What is the best time to visit Colombia?

The best time to visit Colombia depends on your priorities. Many travellers visit year-round, though spring and autumn typically offer pleasant weather and smaller crowds at popular attractions like Carnaval Negros Blancos. Check weather patterns for Americas before booking.

What currency does Colombia use?

Colombia uses the Colombian peso ($). Exchange at banks or airports, and withdraw from ATMs with your debit card. Credit cards are accepted in most tourist areas.

What food should I try in Colombia?

Ajiaco is one of Colombia's most iconic dishes. Other must-try foods include Bandeja Paisa and Arepas. Eat where locals eat for the best experience.

How many countries can visit Colombia visa-free?

101 countries can enter Colombia without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Check the full list and your specific requirements above.

Is Colombia safe for tourists?

Colombia is generally safe for tourists with normal precautions. As in any country, stay aware of your surroundings, avoid displaying expensive items, and use registered transport. Check current government travel advisories before your trip.

Colombia Visa Requirements

Do you need a visa for Colombia? 101 passports enter visa-free, usually for up to 90 days. Find your passport below.

Colombia visa requirements

101

Visa-free

eVisa / eTA

Colombia is one of the most accessible countries in the world for international visitors. Passport holders from 101 countries can enter without a visa, typically for stays of up to 90 days. 97 more can apply online for an eVisa before travelling.

Countries that can visit Colombia visa-free

101 countries can enter without a visa, usually for up to 90 days.

Europe

Asia

United Arab Emirates90d

Americas

Africa

Oceania

Other

AD90d

Antigua and Barbuda90d

Azerbaijan90d

Bahamas90d

Barbados90d

Belarus90d

Belgium90d

Belize90d

Bhutan90d

Bolivia90d

Bosnia and Herzegovina90d

Brunei90d

Bulgaria90d

Costa Rica90d

Cyprus90d

DM90d

Dominican Republic90d

Ecuador90d

El Salvador90d

Estonia90d

Fiji90d

Grenada90d

Guatemala90d

Guyana90d

Honduras90d

Hong Kong90d

Jamaica90d

Kazakhstan90d

KN90d

Latvia90d

LI90d

Lithuania90d

Luxembourg90d

Malta90d

MC90d

MH90d

Micronesia90d

Montenegro90d

North Macedonia90d

Panama90d

Papua New Guinea90d

Paraguay90d

PW90d

Qatar90d

Russia90d

Saint Lucia90d

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines90d

Samoa90d

Serbia90d

Slovakia90d

Slovenia90d

SM90d

Solomon Islands90d

Suriname90d

Trinidad and Tobago90d

Ukraine90d

Uruguay90d

VA90d

Venezuela90d

eVisa and eTA for Colombia

97 countries can apply online before travelling. Processing typically takes 1–7 business days.

Asia

Africa

Other

Afghanistan

Algeria

Angola

Armenia

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Benin

Botswana

Burkina Faso

Burundi

Cameroon

Cape Verde

Central African Republic

Chad

Comoros

Cuba

Djibouti

DR Congo

Equatorial Guinea

Eritrea

Eswatini

Gabon

Gambia

Ghana

Guinea

Guinea-Bissau

Haiti

Iran

Iraq

Israel

Ivory Coast

Kenya

Kiribati

Kosovo

Kuwait

Kyrgyzstan

Laos

Lebanon

Lesotho

Liberia

Libya

Macau

Madagascar

Malawi

Maldives

Mali

Mauritania

Mauritius

Mongolia

Mozambique

Myanmar

Namibia

Nicaragua

Niger

Nigeria

North Korea

Pakistan

Palestine

Republic of the Congo

Rwanda

São Tomé and Príncipe

Senegal

Seychelles

Sierra Leone

Somalia

South Sudan

Sudan

Syria

Taiwan

Tajikistan

Timor-Leste

Togo

Tonga

Tunisia

Turkmenistan

Uganda

Vanuatu

Yemen

Zambia

Zimbabwe

Capital

Bogotá

Language

Spanish

Currency

Colombian peso ($)

Population

53.1M

Timezone

UTC-05:00

Visa-free access

101 countries

Travelling to Colombia

Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America. Colombia's mainland is bordered by.

Colombia is located in South America, Americas. The capital is Bogotá, and the official language is Spanish. The local currency is the Colombian peso ($). With a population of 53.1M, Colombia is one of the larger country in Americas.

Top places to visit in Colombia

Carnaval Negros Blancos

On January 5, everyone in Pasto paints everyone else's face black. On January 6, everyone goes white. The tradition has been continuous since the sixteenth century and UNESCO recognized it as intangib

Barichara

Barichara has been preserved since 1714 not by a museum program but by sandstone walls a meter thick and a regional economy that never grew large enough to justify demolishing them. The result is the

Castillo San Felipe

The British admiral who besieged this castle in 1741 had commemorative medals minted in London before the battle ended. He had 186 ships and 23,000 men. The one-eyed, one-armed, one-legged Spanish com

Penon De Guatape

A 200-meter granite monolith rises from a flooded Antioquia valley, and a staircase built into its natural crack leads to a summit view over hundreds of reservoir islands. The old town that the dam dr

Old Town Cartagena

Cartagena's colonial walls are up to 17 meters thick and took 210 years to complete. They were built because Drake, French pirates, and British admirals kept arriving to take the city's gold. The wall

Cabo San Juan

At the end of a jungle trek in Tayrona, two beaches meet a rocky cape where hammocks hang between palms above the Caribbean and the Sierra Nevada rises behind the forest. The approach is half the expe

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What to eat in Colombia

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Before you go to Colombia

Passport validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay. Colombia immigration may refuse entry otherwise.

Proof of onward travel

Carry a return or onward flight ticket. Airlines and border officers may ask to see it before allowing you to board or enter.

Currency: Colombian peso

The local currency is $. Exchange major currencies at the airport or city banks. ATMs are widely available in urban areas.

Language: Spanish

Spanish is the primary language. English is spoken in tourist areas and major cities.

Power & connectivity

Check Colombia's plug type and voltage before packing. Buy a local SIM card at the airport for affordable data.

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Colombia — your questions

It depends on your passport. 101 countries can enter Colombia visa-free. 97 can apply for an eVisa online. Everyone else needs an embassy visa. Use the WorldCurio visa checker for your specific passport.