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Visitors to Colombia must obtain a visa from one of the Colombian diplomatic missions or online unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries.
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Visitors to Colombia must obtain a visa from one of the Colombian diplomatic missions or online unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries.
Holders of valid passports (unless otherwise stated) of the following jurisdictions do not require visa to enter Colombia for up to 90 days: [1] [2] [3]
ID - May alternatively also enter with an ID card if arriving from a Mercosur member state.
1 - Canadian citizens must pay an entry fee of 256,000 Colombian Pesos (equivalent to CAD$85) upon arrival. Passengers older than 79 years or younger than 14 years are exempt. [6]
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Dates of entry into force of visa-free agreements or unilateral visa waiver concessions [7]
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Citizens of Nicaragua who are residents of North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region and South Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region may enter Colombia without a visa. [25]
Holders of permanent resident card issued by member nations of the Pacific Alliance (Chile, Mexico and Peru); of any nationality, are granted visa-free access for tourism up to 180 days. [29]
Holders of passports issued by the following countries or territories are granted visa-free access for a maximum of 90 days (unless otherwise noted) if they hold visas or residence permits issued by the United States or a Schengen Area country: [27] [30]
The visa exemption also applies to Green Card holders, but does not apply to holders of C1 visas issued by the U.S. Holders of U.S. or Schengen visas must ensure their visa is valid for at least 180 days from their arrival date. [27]
Visitors who require a visa for Colombia may apply online. [31]
Most visitors arriving to Colombia were from the following countries of nationality: [32]
| Country | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Venezuela | 767,347 | 352,392 | 344,543 | 272,807 |
 United States | 529,013 | 498,960 | 428,927 | 376,566 |
 Brazil | 209,138 | 181,852 | 136,917 | 124,718 |
 Argentina | 185,891 | 135,151 | 123,621 | 118,368 |
 Mexico | 171,841 | 158,975 | 144,618 | 110,172 |
 Ecuador | 168,998 | 167,121 | 149,593 | 126,743 |
 Peru | 140,905 | 140,055 | 132,514 | 122,342 |
 Chile | 138,647 | 127,271 | 109,994 | 102,696 |
 Spain | 112,637 | 104,623 | 100,087 | 95,325 |
 Panama | 110,629 | 103,014 | 66,580 | 46,171 |
| Total | 3,233,162 | 2,593,057 | 2,288,342 | 1,967,814 |
The visa policy of the Schengen Area is a component within the wider area of freedom, security and justice policy of the European Union. It applies to the Schengen Area and to other EU member states except Ireland. The visa policy allows nationals of certain countries to enter the Schengen Area via air, land or sea without a visa for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Nationals of certain other countries are required to have a visa to enter and, in some cases, transit through the Schengen area.
A Mexican visa is a document issued by the National Institute of Migration, dependent on the Secretariat of the Interior, with the stated goal of regulating and facilitating migratory flows into the country.
Visitors to Mongolia must obtain a visa from one of the Mongolian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries, or citizens who may obtain a visa on arrival, or citizens eligible for an e-Visa.
The visa policy of Albania allows citizens of certain countries to enter Albania without a visa. Citizens of certain other countries must obtain a visa from one of the Albanian diplomatic missions. Alternatively, they may obtain an electronic visa.
The visa policy of Turkey deals with the requirements that a foreign national wishing to enter Turkey must meet to be permitted to travel to, enter and remain in the country.
Visitors to Peru must obtain a visa from one of the Peruvian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
Visitors to the Dominican Republic must obtain a visa from one of the Dominican Republic diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
Visitors to Pakistan typically must obtain a visa online or in certain cases from one of the Pakistani diplomatic missions.
Visitors to Argentina must obtain a visa from one of the Argentine diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
Visitors to Uruguay must obtain a visa from one of the Uruguayan diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries.
Visitors to Belize require a visa unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.
All visitors are required to have sufficient funds, 75 USD per day and documents required for their next destination.
Visitors to East Timor must obtain a visa, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries.
Visitors to Oman must obtain a visa prior to travel unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries.
Visitors to Panama require a visa unless they are eligible for Third-Country visa exemptions for stays up to 30 days by either possessing a valid visitor or resident visa for any of the following nations: UK, USA, Canada, the EU, Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea; or if they are citizens of one of the eligible countries who do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days; up to 180 days for visitors who are citizens of the United States or Canada. All visitors must hold a passport valid for at least 3 months before expiry date.
Visitors to Laos must obtain a visa from one of the Laotian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries or citizens eligible for a visa on arrival or an e-Visa. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 6 months.
Visitors to Cuba must obtain a visa before travel or a tourist card from one of the Cuban diplomatic missions, travel agencies or authorized airlines unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries. Electronic visa is also available.
Visitors to El Salvador must obtain a visa from one of the Salvadoran diplomatic missions, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 6 months.
Visitors to Honduras must obtain a visa from one of the Honduran diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 3 months.
Visitors to Nicaragua must obtain a visa from one of the Nicaraguan diplomatic missions, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries that can obtain a visa on arrival. All visitors must hold a passport valid for 6 months.
Visitors to Egypt must obtain a visa from one of the Egyptian diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries that are eligible for visa on arrival.
