Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Colombia Passport and Visa entry requirements

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Colombia Passport and Visa entry requirements
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Passports:

A valid passport is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above to enter Colombia. Your passport must be valid for at least 90 days after entering the country, but it is recommended that it is valid for at least six months. You should have at least two free pages in your passport.
Entry with children:

No restrictions on entry with children; however children of Colombian nationality must have the written consent of both parents to travel without them, even if travelling on another nation’s passport.
Visas:

Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except the following:

1. nationals of Bulgaria.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.


Passport and Visa entry requirements

Entry requirements for Americans: US nationals must have a passport but do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: British nationals must have a passport but do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians must hold a passport but do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for Australians: Australians must have a passport and do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans must have a passport, but do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a passport, but no visa is necessary for a touristic stay of up to 90 days.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish nationals must have a passport but do not require a visa for touristic stays of up to 90 days.

Passport/Visa Note: All tourists visiting Colombia must hold valid passports, tickets and documents for onward or return travel, and sufficient funds to cover their stay. Those who plan to visit coffee plantations must apply to 'Vegetable Sanitary Control' at the airport on arrival, or to a Columbian consulate or embassy in advance. Extensions on visas are possible.