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Travel Advisory January 2, 2024

Colombia - level 3: reconsider travel.

Reissued with updates to the country summary.

Reconsider travel due to  crime  and  terrorism . Exercise increased caution due to civil unrest  and  kidnapping . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Do Not Travel to:

• Arauca, Cauca (excluding Popayán), and Norte de Santander departments due to crime and terrorism.
• The Colombia-Venezuela border region due to crime, kidnapping, and risk of detention when crossing into Venezuela from Colombia.  

Country Summary: Violent crime, such as homicide, assault, and armed robbery, is widespread. Organized criminal activities, such as extortion, robbery, and kidnapping, are common in some areas.

Terrorist groups and criminal organizations continue operating and carrying out attacks in Colombia. They may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, police stations, military facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, airports, other public areas, and U.S. government facilities.

Demonstrations occur regularly throughout the country and can be about a variety of political or economic issues. They can shutdown roads and highways, often without prior notice or estimated reopening timelines. Demonstrations and road closures may significantly reduce access to public transportation and may disrupt travel within and between cities. Protests can become violent and can result in fatalities and injuries.

U.S. direct-hire government employees must adhere to the noted restrictions:

• They are not permitted to travel by road between most cities.
• Colombia’s land border areas are off-limits to U.S. government personnel unless specifically authorized.
• They may not use motorcycles.
• They may not hail street taxis or use public buses.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Colombia.

If you decide to travel to Colombia:

• Avoid protest areas and crowds.
• Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
• Keep a low profile.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter
• Review the  Country Security Report  for Colombia.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

Arauca, Cauca, and Norte de Santander Departments – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Violent crime, including armed robbery and homicide, is widespread. Terrorist groups are active in some parts.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens as U.S. government-personnel travel to these areas is severely restricted due to security concerns.

Colombia - Venezuela Border – Level 4: Do Not Travel

U.S. citizens are advised not to travel to the border of Colombia and Venezuela. U.S. citizens are at risk of detention when crossing into Venezuela.

The Colombia-Venezuela border is not clearly marked, and U.S. citizens should not go near the border due to the risk of crossing into Venezuela accidentally.

U.S. citizens attempting to enter Venezuela without a visa have been charged with terrorism and other serious crimes and detained for long periods. For more information, see the Venezuela Travel Advisory.

Visit our website for  Travel to High-Risk Areas .

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Quick Facts

Must be valid at the time of entry and for the duration of stay.

One page required for entry stamp unless enrolled in Migración Automática, a program for frequent travelers.

Not required for stays 90 days or less.

Yellow fever vaccination is required for travelers coming from certain countries or visiting certain national parks.

10,000 USD maximum.

Embassies and Consulates

U.S. Embassy Bogota

Physical Address:  Calle 24 Bis No. 48-50, Bogotá, D.C., Colombia Mailing address:  Carrera 45 No. 24B-27, Bogotá, D.C. 110111, Colombia Telephone:  +(57) (601) 275-2000 Emergency after-hours telephone:  +(57) (601) 275-2000 and press 0 Email:  [email protected]

U.S. Consular Agency Barranquilla Calle 77B No. 57-141, Suite 511 Centro Empresarial Las Americas 1, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia Telephone:  +(57) 605-353-2001 and +(57) 605-369-0149 Emergency after-hours telephone:  +(57) (601) 275-4021 Email:  [email protected]

For hours and services, please visit the  U.S. Embassy Bogota website . 

Destination Description

See the Department of State’s website www.state.gov for information on U.S. - Colombia relations.  

Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

Travelers must complete Migración Colombia’s Online Check-Mig Form  within 72 hours of boarding an inbound or outbound flight from Colombia. There is no fee to complete the form.

All U.S. citizens who do not also hold Colombian citizenship must present a valid U.S. passport to enter and leave Colombia. U.S. citizens do not need a Colombian visa for a tourist or business stay of 90 days or less, or for cumulative stays of 180 days or less per calendar year. Before your 90-day stay expires, you may request an extension of up to 90 additional days from the Colombian immigration authority ( Migración Colombia ). You will face a fine if you remain in Colombia longer than allowed, and you may not be able to leave Colombia until the fine is paid. 

Any traveler entering with a Colombian visa of any type (as opposed to visa-free entry described above) with more than three months’ validity must register the visa at a Migración Colombia office or online within 15 days of arrival in Colombia or face fines. You may be denied entry to Colombia if you do not have a return ticket. Visit the  Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism  website for the most current visa information.

Visit the  CDC Traveler View  website for vaccination information, and the  Colombian Ministry of Health  website for Yellow Fever vaccination requirements.

Special Entry/Exit Instructions for U.S. Citizens Born in Colombia:  All Colombian citizens—regardless of dual citizenship—MUST present a valid, non-expired Colombian passport to enter and exit Colombia. Colombian citizens traveling with non-Colombian passports may be unable to depart the country until they obtain a Colombian passport. 

Be aware that any person born in Colombia or of Colombian parentage may be considered a Colombian citizen, even if never documented as such.

Be aware as well that all U.S. citizens, regardless of dual citizenship, must present a valid U.S. passport upon returning to the United States. Persons who are both U.S. and Colombian citizens MUST travel between these countries with both passports, presenting the Colombian passport upon departing Colombia and the U.S. passport upon arrival in the United States. 

Additional Exit Requirements for Minors:   To prevent international child abduction, Colombia has implemented special exit procedures for Colombian children under 18 (including dual nationals) who depart the country alone, without both parents, or without a legal guardian.  For detailed information regarding exit requirements for minors with Colombian nationality please visit Migración Colombia's website  (in Spanish only).

Lost or Stolen Passport: If your U.S. passport is lost or stolen in Colombia, you must  obtain a new one before leaving the country. You can report the loss or theft on the Colombian National Police  website .

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Colombia.

Find information on  dual nationality ,  prevention of international child abduction , and  customs regulations  on our websites.

Safety and Security

Terrorism : Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad. Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles – to more effectively target crowds. Frequently, their aim is focused on unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting events, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights) 

Terrorist groups and criminal organizations continue operating and carrying out attacks in Colombia.  

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Crime : Crimes and scams against tourists, and those perceived to be wealthy, are common and well-coordinated in urban areas, including in affluent neighborhoods. Firearms and knives are prevalent in Colombia and often used in muggings and robberies under the threat of violence. Drive-by motorcyclist snatchings of cell phones, bags, and valuables are extremely common. Victims are often identified well in advance of the robbery based on visible jewelry, high value wristwatches, and general attire while in public places such as shopping malls, restaurants, and airports.  

Narco-trafficking groups, including the Clan del Golfo frequently engage in violence against civilians and security forces. 

Dating App Robberies/Drugging/Homicides: Criminals use dating apps to lure victims to meet in places such as hotels, restaurants, and bars, and then later assault and rob them. Numerous U.S. citizens in Colombia have been drugged, robbed, and even killed by their Colombian dates. You should be cautious if using dating apps in Colombia. If meeting with a stranger, you should strongly consider meeting only in public places and avoiding isolated locations, such as residences or hotel rooms, where crimes are most likely to occur. Tell a friend or family member of your plans, including where you are going, details of the person you are meeting, and the app you used to meet them.

ATMs : There have been instances of fraudulent charges or withdrawals from accounts due to “skimmed” cards. If you choose to use credit or debit cards, you should regularly check your account to ensure there are no unauthorized transactions. Travelers should limit the amount of cash they carry in public, exercise caution when withdrawing cash from ATMs, and avoid ATMs located on the street. ATMs inside shopping malls or other protected locations are preferable. 

Taxis : U.S. government employees are prohibited from hailing taxis on the street due to the risk of assault or robbery. U.S. citizens have been killed during robberies while using taxis. Use a dispatch service or cell phone app whenever possible.

Disabling Drugs : The Embassy receives regular reports of criminals using drugs to temporarily incapacitate unsuspecting victims and then rob or assault them. Scopolamine, a fast-acting incapacitating drug, is often surreptitiously applied to food, drinks, and hand sanitizer vials by criminals to rob or assault their victims. Victims of scopolamine-related crimes are often targeted in bars, night clubs, or through dating apps. Avoid leaving food or drinks unattended at a bar or restaurant, and refuse offers of something to eat or drink from a stranger.

Ayahuasca/Hallucinogens: Traditional hallucinogens, often referred to as ayahuasca, can be marketed to tourists as “spiritual cleansing,” and typically contain dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a strong psychedelic that is illegal in the United States and many other countries. Risks to hallucinogen users while intoxicated include robbery, assault, illness, or death. People claiming to be shamans or spiritual practitioners are neither licensed nor regulated.

Demonstrations :   Protests and demonstrations occur frequently, particularly in Bogota. They may take place in response to political or economic issues, on politically significant holidays, and during international events.

• Demonstrations can be unpredictable; avoid areas around protests and demonstrations.
• Check local media for updates and traffic advisories.

International Financial Scams :   See the  Department of State and the  FBI pages for information.

Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Colombia. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help. Common scams include:  

• Romance/Online dating
• Money transfers
• Lucrative sales
• Gold purchase
• Contracts with promises of large commissions
• Grandparent/Relative targeting
• Free Trip/Luggage
• Inheritance notices
• Work permits/job offers
• Bank overpayments
• Posing as U.S. government officials soliciting payment for services.

