Colombia Visa Guide 2024

Complete step-by-step guide to obtaining your Colombia tourist visa from India. Discover the magical realism of Colombia with our expert visa assistance.

10-15 Days Processing90 Days StayExpert Support
10-15 Days
Processing Time
$65
Visa Fee
90 Days
Maximum Stay
88%
Success Rate

Colombia Tourist Visa Overview

Colombia offers tourist visas for Indian citizens to explore its diverse landscapes, from Caribbean coasts to Andean mountains, vibrant cities, coffee plantations, and rich cultural heritage. The tourist visa allows stays up to 90 days and can be extended once inside Colombia.

🏛️ Must-Visit Places

  • • Cartagena - Colonial city
  • • Bogotá - Capital city
  • • Medellín - City of eternal spring
  • • Coffee Triangle - Coffee region

🌡️ Best Time to Visit

  • • Dec-Mar: Dry season, perfect weather
  • • Jun-Aug: Mid-year dry season
  • • Apr-May, Sep-Nov: Rainy seasons
  • • Year-round: Tropical climate

Required Documents for Colombia Tourist Visa

📋 Basic Requirements

  • Passport: Valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
  • Visa Application Form: Completed online and printed
  • Photographs: 2 recent passport-sized photos (4cm x 3cm)
  • Flight Itinerary: Round-trip booking confirmation
  • Hotel Reservations: Confirmed accommodation bookings
  • Yellow Fever Certificate: If coming from endemic areas

💰 Financial Documents

  • Bank Statements: Last 3 months showing sufficient funds
  • Income Proof: Salary certificate or business registration
  • Income Tax Returns: Last year's ITR copy
  • Employment Letter: From current employer with leave approval
  • Financial Support: Minimum $2000 for entire stay

📄 Additional Documents

  • Cover Letter: Purpose of visit and travel plan
  • Travel Itinerary: Detailed day-wise schedule
  • Travel Insurance: Valid for Colombia (recommended)
  • Previous Passports: If any, with visa stamps
  • Civil Status Documents: Marriage/birth certificates if applicable

🏥 Health Requirements:

  • • Yellow fever vaccination required if coming from endemic countries
  • • Travel insurance with medical coverage recommended
  • • No other mandatory vaccinations for tourists
  • • COVID-19 protocols may apply - check current requirements

Colombia Visa Application Process

1

Online Pre-Application

Complete the online pre-application on Colombia visa portal. Generate appointment letter.

2

Document Preparation

Gather all required documents as per checklist. Ensure all documents are properly translated if needed.

3

Schedule Appointment

Book appointment at Colombian consulate. Limited slots available, book well in advance.

4

Submit Application

Attend appointment, submit documents, pay fees, and provide biometrics if required.

5

Processing & Decision

Wait for processing. Consulate may request additional documents. Decision in 10-15 days.

6

Collect Passport

Receive passport with visa sticker. Verify all details match your application.

Colombia Visa Fees & Processing Time

Visa TypeValidityStayFee (USD)Fee (INR)
Tourist Visa90 Days90 Days$65₹5,400
Multiple Entry5 Years90 Days/visit$105₹8,700
Transit Visa15 Days15 Days$38₹3,150

Processing Information:

• Standard processing: 10-15 working days

• Rush processing: Not available

• Consulate fees are non-refundable

• Additional service charges may apply

Expert Tips for Colombia Visa Approval

✅ Success Tips

  • • Apply well in advance (4-6 weeks)
  • • Show strong financial stability
  • • Provide detailed travel itinerary
  • • Demonstrate ties to India
  • • Get travel insurance coverage
  • • Be honest in all documentation
  • • Consider yellow fever vaccination

❌ Common Rejections

  • • Insufficient financial proof
  • • Incomplete documentation
  • • Poor travel history
  • • Unclear purpose of visit
  • • Missing health certificates
  • • Inconsistent information
  • • Inadequate accommodation proof

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Colombia Travel Info

Currency

Colombian Peso (COP), USD accepted

Language

Spanish, limited English

Time Zone

COT (UTC-5)