COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Colombia (16 July Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents can enter.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes

• Foreign travellers can enter.

• Authorities have suspended travel from India due to concerns regarding COVID-19 variants. Entry to Colombia is prohibited for individuals who have been in or travelled to India within the previous 14 days, with certain exceptions that can be found at this website.

Test certificate required?

• No, with exceptions

• Travellers are not required to submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test result for entry.

• Travellers who are eligible to enter Colombia from India must submit a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate no more than 96 hours prior to arrival.

Test required upon arrival

• No with exceptions

• Travellers from India must have a PCR test performed within 24 hours of arrival and again on day seven of their 14-day quarantine.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Any passenger who tests positive upon arrival is subject to a 14-day mandatory quarantine.

• Eligible travellers from India or who have been in India in the last 14 days must quarantine for 14 days.

• Based on the above restrictions, the traveller will be required to spend between 0 and 14 days in quarantine.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Between 24 hours and 1 hour before departure, all arrivals must complete a Check-Mig immigration form. The 'Check-Mig' form can be found here. International travellers are required to report their health status in the Check-Mig application after arrival.

Recommended Border App

• Yes with exceptions.

• Travellers must comply with follow-up health checks via the CoronApp mobile app.

• CoronApp application is not necessary for passengers on domestic flights.

Is vaccination required?

• No

• No vaccination is required at this time.

Airline restrictions

• Moderate

• Commercial flights are now operating to and from Colombia on a limited number of routes.

• Domestic flights are operating.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Air borders are open.

• Land and river borders with Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela are open.

• Border crossings with Venezuela are open with ID-based restrictions. Travellers whose ID ends in even numbers are allowed entry on even days and odd numbers on odd days.

• Cruise ships are not allowed to dock at Colombian ports.

Curfew restrictions

• Moderate

• A state of health emergency has been extended until 31 August 2021.

• There is no curfew in effect nationwide. However, regional, departmental and city authorities may be implementing local measures, including restrictions based on gender and/or identification numbers, curfews, and lockdowns.

Social restrictions

• Moderate

• Social gatherings are limited to a maximum of 50 people.

• Most businesses are allowed to reopen subject to compliance with social distancing measures.

• Construction and manufacturing sectors have resumed work under strict health protocols.

Internal travel restrictions

• Moderate

• Masks are required.

• Public transport is operating, and the operation of private cars is allowed. There is no limit on the number of passengers in private vehicles as long as social distancing measures are maintained.

• Some cities or regions may impose travel restrictions with short notice.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Shops have been allowed to reopen subject to compliance with social distancing measures.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Accommodations have been allowed to reopen subject to compliance with social distancing measures.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants and food outlets have reopened with safety measures.

Bars and cafes open?

• No

• Bars and discos are closed.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Beaches are open with hygiene and social distancing rules.

Museums and heritage sites open?

• Yes

• Visiting museums are allowed, but restrictions may vary regionally.

Personal care services open?

• Yes

• Appointments with hairdressers and barbers are allowed, however, restrictions may vary regionally.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• Churches can resume with safety protocols.

Events allowed?

• Yes

• Weddings are allowed with limited people and social distancing norms.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are mandatory in crowded places, on public transportation, and in stores. Some regions may require face masks to be worn at all times in public.

Other Restrictions

• The reopening of gambling facilities such as casinos, betting shops, and bingo has been further delayed.

• Schools, colleges, and various other educational institutions will remain closed until further notice.

• Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in open spaces including bars and gastro bars, parks, squares, and streets.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance from other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.