Victims of Crime:  U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance. Report crimes to the local police by dialing 123 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +57 (601) 275-2000 or +57 (601) 275-4021 after hours. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.

See our webpage on  help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

• Help you find appropriate medical care.
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police.
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent.
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion.
• Provide a list of local attorneys.
• Provide our information on  victim’s compensation programs in the United States.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution.
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home.
• Replace a stolen or lost passport.

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance. Help in domestic violence situations is available, in Spanish, by calling 155 (*155 from a cell phone).

Tourism : The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and facilities are uncommon. Hazardous areas/activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified by the government or by recognized authorities. In the event of an injury, adequate medical treatment may only be available in or near major cities. First responders may only be able to provide basic medical treatment and may be unable to access areas outside of major cities. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance .

Venezuelan Border : The U.S. Department of State has categorized Venezuela as Level 4: Do Not Travel due to crime, civil unrest, poor health infrastructure, kidnapping, and the arrest and detention of U.S. citizens without due process or fair trial guarantees. U.S. citizens are at risk of detention when crossing into Venezuela from Colombia. The Colombia-Venezuela border is not clearly marked, and U.S. citizens should not go near the border due to the risk of crossing into Venezuela accidentally and being detained for illegal entry. If you still choose to travel to Venezuela, do not attempt to enter Venezuela without a visa. Visas are not available upon arrival. U.S. citizens attempting to enter Venezuela without a visa have been charged with terrorism and other serious crimes and detained for long periods. The Maduro regime does not notify the U.S. government of the detention of U.S. citizens and the U.S. government is not granted access to those citizens. The U.S. government has extremely limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Venezuela.

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties : You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be arrested, imprisoned, or expelled.  

Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities prior to practicing or operating a business. 

Customs Regulations : If you enter or exit Colombia possessing cash or other financial instruments worth more than $10,000USD, you must declare them and be able to prove the legal source of the funds. The Embassy has received reports of customs officials confiscating high-value jewelry that was not declared upon entry.

Colombian law prohibits tourists and business travelers from bringing firearms and ammunition into Colombia. Colombian law also restricts the importation of plants and animals (and some related products).

Artifacts : Colombian law forbids the export of pre-Columbian objects and other artifacts protected by cultural patrimony statutes. U.S. customs officials are obliged to seize pre-Columbian objects and certain colonial religious artwork brought into the United States.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on  crimes against minors abroad  and the  Department of Justice  website.

Arrest Notification : If you are arrested or detained, ask police to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our  webpage  for further information.

Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Colombia are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long pre-trial detention and lengthy prison sentences under harsh conditions. Colombian law may require that released offenders serve a lengthy period of parole in-country, during which the offender is given no housing and may lack permission to work.

Colombia uses comprehensive screening procedures to detect narcotics smuggling at its international airports. Travelers are occasionally questioned, searched, fingerprinted, and/or asked to submit to an abdominal X-ray upon arrival or departure. Most airport inspectors do not speak English.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods : Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the United States. See the  U.S. Department of Justice website   for more information.

Faith-Based Travelers : See the following webpages for details:

• Faith-Based Travel Information
• International Religious Freedom Report  – see country reports
• Human Rights Report  – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad  

LGBTQI+ Travelers : Colombia has one of the strongest legal frameworks in Latin America defending the rights of LGBTQI+ people; however, in practice protections remain a long way from full enforcement and harassment persists, especially in rural areas. In many parts of Colombia, violence against trans people exceeds levels of violence against any other members of the LGBTQI+ community. Criminals do utilize dating apps to target potential victims of theft, so travelers should use caution on such apps. Certain regions, especially in rural areas, experience higher instances of harassment/violence against LGBTQI+ communities. In 2022, there was an uptick of homicides specifically targeting gay men in Medellín. LGBTQI+ associated and friendly establishments exist mostly in metropolitan areas, especially Cartagena, Medellin, and Bogota. 

See our  LGBTQI+ Travel Information  page and section 6 of our  Human Rights report  for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities : The law in Colombia prohibits discrimination against persons with physical or mental disabilities, but the law is not fully enforced. Social acceptance of persons with disabilities is not as prevalent as in the United States. Many public places and transportation are not adapted to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities. The most common types of accessible facilities may include restrooms, ramps, and elevators. Expect accessibility to be limited in public transportation, lodging, communication/information, and general infrastructure, including sidewalks, intersections, buses, and taxis. There is a significant difference between the capital (and other large cities) and the rest of the country. 

Repair and replacement parts for aids/equipment/devices are available. Sign language interpreters or personal assistants are available for hire. 

Students : See our  Students Abroad  page and  FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers : See our travel tips for  Women Travelers .

Cruise Ship Passengers : See our travel tips for  Cruise Ship Passengers .

For emergency services in Colombia, dial 123 from any mobile phone or land line.

Ambulance services  are available in larger cities, but training and availability of emergency responders may be below U.S. standards. Injured or seriously ill travelers may prefer to take a taxi or private vehicle to the nearest major hospital rather than wait for an ambulance.

We do not pay medical bills .  Be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas.  Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance : Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See  our webpage  for more information on insurance coverage overseas. Visit the   U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website  for more information on the type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend  supplemental insurance  to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging with your doctor’s prescription. Travelers can check with the Embassy of Colombia in the United States to ensure the medication is legal in Colombia.

Vaccinations :  Be up-to-date on all  vaccinations  recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Visit the  CDC Traveler View  website for vaccination information, and the  Colombia Ministry of Health  website for Yellow Fever vaccination requirements. Childhood vaccinations are required by Colombian law for children ages six and under.  Visit the Ministry for Health and Public Safety website for a list of required childhood vaccinations.

Further Health Information :

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  

Air Quality : Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

The U.S. Embassy maintains a  list of doctors and hospitals .  We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

Health Facilities in General :

• Adequate health facilities are available throughout the country, but health care in rural areas may be below U.S. standards.
• Hospitals and doctors often require payment upfront prior to service or admission. Credit card payment is frequently, but not always, available.
• Medical staff may speak little or no English.
• Patients bear all costs for transfer to or between hospitals. 
• Psychological and psychiatric services are limited, even in the larger cities, with hospital-based care only available through government institutions.

Medical Tourism and Elective Surgery :

• U.S. citizens have suffered serious complications or died during or after having cosmetic or other elective surgery.
• Medical tourism is a rapidly growing industry. People seeking health care overseas should understand that medical systems operate differently from those in the United States and are not subject to the same rules and regulations. Anyone interested in traveling for medical purposes should consult with their local physician before traveling and visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  website for more information on Medical Tourism. 
• Visit the  U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  website for information on medical tourism, the risks of medical tourism, and what you can do to prepare before traveling to Colombia.
• We strongly recommend  supplemental insurance  to cover medical evacuation in the event of unforeseen medical complications or repatriation in the case of untimely death.
• Your legal options in cases of malpractice are very limited in Colombia. 
• Although Colombia has many elective/cosmetic surgery facilities that are on par with those found in the United States, the quality of care varies widely. If you plan to undergo surgery in Colombia, carefully research the doctor and recovery facility you plan to use. Make sure that emergency medical facilities are available, and that professionals are accredited and qualified. Share all health information (e.g. medical conditions, medications, allergies) with your doctor before surgery.

Pharmaceuticals :

• Exercise caution when purchasing medication overseas.  Pharmaceuticals, both over the counter and requiring prescription in the United States, are often readily available for purchase with little controls. Counterfeit medication is common and may prove to be ineffective, the wrong strength, or contain dangerous ingredients.  Medication should be purchased in consultation with a medical professional and from reputable establishments.
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration are responsible for rules governing the transport of medication back to the United States. Medication purchased abroad must meet their requirements to be legally brought back into the United States. Medication should be for personal use and must be approved for usage in the United States. Please visit the  U.S. Customs and Border Protection  and the  Food and Drug Administration  websites for more information. 
• Colombia does not allow the sale of certain psychiatric medications.  Travelers should carry a sufficient supply for their trips. Please review the Colombian government’s open data website for drug unavailability.

Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy :

• If you are considering traveling to Colombia to have a child through the use of assisted reproductive technology (ART) or surrogacy, please see our  ART and Surrogacy Abroad page .
• Surrogacy is currently neither prohibited nor permitted under Colombian law. Although surrogacy agencies/clinics claim surrogacy is legal in Colombia, there is no legal framework for foreigners or same-sex couples to pursue surrogacy. As a result, surrogacy agreements between foreign or same sex intending parents and gestational mothers may not be enforced by Colombian courts.

Water Quality : 

• In rural areas, tap water may not be potable. Bottled water and beverages are generally safe, although you should be aware that many restaurants and hotels serve tap water unless bottled water is specifically requested. Be aware that ice for drinks may be made using tap water.

Altitude : 

• Many cities in Colombia, such as Bogota, are at high altitude. Be aware of the symptoms of altitude sickness and take precautions before you travel. Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about  Travel to High Altitudes .

Adventure Travel : 

• Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about  Adventure Travel .

