United States
Colombia
Colombia visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
US citizens can visit Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at colombiaemb.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Colombian citizens travelling to the United States
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Travel advice for Colombia
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from the United States to Colombia, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Colombia at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 30 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Colombia (updated 30 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Colombia (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Colombia
US citizens may stay in Colombia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Colombia.
Colombia’s neighbours for US citizens
Ecuador, Peru and Panama admit US citizens visa-free. Venezuela requires US citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Colombian citizens travelling to the United States
Colombian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Colombia?
US citizens can visit Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Colombia?
US citizens can stay in Colombia for up to 90 days.
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for the United States?
Colombian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Can US citizens enter Colombia visa-free?
Yes, US citizens can enter Colombia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.