V - academic program (student)

    duration of academic programofficial sourcecancilleria.gov.co ↗

    USD 37

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Transit

Colombia Transit Visa

Colombia publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Visitor Visa - Airport Transit (V-Transit)

Visa for passengers transiting through Colombian international airports without entering Colombian territory.

up to 1 day~$66apply online

Part of V (Visitor) category under Resolución 5477 de 2022. Most passengers may transit without a visa for up to 24 hours. Certain nationalities require a transit visa. Must not leave the international zone of the airport.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Colombia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Colombia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Colombia visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Colombia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Colombia without a visa?

103 countries can visit Colombia without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Colombia.

How do I apply for a Colombia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Colombia, you typically need to apply at a Colombia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Colombia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Colombia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Colombia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Colombia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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