General Health :

The following diseases are prevalent:

• Chikungunya
• Yellow Fever

In Chocó, Nariño, and Córdoba, use the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended mosquito repellents, and sleep under insecticide-impregnated mosquito nets. Chemoprophylaxis is recommended for all travelers in the Amazon region, even for short stays.

HIV/AIDS: Travelers should bring medication sufficient for their entire stay.

Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about Resources for Travelers regarding specific issues in Colombia.

Air Quality :

• Air pollution is a problem in several major cities in Colombia. Consider the impact smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you and consult your doctor before traveling if necessary.  
• Infants, children, and teens
• People over 65 years of age 
• People with lung disease such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema 
• People with heart disease or diabetes 
• People who work or are active outdoors 

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety : Due to the security environment in Colombia and poor infrastructure, U.S. government employees and their families are not permitted to travel by road between most major cities. They also cannot use inter-city or intra-city bus transportation or travel by road outside urban areas at night. Follow these same precautions.

Road travel in Colombia can be dangerous, especially at night. Some roads are poorly maintained, or vulnerable to heavy rains and mudslides. Mountain roads may lack safety features such as crash barriers or guard rails, and conditions are frequently made more treacherous by heavy fog. Highways are often unmarked and unlit, and do not have signs indicating destinations. Slow-moving buses and trucks frequently stop in the middle of the road unexpectedly. In the countryside, livestock is often herded along roads or left to graze on roadsides. Due to a lack of sidewalks, roads are also used by pedestrians.

The use of motorcycles and bicycles is widespread throughout Colombia. U.S. government employees may not use motorcycles because of security concerns.

Traffic Laws : Traffic laws are often ignored and rarely enforced, creating dangerous conditions for drivers and pedestrians. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers in a private vehicle. Car seats are mandatory for children, and a child under ten years old is not permitted to ride in the front seat. It is against the law to talk on a cellular phone while driving.

If you are involved in an accident, you MUST remain at the scene without moving your vehicle until the authorities arrive. This rule is strictly enforced and moving a vehicle or leaving the scene of an accident may constitute an admission of guilt under Colombian law.

Public Transportation : Do not hail taxis on the street. U.S. government employees may not hail street taxis or use public transportation in Colombia because of security concerns. U.S. citizens have been killed during robberies while using taxis. Use a dispatch service or transportation app whenever possible.

See our  Road Safety page for more information. Visit the website of the Colombia national authority responsible for road safety, the  Instituto Nacional de Vias .

Aviation Safety Oversight : The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of Colombia’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Colombia’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the  FAA’s safety assessment page .

Maritime Travel : Mariners planning travel to Colombia should also check for U.S. maritime  advisories  and  alerts . Information may also be posted to the  U.S. Coast Guard homeport website  and the  NGA broadcast warnings .

Tourist Vessels : Exercise caution when embarked on small tourist boats off the northern coast between Cartagena and the nearby islands. During the months of December and January, the seas off the northern coast can be dangerous for small boats. U.S. citizens have died in boating accidents. Check for lifejackets and safety equipment before boarding a tourist vessel.

For additional travel information

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook .
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in Colombia .  For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA )  report.

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How to Fill Out the Check Mig Colombia Form (It’s Free! Don’t Pay for it!)

The Check Mig Colombia Immigration form, also called the Colombia Check Mig Form, officially titled the Check-mig form by Migración Colombia, and sometimes simply called the Checkmig or the Mig Colombia Form is the digital Colombia entry form all travelers are required to complete.

It’s been a bit maligned since it was adopted in 2020 for being buggy, and I’ve seen countless comments in Facebook groups and online travel message boards about it.

I’ve also seen a lot of people comment in those forums that they paid for it.

In fact, that was the main reason I decided to write this post.

The Colombia Check Mig form is totally free to complete.

Seriously, please don’t fall for the sleazy websites trying to charge for it!

We traveled in and out of Colombia frequently in 2020-2022 and had to fill out this Migración Colombia form lots of times, and we definitely never paid for it!

We did, however, deal with some of the Check Mig form’s finicky, um, let’s call them quirks.

On several of the occasions we had to fill out the Check Mig, it gave us trouble. Either one of us couldn’t access it successfully, it would crash and we’d have to redo it, or we wouldn’t get the confirmation email.

This was especially the case under the old Checkmig Colombia form.

However, many of these issues were addressed with an update in late 2023.

Still, however, I see people having some issues with it, and I also still see people paying for it. The other thing I see is some people claiming you don’t need to do it anymore.

The truth is while it’s possible you won’t get asked for it, you are still technically supposed to do it, so it’s best to do it and avoid a problem, you know like not being able to board your flight, which is kind of a big problem.

Also, there’s still no charge for it, and you don’t get any extra value out of paying to have some “visa service” do it for you.

Below, I’m going to go over just what the Check Mig form is, why it’s still best practice to fill it out, how to complete your Check-Mig Colombia form for free, and then I’ll go through a step by step guide to the Checkmig Colombia form using the updated form and confirmed to still be working as of the last update to this post in April 2024.

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Practical Guide to the Check-Mig Colombia Form – Contents

How much is the check mig fee in colombia.

• Where Should I Complete the Check-Mig Form?
• What is the Colombia Check-Mig Form Anyways?

Is Check Mig Still Required to Enter Colombia?

When do i need to complete the check-mig form.

• What Information Do I Need to Complete the Migración Colombia Check in?
• Step by Step Guide to the Check-Mig Colombia Form
• FAQs and Troubleshooting the Check-Mig Form

There is no Check Mig Fee in Colombia.

The Check Mig form is entirely free to complete, and the Colombian government does not charge to complete the form, nor does it charge for tourist visas, nor is there a Colombia entry fee for most foreign visitors.

There is a biometrics entry fee for Canadian tourists, which you can read about here, but that is separate from the Check Mig form.

So, to be clear, the Check Mig fee is zero, zilch, nada !

Why Do Some Websites Charge a Fee to Complete the Colombia Check Mig Form?

Umm, because they are greedy sleaze balls, I guess.

Look, what happened here is a few clever, and I’d say unscrupulous, folks figured out they could create webpages that appear in search results that give the impression that you do need to pay to complete the Mig Check Colombia form.

What you are really doing though is paying them to complete it for you.

Look, there are plenty of services that it’s totally worth paying a fee for to save some time.

However, you’re going to have to give these people the same information you’ll need to just do the form yourself, so you aren’t really going to save any time, and frankly, those sites are bordering on deceptive.

It can be a pain, but you can complete the Check Mig Colombia migration form in English , and it should take you 10 minutes or less .

So, there’s really no reason to pay to have someone else complete the form for you!

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If you’re traveling elsewhere in Colombia, be sure to check out the Other Destinations section or just give the site a search!

Where Should I Go to Complete the Check Mig Form for Free?

Make sure you go to the official app here: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en . That is the English page, but you can change the language at the top if you like.

If you want to be extra sure you’re in the right place, like if you search in Google, make sure you are on a page that ends in .gov.co. Be aware that at least one of the scammy websites has a web address that makes it look very official using Check Mig and Colombia in it.

To be perfectly honest, the form is pretty intuitive and the English translation is mostly very good.

So, if you just want to complete it on your own, head on over there. Make sure you’ve got your flight, hotel, and passport info, and that you complete it any time between 72 and 1 hour before your departure time.

And, do keep in mind you’re meant to complete it when you leave Colombia too.

However, with this post, I’m trying to beat those less scrupulous sites at their own game and actually offer you some real value, all while not charging for it, except for the handful of cents I get from your eyes seeing some ads.

So, below, I’m going to give an explanation of what the Check Mig Form is, address if you still need to complete it, go over all the information you need to have at hand to complete it, and finally go through it step by step with screenshots.

So, if you do need some extra help with the Colombia Check Mig form read on or click back over here.

What is the Colombia Check-Mig Form?

The Check-Mig form is basically a digital Colombian immigration form.

It requires travelers to enter their travel information, such as how they will enter the country, their passport information, and where they will stay.

The entity responsible for the Check Migis Migración Colombia, the country’s immigration authority.

It first started being used as travel reopened after the pandemic, at least in part to create a contactless immigration form.

The fact it’s being continued even after all other travel restrictions have been lifted makes it appear that it’s here to stay, basically replacing the old school little slips you would fill out. This makes all the information digitally available to immigration agents when you arrive.

I’d imagine it saves a lot of paper and at least a few flight attendants being asked if they have pens too.

The Check Mig form is still a requirement for all travelers, including Colombian citizens and residents, entering Colombia by air or sea. It is not required for entering over land borders.

Now, I’ve seen a lot of people claiming in Facebook groups and other online message boards they were not asked to show it or that they didn’t complete it and they had no problems.

So, part of the reason the form exists is that the information is in the computer and the immigration agent just sees it when they scan your passport, so they generally won’t ask to see it because it already shows for them.

As far as people entering without having done it, to be honest, I don’t doubt it. The truth is an immigration agent can still ask you the information they need to know and I think it’s highly unlikely they’d deny you entry to the country.

However, why take that chance?

