Presidential Elections in Colombia
The United States congratulates Ivan Duque on his election as the next President of Colombia. We salute Colombia’s strong democracy, and reaffirm our admiration for…
Student Visa Day – 2018
Are you planning to study in the United States and you have not applied for your visa, yet? Complete the visa application process and pick…
U.S. Social Security and other Federal Benefits Services Bogota, Cali, and Barranquilla – June 18-22
The U.S. Embassy in Bogota is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Bogota, Cali, and Barranquilla to offer…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bogota
Location: Colombia, areas downstream of the Hidroituango dam on the Cauca River in the Departments of Antioquia, Cordoba, Sucre, and Bolivar Event: There is substantial…
Colombian Accession to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
Heather Nauert, Department Spokesperson, Washington, DC The United States congratulates Colombia on its accession and completion of the process to become a member of the Organization for…
Secretary Pompeo’s Phone Call with Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Pompeo spoke by phone today with Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos. Secretary Pompeo and President Santos…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bogota (Presidential Elections)
Location: Colombia, countrywide Event: Presidential elections will take place throughout Colombia on Sunday, May 27, 2018. If needed, a second round will take place on…
U.S. Assistance for Venezuelans in Colombia
Today, the United States announced an additional $18.5 million in bilateral funding to support displaced Venezuelans in Colombia who have fled the crisis in their…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bogota
Location: Department of Nariño, Colombia Event: Recent reporting indicates a threat of continued kidnappings within the department of Nariño, following the kidnapping and deaths of…
Important notice: U.S. Passport fees
Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35 for U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form, including first-time applicants…
Statement by Heather Nauert on the United States assisting Venezuelans in need
Effective immediately, the United States is increasing humanitarian assistance to Venezuelans in Colombia who were forced to leave their country due to the ongoing crisis…
Statement by USAID Administrator Mark Green on U.S. humanitarian assistance for vulnerable Venezuela
Today, the United States announced new humanitarian assistance to support Venezuelans in Colombia, who are fleeing desperate poverty, hunger, and tyranny in their home country.…
Statement from the Press Secretary on President Donald J. Trump’s Upcoming Visit to Latin America
President Donald J. Trump will travel to Peru next month to attend the Summit of the Americas in Lima and will meet with Peruvian President…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bogota
Location: Colombia, countrywide Event: Legislative elections will take place throughout Colombia on Sunday, March 11. There is the potential for demonstrations, traffic disruptions, and visible…
Under Secretary Shannon’s Travel to Ecuador, Colombia, and Chile
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas A. Shannon, Jr. will travel to Ecuador, Colombia, and Chile February 25-March 3. The Under Secretary will…
Federal Benefits Services in Medellin
The regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Medellin from Wednesday, February 21 until Friday, February 23. Assistance with Social Security issues will be offered on…
Treasury Targets Colombians Linked to Oficina de Envigado Crime Boss Under Kingpin Act
Action Targets Individuals Working to Undermine Law Enforcement Investigations Washington – The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today designated…
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bogota (ELN Strike)
Location: Colombia, countrywide Event: The National Liberation Army (ELN) terrorist group announced an economic shutdown of the country from 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 10,…
