Location: Colombia
Event: New Vaccination/Testing Requirements to Enter Colombia
Colombia’s Ministry of Health announced, effective December 14, 2021, new entry requirements for all travelers 18 years and older arriving to Colombia by air.
For non-resident foreign travelers 18 years and older:
- Vaccinated non-resident foreign travelers must present proof they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 for at least 14 days prior to travel.
- If less than 14 days have elapsed or if the vaccination scheme is not complete, the traveler must present a PCR test with a negative result taken within 72 hours of boarding.
- Unvaccinated non-resident foreign travelers will not be allowed to enter Colombia.
For Colombian citizens (including dual U.S. and Colombian citizens), foreign residents of Colombia, and diplomats and their dependents 18 years and older:
- Vaccinated travelers must present proof they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 for at least 14 days prior to travel.
- If less than 14 days have elapsed or if the vaccination scheme is not complete, the traveler must present a PCR test with a negative result taken within 72 hours of boarding.
The proof of vaccination must be presented either in paper format or digitally. The certification must include the individual’s full name, date of vaccination, name of the vaccine administered, and the number of doses administered.
The Colombian Health Ministry states that the eligible vaccines under the new rule will be those the World Health Organization authorized and those vaccines officially approved by the country or territory (recognized by the United Nations) in which you received the vaccine. Monitor the Colombian Health Ministry website for the latest guidance regarding eligible vaccines.
These entry requirements are in addition to – and do not replace – the existing “Check-Mig” requirement for both inbound and outbound travelers. All travelers must complete the online Check-Mig form (found at https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf) between 72 hours and 1 hour prior to arrival in, or departure from, Colombia. Carry a print-out of the form and be ready to show the electronic version on your mobile device at Colombian immigration.
A copy of the Ministry of Health’s Resolution 2052 is available HERE.
Actions to Take:
- Monitor the Colombian Health Ministry website for the latest guidance regarding testing requirements.
- Check with your air carriers or travel representative prior to departure for the United States.
- Check COVID-19 Country Specific Information pages for updated information on COVID-19 related to the availability of testing.
- Visit travel.state.gov to view individual Travel Advisories for the most urgent threats to safety and security.
- Click here for our Travel to the U.S. FAQs.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
Tel. +57-1-275-2000 or 601-275-2000
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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