Also, if you run into trouble for not completing it, it will probably be with your airline. While I’ve seen people claim they didn’t do it, I’ve also seen people claim airlines refused them boarding without it.

So, again, it takes 10 minutes and maybe a causes mild headache if it’s acting up.

I don’t see a good reason to risk not doing it and being turned away at the gate, having to rush and pray to the travel gods it’s not acting up right at the time the airline makes you do it, or possibly even having to change flights.

You need to complete the Check-Mig Form between 1 and 72 hours prior to your flight .

The form becomes available to complete 72 hours before your departure time, and you must have it complete at least 1 hour before your departure time.

You need to complete the Check-Mig Colombia form for arrival to and departure from Colombia to or from abroad, so be sure you keep it in mind for both ways of travel.

Due to occasional down times, confusion, and the mistakes, I strongly suggest doing it at least 24 hours prior to your flight.

Honestly, I would probably just make it an extra step as part of checking in for your flight. You’re already going to have all your travel info and documents you need to complete the Check Mig form, so you won’t need to search for it later.

At least with the old site, I always got much better results on my laptop than on my phone too, but the new version of the site seems to work better on phones. There were a couple occasions where the old site also gave Susana trouble on her iPhone that’s much better than my cheap Samsung, but it seemed to work ok on mine, so who knows.

So, my suggestion is to do this from the comfort and calm of your home the day before your flight, not trying to do it in the airport as you are checking in and dropping your bags when you might get flustered and frustrated, especially if the Check Mig app decides to be finicky right at that moment.

What Information Do I Need for the Check Mig Form?

You’ll pretty much need all your travel information to fill out the Migration Colombia Check-Mig Form.

Specifically, you’ll need the following information to complete the Check-Mig Form:

• Your City/Port of Entry into Colombia
• Your Travel Date
• Your Flight Number, Airline, and Departure City
• Your Passport Number
• The Address and Phone Number of Where You’ll Be Staying

Common Issues with the Check Mig App and How to Address Them

Here are a few common issues I see asked about.

What should I do if the Check Mig App isn’t working?

This is the main reason why I’d try to do it at least 24 hours before your flight. That way if it’s not working, you can just try again an hour or two later. Most of the time, you’ll probably be fine that way.

If you’ve tried multiple times and it’s still not working, or you’re getting some kind of error, I’d try to screenshot that and be ready to explain it. Because the form has a bit of a reputation, it should probably be ok.

What should I do if I don’t get the email confirmation for the Check Mig Form?

Wait a bit.

In my personal experience, I’ve seen the email come through immediately, and I’ve also seen it come through an hour or so later.

I’ve also seen people report never getting it at all.

A good fail safe here is to try to remember to screen shot and download the confirmation when you actually complete it too, just in case the email is delayed or doesn’t come.

You can also check to see it and should be able to redownload it if you go back to the start page here: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en at the bottom where it says Review Check Mig.

What should I put in the origin/destination country Check Mig form?

This is a really common question I see, and there is a bit of ambiguity with the box on the Check Mig for Origin/Destination country.

You’ll find this Origin/Destination country box on the page where you enter your flight info.

The first bit of ambiguity is if they want your origin or destination. You should put your origin when entering Colombia and your destination when leaving.

I’ve always understood this as the country and city where your trip begins (or ends when departing). So, the city your flight into Colombia arrives to should populate automatically when you enter your flight info.

However, if you’re taking a connecting flight from somewhere else first, you can put that as your origin (or destination).

Another point of confusion here is city names may not be translated properly or still be in Spanish. Your home city also might not be listed. In that case, I’d just put the closest bigger city, capital of your state/province, or just the origin of your flight into Colombia.

Step By Step Guide to Completing the Check-Mig Form

Ok, now that we’ve covered what the Colombian migration form known as Check Mig is and gone over some common questions and issues as well as why you definitely should not pay for it, I’ll walk you through step by step completing Colombia’s Check-Mig form, complete with screenshots from the CheckMig App.

I’ve got to say, the updated platform is a much smoother experience than the old one!

Keep in mind this form was adopted in late 2023, around the same time I put this article together originally in August 2023, and I’ve confirmed it all looks like below as of the last update in April 2024.

It does look a good bit different from the old form though, so if it looks different from what you’ve completed before, don’t worry! Just make sure you are in fact on the official site and not one of those rip off sites.

I should also give the full disclaimer that I am not a legal expert, lawyer, agent of the Colombian government, or immigration/visa expert.

There are a few ambiguous parts of the form like the one I mentioned above, and I’m representing how I interpret it and would fill it out but cannot guarantee that is correct for your situation, so please don’t construe this as legal advice or any sort of official instruction from the Colombian immigration authorities.

Step 1: Enter the Form

If you clicked the link above, you should see a page that looks like the image below.

You’ll see the option to complete your Check-Mig Colombia Form, to say you are a frequent traveler, or to double check if you have completed your Check Mig form and download it for your records.

Note, if you need to change the language, you can do so in the drop down menu at the top right of the screen. Spanish, French, and English are available at the time of this writing.

To complete your Colombia Mig Check, you’re going to want to click where it says “Do Checkmig” under Do your checkmig.

See, pretty intuitive!

Step 2: Entry or Exit?

You should get a screen that looks similar to the screenshot below that asks about your journey after clicking there.

You’ll need to select if you are entering Colombia or exiting Colombia (remember, you do need to complete the Check-Mig Colombia for departure on your flight back home too!)

Then you’ll select your form of entry, which for the vast majority of you I assume will be Air.

Then, hit continue.

Pretty simple so far!

Step 3: Entering Your Travel Information

Next, you should get a screen that looks like the one below on your Check-Mig Colombia form titled Travel Information.

First, you’ll need to select if you’re coming on a commercial or private flight.

Then, you’ll select the city from a drop down list where you’ll be entering the country (For example, Cartagena!).

Next, you’ll choose the date of your flight.

You’ll notice it will only let you select dates within that 72 hour time frame. Then next to that, you’ll fill in your flight number. Put only the number, not any letters or initials of the airline.

Once you put in your flight number, the spaces under the question “From which city the flight comes?,” the name of the airline, and the city box next to it should all fill in automatically, at least for commercial flights.

If it doesn’t autofill, you might want to double check you’ve got your flight number correct.

Finally, at the bottom of this screen, there’s a space to fill out your origin/destination country and city. I have always interpreted that to mean your original start point or final end point of travel.

So, in the example above, assuming I am flying out of Miami, I would put United States and Columbia, for my home town of Columbia, SC (yup, that’s right, I grew up in Columbia with a U and spent a decade living in Colombia with an O and I’d love for you to check out my South Carolina Explorer site too!)

Now, like I mentioned above, here’s where you might have an issue.

For the longest time on the old form, when selecting the country of origin, even on the Check-Mig form in English, United States didn’t appear and you’d have to select Estados Unidos (United States in Spanish). This was frequently a point of confusion for people.

The new iteration of the form fixes that and does list United States in the drop down list on the English form.

However, many of the cities still have their states names in Spanish. So, in my case, Columbia, Carolina del Sur. There are a few little mistakes in translation such as St. Luis for St. Louis too.

Also, not all cities appear.

If your home city doesn’t appear, I would just choose the next closest major city, your home state alone if it appears (some do, some don’t), or just the option that says Estados Unidos, Estados Unidos, and don’t stress about it.

You should end up with something that looks like the following photo.

If all looks good, hit continue, and we are well on our way to completing this Check-Mig form!

Step 4: Personal Information

Next, you’ll get a page asking for your personal information.

It should look like the on in the image below.

Most of this is pretty self-explanatory and straight forward.

You may notice the first and second first name and first and second last name boxes.

In Colombia and most Latin American countries, people are given two first names (or a first and what we in the states think of as a middle name) and they use both their father’s and mother’s names as last names.

The second first name and second last name boxes are not required, so don’t stress about them if you don’t have a second last name.

Do make sure you put in your last name first as that first last name box is easy to confuse to be asking for your first name if you’re reading quickly/skimming the form.

Also, be sure to enter your email correctly, so you can get the confirmation just in case you need it!

Then select your reason for travel from the drop down list (for most, probably tourism).

Hit the I’m not a robot, and continue on…

Step 5: Where You’ll Be Staying in Colombia

Next, you’ll get to the page that says “Hosting Information.”

It should look like the image below.

This is where you’ll need the information for where you’ll be staying upon arrival in Colombia.

If you’re filling out the form for departing Colombia, this page is skipped.

Here, you’ll enter the city where you will be staying.

At the time of me doing this run through, the box for the address also has a question about the city above it, but you’ll want to list the address of the hotel, airbnb, or wherever else you’ll be staying followed by the phone number in the box next to it.

If you will be staying in different hotels, or traveling through different cities in Colombia, just put the information for where you’ll be staying the night you arrive. I would make sure you have the information on other places you plan to stay handy when you actually arrive as well since you could be asked though.

Step 6: Questionnaire

Next, you will be presented with a question or series of questions.

There used to be questions here about entering with a minor, if you had symptoms of Covid, and a few others if I recall correctly.

When running through it now, it only asked me if I had $10,000 USD in cash or not (I wish!). It’s possible your questions may vary though.

