U.S. Embassy in Colombia

Location:  Bogota

Event:

The U.S. Embassy is monitoring ongoing protest activity outside its main entrance (Gate 2) at Carrera 45 #24B-27, Bogota.  U.S. citizens seeking emergency services should use the Gate 1 entrance at Calle 24bis #48-50. 

The Embassy advises U.S. citizens to avoid areas around demonstrations whenever possible and exercise caution when in the vicinity of large gatherings as even peaceful demonstrations have the potential to turn violent without any warning.     

Actions to Take:     

• Avoid protest areas.     
• Avoid crowds and demonstrations.     
• Monitor local media for updates.     
• Exercise vigilance.     
• Be aware of your surroundings.      
• Plan for alternative travel routes.    

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
  Tel. +57-1-275-2000
  acsbogota@state.gov
  https://co.usembassy.gov/
• U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla
  conagencybarranquilla@state.gov
• U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
  1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
• Colombia Country Information
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