I also did not complete a full form for exiting the country, so it might ask about removing national heritage and archeological artifacts and things of that nature when you complete the Check Mig Form for departure from Colombia.

Interestingly enough, my answer choices were in Spanish even though for the most part the translation on this version of the Check-Mig is much better than the old version.

If your Spanish is a bit rusty, Si=yes and No=no .

Step 7: Accept Terms and Conditions

Next, you’ll have to accept the terms and conditions.

The actual checked statement was also in Spanish for me.

Once you check it, the yellow box to click to continue should appear.

Step 8: Download Your Check-Mig (Important!)

Next, you’ll get a confirmation that your Check-Mig form has been submitted.

It will also tell you that you’ll get a copy sent to your email.

I did in fact get the copy within just a couple minutes.

However, this is one of the things that the form has become a bit notorious about, that people don’t get the email or it comes only after a long delay.

Hopefully, it will continue to get better, and the emails will be near instantaneous from now on like it was for me in this case.

However, I would still strongly suggest , you click that yellow box that lets you download the pdf copy of your Check-Mig.

Seriously, download it, then email it to yourself, and save the pdf and take a screenshot of it on your phone!

You don’t want to get left behind for a flight for something you’ve actually done but the system is erroneously saying you haven’t to the airline!

Better safe than sorry is always my mantra.

Optional: Check Your Check-Mig

If you did not download it then and there, you should be able to double check everything is good with your Check-Mig form for Colombia.

If you go back to the main site linked above, you should see a third option where it says to Check and Download where you can click a box that says Review Checkmig.

If you click that, you’ll get a page, where you’ll need to enter the following:

• Your Passport Information
• Travel Date
• Flight Number

After doing so, you’ll get a confirmation if a record of your Check-Mig exists and be able to enter in an email to send a copy of it.

Filling out the Check-Mig When Leaving Colombia

Yes, you also need to complete a Check-Mig form when departing Colombia.

The steps are the same as above, only you’ll select “I Travel from Colombia” in Step 2.

You’ll fill out your flight information and then your personal information just like before.

Then, you’ll jump to the terms and conditions as you won’t need to provide information on where you’ll be staying outside of Colombia.

FAQs and Further Check-Mig Colombia Help

Here are a handful more questions or issues I thought people may still have about the Colombian Check Mig form that could use clarification.

When does the Check-Mig form become available?

The Check-Mig form can be filled out 72 hours before your departure time .

When does the Check-Mig form close?

You must complete the form at least 1 hour before your departure time , or the application will no longer allow you do so.

Who is responsible for checking the form?

Most likely either the attendant at check-in and baggage drop or a gate agent will confirm that everyone has completed the Check-Mig form.

My experience is they usually do not ask to see it on your phone at immigration itself, but I also imagine they can see if you completed it on the computer. I’d still have it handy just in case though as they could ask for it.

What happens if I don’t complete the Check-Mig form for Colombia?

You may be denied boarding for your flight.

It’s not worth the airlines’ hassle being forced to take someone back if they are denied entry to the country. So, they will usually be fairly strict in ensuring you have the proper documentation, including the Check-Mig.

What should I do if I get an error filling out the Check-Mig?

If you get an error, try again.

If you still get an error, wait a couple hours and try yet again.

If you still get an error after that, keep trying every now and then up to a few hours before your flight.

If you’re still getting an error then, I’d take a screenshot to document it, and have some evidence to show you made every reasonable effort to complete the form. I have heard anecdotally that airlines have provided assistance to some people who had trouble completing it when checking in, but given the state of travel these days I also wouldn’t count on that.

What should I do if the system says I already have a record of a Check-Mig?

This is one of the things that came up sometimes before and hopefully has been worked out by the new system.

Occasionally, an error would occur while someone was filling out the form, then when they tried to redo it, the system would stop them from making another one. So they’d be left without the form complete and without being able to do it.

If you get an error in the middle of filling out the form, I’d suggest taking a screenshot.

Then, try again.

If it doesn’t let you complete it, try again later.

If you are still unable to complete it, at least you have some evidence you made a reasonable effort to do so.

Do I need to complete the Check-Mig for domestic flights inside Colombia?

No, the Check-Mig is only required for entry to or exit from Colombia internationally .

For domestic flights, you’ll just need to show your ID (generally your passport for foreign visitors) and your tickets.

Do I need to complete the Check-Mig if I have a visa or residency in Colombia?

All travelers , including citizens, permanent residents, and those on work and other types of visas must complete the Check-Mig form when entering and exiting the country.

Did you complete your Check-Mig form sucessfully?

Now you have a complete step by step guide to completing the Check-Mig form.

I hope that this was useful if you needed some help with the Colombia Check-Mig form. More importantly, I hope it kept you from paying for something that you didn’t need to!

Most importantly of all though, I hope you have a wonderful time in Colombia!

Please do check out all the other content on the site to help you plan your trip.

Cheers and Happy Exploring!

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Colombia Check-Mig Form: How to Apply and Application Process

The colombia check-mig form is a document required for certain immigration processes. to apply for the check-mig, applicants must follow a specific application process. this article provides an overview of the check-mig application process, including the necessary steps and requirements..

Key Takeaways:

• The Colombia Check-Mig Form is a mandatory online migration form required for all travelers entering or leaving the country.
• The application process involves online registration, filling out the form with personal and travel information, submitting it, and receiving a confirmation receipt.
• Completing the form accurately is important for safe and secure travel, and it is required for all travelers regardless of nationality or reason for travel.

Understanding the Colombia Check-Mig Form

Traveling to Colombia? It’s essential to know about the Colombia Check-Mig Form, an immigration requirement for all travelers entering or leaving the country. The form is part of Colombia’s efforts to streamline immigration procedures and enhance national security.

What Is the Colombia Check-Mig Form?

The Colombia Check-Mig Form is an online migration form required by the Colombian government for all travelers. It is a mandatory step in the immigration process that you must complete before your arrival or departure. This form helps the Colombian authorities to pre-register your travel details, making the immigration process quicker and more efficient.

The Check-Mig Application Process

The process of how to apply for the Check-Mig form is straightforward. Let’s break it down into simple steps:

• Online Registration : Visit the official website of Migración Colombia, https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf, ideally within 24 hours to 1 hour before your flight. Register for an account if you haven’t already done so.

Filling Out the Form : After logging in, fill out the Check-Mig form with accurate personal, flight, and health information. Details like passport number, flight number, and accommodation in Colombia are necessary.

Form Submission : Once you have filled in all the required fields, submit the form online.

Confirmation Receipt : After submission, you will receive a confirmation. Keep a copy of this confirmation, whether digital or printed, as you will need to present it upon your arrival in Colombia.

It’s important to fill out the form correctly to avoid any delays in your travel plans. Incomplete or inaccurate information may result in additional screening or denial of entry.

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The Check-Mig form is not just a bureaucratic step; it’s an important part of ensuring safe and secure travel. It allows authorities to have prior knowledge of who is entering or leaving their country, thus managing immigration more effectively.

Tips for Completing the Check-Mig Form

• Be Accurate : Double-check all the information you provide. Inaccuracies could cause delays or issues upon your arrival.
• Have Documentation Ready : Have your passport, ticket, and travel itinerary handy to ensure the information you enter is consistent with your travel documents.
• Online Access : Make sure you have internet access to complete the form within the required time frame.

Who Needs to Complete the Check-Mig Form?

All travelers, regardless of nationality, age, or reason for travel, must complete the Check-Mig form when entering or exiting Colombia. This includes Colombians returning home, foreign tourists, business travelers, and residents.

Useful Information to Have on Hand

Before you begin the Check-Mig application process, ensure you have the following information:

• Valid passport or travel document number
• Flight information, including airline and flight number
• Address where you will stay in Colombia or from where you will depart
• Emergency contact information

This information will ensure your form submission is accurate and accepted by the immigration authorities.

What Happens After Submitting the Check-Mig Form?

Submitting the form is just the first step. Here’s what you can expect after you’ve completed your Check-Mig form:

• At the Airport : Show your confirmation to the immigration officers. This can help you pass through immigration controls more quickly.
• In Case of Errors : If there are errors on your form or if you could not submit it, you may be able to complete it at the airport. However, this could delay your process and is not recommended.
• Compliance With Immigration Rules : Submitting the Check-Mig form doesn’t exempt you from any visa requirements. Ensure you comply with all other Colombian immigration and visa regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Check-Mig Form

Q: Is there a fee for the Check-Mig form? A: No, completing the Check-Mig form is free of charge.

Q: Can I fill out the Check-Mig form on behalf of someone else? A: Yes, if you are traveling with minors or someone who needs assistance, you can complete the form for them.

Q: Do I need to fill out the Check-Mig form for stopovers or transits through Colombia? A: Yes, the form is required for all types of entries into Colombia, including transits and stopovers.

Understanding and completing the Colombia Check-Mig Form is an essential part of your travel preparation. While it might seem like an additional step, it’s designed to enhance your security and facilitate a smoother entry into the country. Preparing ahead and following the instructions carefully can help you avoid any unnecessary stress upon your arrival in Colombia. Safe travels!

So there you have it, amigos! The Colombia Check-Mig Form may seem like a little extra paperwork, but it’s all for a good cause – making your travels more secure and convenient. Remember to keep those details accurate, have your documents ready, and submit the form online. And hey, if you want to dive deeper into the wonderful world of travel visas and tips, head over to visaverge.com for more helpful info. Happy travels, tech-savvy explorers!

This Article in a Nutshell:

The Colombia Check-Mig Form is required for all travelers entering or leaving Colombia. It’s an online form that helps streamline immigration procedures and improve national security. Complete the form accurately, have required documentation on hand, and submit it before your travel. Safe travels!

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Entry Requirements for Colombia: Travel Documents and Advice

If you wish to travel to Colombian territory, you’ll need to meet a series of requirements to enter the country . These may vary depending on your place of origin and the reason for your trip.

In all cases, the requirements to enter Colombia in 2024 include completing the Check-Mig form for pre-registration of your trip. Find out everything you need to know here.

What Do I Need to Travel to Colombia?

To enter Colombia, all travelers must meet the country's entry requirements, which include having the following documentation :

• Valid passport
• Return journey to Colombia
• Completed Check-Mig form
• Valid visa (if required)

Although the Check-Mig form was implemented as a health measure during the pandemic, today it’s a mandatory requirement to enter or leave the country .

Do I have to give biometric information to enter Colombia?

Migración Colombia, the country's immigration authority, has implemented a system called Biomig that records the biometric data of passengers . This helps to streamline the entry and exit process.

The data collected to enter Colombia is divided into:

• Biographical data
• Visa information (if needed)
• Travel itineraries
• Accommodation details

Biomig should not be confused with the Check-Mig application. Biomig is for voluntary use , while Check-Mig is mandatory.

Countries With Entry Requirements for Colombia

Certain nationalities must have a visa to enter Colombia. This applies regardless of the reason for travel.

Check the complete list of nations for which a visa is required to visit Colombia:

(*) Visa exempt if you have an American visa or Schengen visa valid for more than 180 days at the time of entering Colombia

What Type of Visa Do I Need for Colombia?

If you’re a national of one of the countries on the list above, and do not fall under the visa exemption policy, you must apply for a visitor visa (type V) .

This type of visa is intended for foreigners who wish to visit Colombia more than once for short periods of time.

If you intend to work or reside in Colombia , you must contact the country's authorities to find out the type of visa you should apply for.

What countries are visa-exempt for Colombia?

Citizens of over 80 countries are visa-exempt for Colombia for stays of up to 90 days:

FAQs About Entry to Colombia

Is it safe to travel to colombia.

Security in Colombia has significantly improved over the years, and large urban centers are considered reasonably safe .

You can enjoy the main tourist areas of the country with peace of mind, including:

• Cartagena de Indias
• Islands of San Andrés and Providencia
• City of Leticia in the Amazon

What happens if I do not complete the Colombia entry form?

According to the Colombian Government, travelers who do not complete the Check-Mig form may be denied entry or exit from the country.

How long can I stay in Colombia as a tourist?

Visa-exempt visitors traveling to Colombia for short-term purposes, such as vacations, can stay in the country for up to 90 days . This stay can be extended to a maximum of 180 days by contacting the country's immigration authorities.

How much money can I bring to Colombia as a tourist?

Foreign visitors can bring up to $10,000 USD per visit without needing to declare it, provided the stay does not exceed the allowed 180 days. Currency over this limit must be declared to the National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN).

You can exchange euros and dollars for Colombian pesos at banks with your passport. Note that most businesses do not accept payments in dollars.

What vaccines do I need to enter Colombia?

Currently, it’s not mandatory to present vaccination certificates to enter Colombia.

The only vaccine requirement is for certain travelers who must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate . This applies to those visiting national parks (such as the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, Tayrona Park, and Amazon reserves) and visitors coming from Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Brazil.

Learn more about the recommended vaccines for traveling to Colombia .

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International Consultant - CEO of Ricardo Yela International Consultant

Ricardo Yela, an international consultant and CEO of Ricardo Yela International Consultant, has 14 years of experience with visas and immigration processes in 193 countries.

He holds a degree in Political Science and possesses a systematic and accurate understanding of laws. He provides assistance and advice by considering the client’s sociological context. He’s currently an expert at Colombia-CheckMig.com.

What is the Check-MIG and when do you need to present it to travel to Colombia?

Introduction to check-mig: definition and objectives.

Imagine a world where international travel is seamless, secure and free from tedious administrative hurdles. With this in mind, the Check-MIG has been introduced. But what does this initiative really mean and what are its primary objectives? Today, we take a look inside the world of Check-MIG to dispel preconceptions and understand its vital impact on international mobility.

Check-MIG is first and foremost an innovative system designed to simplify entry and exit procedures for international travellers. Its technical name may be off-putting, but its purpose is highly commendable: to optimise migration checks while guaranteeing a high level of security for the country using it. As a genuine bridge between national security and border crossing facilitation, Check-MIG provides a pragmatic response to today's immigration challenges.

Improving the experience of travellers is a leitmotiv. By providing information in advance of their journey, people can prepare themselves properly and avoid often stressful setbacks. What's more, by enabling better preparation on the part of the immigration services, the authorities can concentrate on their core business: protecting and welcoming people.

Ultimately, the deployment of Check-MIG reflects a desire to make international travel more accessible and safer for everyone. In this age of globalisation, where cross-border travel is commonplace, this system is an undeniable tool for governments wishing to offer an appropriate response to the challenges of migration while enhancing the experience of travellers.

The Check-MIG registration process step by step

Dear travellers, if you are planning to travel to or from Colombia, the Check-MIG is an essential step that should not be overlooked. Follow this practical guide carefully to complete your registration process with ease. Rest assured, I'm here to guide you through each step with clarity and precision.

Create your account on the Check-MIG platform

First of all, go to the official Check-MIG website and create a user account. It's simple and secure:

• Enter your personal details: surname, first name, passport number, etc.
• Choose a reliable password and memorise it; it will be the key to accessing your account.
• Confirm your registration via the verification e-mail sent by the system.

Detailed completion of the form

In this second phase, you will be asked to enter details about your trip:

• Log in to your Check-MIG account.
• Select the option corresponding to your situation: 'Entry' or 'Exit' from Colombia.
• Fill in the form with the information requested: travel dates, flight, accommodation, etc.

Validation and receipt of Check-MIG confirmation

Once you have carefully carried out the usual checks and submitted your form:

• Make sure you receive a confirmation email; this indicates that your registration has been processed.
• Print or save the receipt you receive on your mobile phone; you will be asked for it when you check in at the airport.

The day of the trip

Finally, the long-awaited day has arrived:

• Go to the airport with all your travel documents, including your Check-MIG confirmation.
• Show the immigration officer your Check-MIG form to facilitate the control procedures.

With this guide, you'll have everything you need to successfully complete your Check-MIG registration. Simple, isn't it? Don't forget, careful preparation for your trip is the key to a calm and rewarding experience. Enjoy your trip!

Key moments: When to submit the Check-MIG form?

If you're planning a trip to Colombia, or just back from one, you're probably wondering when to submit the Check-MIG form ? This form is an essential step in ensuring your safe and legal entry into and exit from Colombia. Let me guide you through the key stages in submitting this essential document.

Before you leave: anticipation and organisation

Submitting your Check-MIG form should be one of your priorities as soon as your trip is confirmed. This document must be completed within 72 hours before your flight . But don't leave it to the last minute! The information you provide must be accurate and in line with your situation.

When is the best time to fill?

Choose a time when you are calm and have all the necessary travel information at hand. Make sure you also have your passport and flight details to hand. Book 1 to 2 hours before the 72-hour limit could be ideal for avoiding setbacks.

Last-minute changes

What if your plans change? Bear in mind that the Check-MIG form can be modified up to 2 hours before your flight . This gives you room to manoeuvre in the event of unforeseen changes to your travel itinerary.

Just before the flight: Important check

Shortly before the flight, carry out a final check of your Check-MIG form. It's crucial to check that all the details are correct and match your official documents. If you detect an error, take immediate steps to correct it.

Arrival: Preparing for immigration

When you arrive, immigration officers will ask to see your Check-MIG form. You must be able to present either a paper copy or an electronic version. Make sure your phone is charged if you opt for the second option.

Leaving the Territory: Lest We Forget

Don't forget that the Check-MIG form is not only required on entry to Colombia, but also on leaving the country. The same rules apply: complete the form within 72 hours of your departure and keep a copy for presentation to the authorities.

By following these tips, you'll avoid unnecessary stress and contribute to a smoother, more seamless border crossing process. Preparation is key, and when it comes to immigration, it's not only wise, it's absolutely necessary. Submit your Check-MIG form in good time and travel with peace of mind!

FAQs and Tips for a Safe Trip to Colombia

Faqs for a safe trip to colombia.

Plan a trip to Colombia can raise a lot of questions, especially for first-timers. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions to help you prepare for your trip with peace of mind.

Tips for a safe trip to Colombia

Here are a few tips to help your trip to Colombia is not only memorable, but also free of unnecessary stress.

• Learn some basic phrases in Spanish English: Although English can be understood in tourist areas, speaking Spanish will make your local interactions much easier.
• Use Colombian pesos The local currency is the Colombian peso. It is cheaper to pay in local currency than in dollars or euros.
• Stay connected in a cost-effective way Buy a local SIM card to access the Internet without breaking the bank with roaming.
• Discover the local gastronomy Colombia offers a varied and delicious cuisine. Don't forget to try Colombian coffee, reputed to be one of the best in the world.
• Adapt your itinerary Colombia is a multi-faceted country. Be sure to include destinations such as Bogotá, Medellín and Tayrona National Park to discover its diversity.

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What is the Colombia Check-MIG Form and How You Can Get It

• June 28, 2021

Colombia has recently introduced a novel health declaration form to further prevent the spread of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic. Anyone who desires to travel to Colombia amid the coronavirus will be required to first fill out and complete the Colombia Check-MIG before entering the country premises. It is also important to note what the current situation is in Colombia. Natvisa.com is keeping passengers updated with the fast evolving entry measures to Colombia.

Across the world, governmental bodies have successfully implemented health certificates similar to the Colombia Check-MIG form in response to this global pandemic. The travel information and contact provided can be effectively used to track all the overseas visitors and minimize the infection rate. 

After registering all your details with the virtual Colombia Check-MIG system, visitors are issued a barcode and reference number. All international travels are required to present proof of these two things upon their arrival to Colombia. In this guide, you will learn everything regarding the Check-MIG and application process so you can easily travel to Colombia. 

Colombia Check-MIG Form: A Basic Introduction

The Colombia Check-MIG is a new and mandatory travel document form that each visitor should have for the purpose of entering or leaving Colombia. This particular form needs to be completed and submitted 24 hours before any visitor wishes to travel across the Colombian border and at least an hour prior to taking off.

This Colombia Check-MIG enables a single entry to Colombia. So, travelers must have the Check-MIG for entering the borders and going back home for control at the border. This particular document was introduced to build a safer environment for border control officials and foreign travelers.

During the novel Covid-19 pandemic, the Colombia Check-MIG application form serves as an essential document to reduce the contract amidst border point workers and passengers. 

List of eligible countries for the Colombia Check-MIG

All countries are eligible for the Check-MIG travel form. Citizens from every country need to carry this essential document with themselves while crossing the Colombian borders. 

When Should I Apply for the Colombia Check-MIG?

Anyone who wishes to go to Colombia must first apply for the Check-MIG within 24 hours prior to their flight takeoff. The maximum time before it is a must to have your Check-MIG ready and with you is an hour before departure.

How long does it take to apply for Check-MIG?

It takes just a few minutes to make an application online, and you can do it from anywhere you want. Just fill the application questionnaire with your personal details such as your name, travel details, email id, and health-related information if you have previously stayed in quarantine/isolation.

Then, pay the service charges. Luckily, there is no need to visit the Embassy to obtain this document. Each applicant can simply receive a confirmation of the Check-MIG via an email provided while applying online.

Colombia Check-MIG validity period

After you receive a confirmation message regarding your Colombia Check-MIG, it will remain valid for a total of 30 days. Any visitor who intends to cross the Colombian border must own a copy of the Check-MIG travel document upon departure or arrival from/to the country.

Also, note that whenever you are crossing the Colombian borders, you will be needing a new Colombia Check-MIG copy every time! The Check-MIG only serves as a single entry, whether you are entering the country or leaving for home. 

Documents Required for the Colombia Check-MIG Application

Anyone who wishes to travel to Colombia must fill out the Colombia Check-MIG application form, which can be obtained effortlessly. All you need is a stable internet connection and a workable device to complete the Check-MIG application form.

Once done, you will receive it through an email within 24 hours. Just tap on the Apply Online button and fill out all the essential information required in the application form. Each traveler is required to enter the following data in their application forms before they visit Colombia:

• Select if you are departing from or arriving in Colombia.
• Select the means of transportation you will use for crossing the borders of Colombia (land, air, river, or sea.)
• Date of entry/departure Colombia
• Border crossing point
• The route of your destination 
• Approximate time of border crossing
• Country of origin
• Your flight booking code
• The type of flight (regular flight, charter or commercial/humanitarian)
• Information regarding your current health status. 

Apart from their travel itinerary information, applicants are required to provide their personal details too. Furthermore, the Check-MIG must support the fact that your health status is stable and allows you to travel to Colombia. Hence, applicants also need to answer an additional set of health-related questions. The Covid-19 questionnaire entails details regarding:

• If you have experienced any of the following systems in the past fourteen days: coughing, fatigue, shortness of breath, fever, sore throat, malaise.
• If you have had any contact with somebody showing any of the symptoms mentioned above. 
• If you have been in quarantine or isolation. 
• If you have been tested for the novel Covid-19.
• If you have tested positive for Covid-19 in the past fourteen days.

Requirements on arrival

All visitors need to carry 2 primary documents when they arrive in Colombia. Also, you should carry all the required documents for control of the Colombian customs officials at the Colombian airport or upon control at the sea/land/river borders. The two essential documents are:

• A copy of your Check-MIG, completed within a max of 24 hours before your travel date.
• A valid travel document

It is important to note that the Check-MIG doesn’t work as a visa permit to Colombia. Nor does it replace a visa permit for anybody who requires it to cross country borders.

Check-MIG is a compulsory travel document for anybody who’s entering or exiting from Colombia during the time of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic. Even if anybody is permitted to enter Colombia without a visa, it is still mandatory to have a Check-MIG for entry/exit. 

Steps to Apply for your Colombia Check-MIG Form

1.    apply online.

The application form is 100% digital and is available at natvisa.com. Applicants can quickly fill it in, complete it, and pay the fees via PayPal or credit card. 

2.    Get your Health Declaration via Email

Getting your Colombia Check-MIG is now easier than ever. There's no need to visit the Embassy anymore. Everything has been digitized for your convenience so that you don’t have to give up your valuable time. 

3.    Take your trip to Colombia!

Once done, you just need to present the Health Declaration and your passport upon your arrival at the airport.

A Health Declaration is mandatory for every applicant to enter the Colombia borders.  Apply Now  for your Colombia Check-MIG form because this essential document will have you traveling to Colombia in no time.

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Check MIG Colombia

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The Colombian Government decided to introduce the requirement to complete the form in order to ensure the safe movement of international travelers as well as protect the country’s citizens during the still-ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Every traveler must remember to submit the Check-MIG form within 24 hours prior to every intended entry to Colombia. The form can be completed 1 hour before the flight start at the latest.

Please note that the Colombian Check-MIG entitles you only to one entry to the country, which is why you should remember to fill out a new form any time you plan to cross the Colombian borders.

The approved form stays effective for 30 days from the date of its approval. Remember to use it within its validity period.

In order to complete the Check-MIG registration, you will need to fill out a short online form and cover the processing fee. Next, the approved document will be delivered to you via email.

Important: Check-MIG does not function as a Colombian visa. Should your country of origin requires you to obtain a visa to travel to Colombia, you will need to apply for a relevant visa and register for the Check-MIG form as well. Do remember that Check-MIG is mandatory even if you can enjoy visa-free entry to Colombia!

What you need to fill out the Check-MIG Form

Also, prepare your valid passport to enter some essential personal data. Lastly, you will be required to answer a few questions concerning your health status which will allow confirm that you do not pose any health-related danger for other travelers and are able to travel to Colombia.

Most essential COVID-related questions to answer concern:

• recent quarantine/self-isolatation
• having any of the following symptoms within the last 2 weeks (14 days): fatigue, cough, fever, sore throat, malaise, breath shortness, etc.
• contacting a person who could have any of the aforementioned symptoms
• being tested for COVID-19
• being tested (positive) for COVID-19 within the last 14 days

Check-MIG Form application instruction

First of all, make sure you have at hand any Internet-connected electronic device to start your online application. Next, go to the online form and simply follow three very straightforward steps which go as follows:

• Fill out the online form: fill out all the fields in the online form, including providing all necessary details of your trip and status of your health.
• Cover the fee: After providing all of the mandatory information, proceed with paying the processing fee.
• Refresh your email: Once your payment is successfully registered, you will receive the confirmation via email. Also, the approved Check-MIG will arrive at your email address.

Check-MIG validity

Please also remember that Check-MIG must be approved within 24 hrs before boarding time, up to 1 hour before departure at the latest!

Other important information

• A negative COVID-19 test is required only if you have not been fully vaccinated
• There is no need to collect the Check-MIG form confirmation at embassy as document is delivered to the applicant’s email address
• Prepare all health and travel-related information to ensure quick and smooth application
• Make sure to obtain the Check-MIG for all your young travel companions with whom you plan to enter or exit Colombia
• Complete the Check-MIG within 24 hrs to 1 hr before your flight
• Remember to obtain a visa for Colombia (additionally to the Check-MIG) if you cannot enjoy visa exemption

The Colombia Check-MIG is currently an additional travel document obligatory to both enter and exit Colombia amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The form includes all essential details concerning the traveler’s health and travel plans in Colombia.

The form must be completed by everyone planning to cross the Colombian borders through any border point. This requirement applies to travelers irrespective of their age, nationality, or COVID-19 vaccination status.

The Check-MIG application should be completed within 24 hrs prior to planned departure flight. One hour before the flight is the latest moment that one needs to have the already approved Check-MIG.

There are three simple steps to follow, including providing all required details, answering all necessary questions about your travel and health and finally covering the service fee. After that, you will need to check your email inbox and download the approved Check-MIG in PDF format.

Once approved, your Check-MIG will be sent to your email address. Make sure to refresh your email inbox and download the document!

Check-MIG remains valid for 30 days from the date of issue. After that period of time, one needs to complete the new form to enter Colombia. Moreover, Check-MIG can be used only for one entry to the country.

Yes, there is no age exception for submitting the Check-MIG form. Application for underage traveler must be done separately on behalf of their legal guardians or parents.

Foreign travelers who have received the full regimen of COVID-19 vaccination are exempted from testing requirement. Those who are not fully vaccinated need to produce a negative PCR or antigen test no later than 72 hrs prior to the planned boarding.

Check MIG Colombia

Check-mig colombia online application form, what is check-mig colombia and do i need it.

The Colombia Check-MIG is an online form that serves as an obligatory health declaration for any person crossing the Colombian border, no matter if entering or leaving the country’s territory. The form works as a safety measure during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, making it easier for the Colombian authorities to track any possible cases within the country and get in touch with travellers who may have gotten infected while reaching their destination.

The form is a quick-to-fill online declaration that must be completed within a time period of 24 hours to one hour before crossing the Colombian border. Appropriate authorities do check if each person has their own confirmation of completing the Check-MIG form.

Completing the Colombian Check-MIG takes minutes and can be done using any device with an internet connection from any place.

How do I complete the Check-MIG form?

To complete the Check-MIG form with professional assistance of travel experts, you can use our website for a quick and intuitive application process. Prepare the details of your upcoming trip (to or from Colombia) and using any device with a stable internet connection complete the form by providing the required information. Completing this step should not take you longer than a few minutes, but do make sure to double-check the given information to ensure it’s free from any possible mistakes or errors before submission.

Next, cover the service fee and wait for a confirmation email to be delivered. Once the email containing your confirmation of Check-MIG completion arrives, print it out and present to the border officials upon your travel.

Information to provide in the Colombian Check-MIG form

Travelers completing the Check-MIG form must provide relevant information regarding:

• Their upcoming trip to or from Colombia, including the approximate time of crossing the border, point of border crossing, way of travel etc.
• Their personal and contact details
• Their health status, including Covid-19-related information

Providing correct and up-to-date information can only speed up the border processes, as well as the time in which the Colombian Check-MIG is being processed. Make sure to check your completed form thoroughly and look for any mistakes or missing information to have your form processed as quickly as possible and cross the Colombian border without encountering any problems.

The correct information also helps the Colombian Government in keeping the Covid-19 situation within their country under control.

What happens after I submit my application?

The Colombian authorities process your online application and issue a confirmation of completing the Colombian Check-MIG.

The confirmation is then delivered to your email address provided while completing the application form.

Providing a correct email address is crucial to receive the needed document on time. Double-check which email address you provide and make sure it does not contain any errors or misspellings since this could lead to your confirmation not being delivered.

Print out the received document or save it as an electronic copy to be able to present it to the Colombian border officials when crossing the border.

Apply online for Check-MIG Colombia:

Remember to fill out your health declaration within 24 hours of crossing the Colombian border.

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Entry requirements

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of the current rules for the most common types of travel.  

The authorities in Colombia set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Colombian Embassy in the UK (in Spanish). 

COVID-19 rules 

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Colombia. 

Passport validity requirements 

To enter Colombia, your passport must be valid on entry. However, Colombian immigration authorities recommend your passport has an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you plan to leave.  

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.  

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen. 

Dual nationals  

If you’re a British-Colombian dual national, you must enter and leave Colombia using your Colombian passport and Colombian identification card (Cedula). 

Visa requirements 

You can visit Colombia for up to 90 days without a visa for business or tourism, at the discretion of the Colombian immigration officer on arrival.  

You must be able to show an onward or return ticket valid within the 90-day period. 

If you have a Colombian visa with more than 90 days of validity, you must register the visa at a Migración Colombia office (in Spanish) or register the visa online within 15 days of arrival in Colombia. If you do not register, you may get a fine. Check the latest entry requirements with the Colombian Consulate General in London before you travel. 

You may be able to extend your stay once you are in Colombia by up to 120 days by applying at the immigration office Migración Colombia (in Spanish). As a visitor, you cannot remain in Colombia for more than 180 days in any 12-month period.

If you overstay your visa, you could be fined, or be deported at your own cost. 

Checks at border control 

Make sure you get your passport stamped. 

If you enter Colombia by land, sea or river, make sure the immigration authorities stamp your passport. If it is not stamped, you could get a fine when you leave. If the immigration office on the border is closed, go to the nearest office of Migración Colombia (in Spanish). 

You must fill in the ‘Check-Mig’ form between 72 hours and one hour before you travel to Colombia. You will receive a confirmation email that you will need to show to immigration officials when you arrive. 

Travelling through Colombia 

You can travel through Colombia on your way to another country as long as you meet  Colombia’s entry requirements . You do not need to fill in the ‘Check-Mig’ form for internal flights in Colombia, including transit flights. 

Travelling with children 

Children aged 17 and under who have resident status in Colombia and who are travelling on a British passport need a notarised letter of permission from any non-accompanying parents or parent (in Spanish). The letter must be authenticated by a notary or by a Colombian consulate. You can get more information from Migración Colombia (in Spanish) or by contacting the Colombian Consulate in the UK (in Spanish). 

San Andres Archipelago 

If you’re travelling to the islands of San Andres, Providencia or Santa Catalina, you must buy a tourist card from the boarding gate, on the day of the flight. You do not need one if you’re staying less than 24 hours. 

Departure tax 

Departure tax is usually included in the price of the airline ticket, but check with your airline.  

Vaccine requirements  

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Colombia guide .

Depending on your circumstances, these may include a yellow fever vaccination certificate. 

Customs rules 

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Colombia (in Spanish). You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. 

Taking money into Colombia 

You can bring up to 10,000 US dollars-worth of any currency into Colombia. You must declare anything above this amount with the National Tax and Customs Directorate (DIAN) (in Spanish).  

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Colombia Entry Requirements

We want you to have a smooth and stress-free travel experience. Here, you will find up-to-date information regarding entry and exit requirements for visiting Colombia.

General entry requirements

• Valid passport (it is recommended to have a passport that is valid for a minimum of 6 months).
• Travelers must complete Colombia’s online check-mig form within 72 hours of entering the country.
• You can enter with a maximum of $10,000 cash or its’ equivalent in any currency.

COVID entry requirements:

• Vaccination is not required.
• COVID-19 testing is not required.
• Quarantine is not required.
• Restaurants & bars are open.
• Masks are no longer required in buildings and/or public transportation.

Do I need any other vaccines to enter Colombia?

No, American citizens are not required to have any vaccinations to enter Colombia. However, some national parks and reserves may require vaccination against yellow fever. If transiting through Brazil, Uganda or the Democratic Republic of Congo, vaccination against yellow fever is required if greater than 12 hours was spent in the country (including the airport).

Are there travel restrictions in place?

No. There are no restrictions on interstate travel at this time.

Is there a curfew?

No. Curfews established during the COVID pandemic have been removed.

Do I need a Visa to enter Colombia?

No. Travelers from The United States with a valid passport do not need a Visa to enter Colombia. On arrival, immigration officials will provide a tourist stamp (in your passport book) that lasts 90 days. If you would like to stay longer, you can apply for a 90-day renewal via Colombia’s official online immigration portal . Visitors from the United States are allowed to stay in Colombia for a total of 180 days per calendar year. If you want to live and/or work in Colombia for a longer period of time, a different visa type would be required.

Additional requirements for entry:

• Proof of onward flight . (officials will ask to see a flight itinerary to ensure a ticket has been purchased to leave the country within 90 days). You will have to change flights if staying longer than 90 days.
• Immigration officials will ask for a Colombian contact number (hotel or friends’ phone number where you can be reached).
• They will ask to see booking information (hotel and/or Airbnb information). If staying with friends or family you will want to have their address information. For a hassle-free experience print all booking information and receipts before arriving.

They will also ask why you are visiting (tourism, business, sports, friends). Just answer honestly.

For additional information visit the U.S. Embassy in Colombia . Entry and exit requirements are subject to change at any time. We will keep this page updated with changes.

Exit requirements:

• Valid passport
• Travelers must complete Colombia’s online check-mig form within 72 hours of exiting the country.
• There is a departure tax (this tax is usually bundled in with the cost of airline tickets but in some instances may need to be paid at the airport). The departure tax is around 30 USD depending on exchange rates at the time.
• You are allowed to bring up to $800 of duty free goods back to the United States (this includes up to 200 cigarettes, 100 cigars and one bottle of alcohol). If you bring back more than $800 worth you will have to pay a duty tax.
• You can carry a maximum $10,000 cash or its’ equivalent in any currency.

We hope this article answered all of your questions regarding Colombia entry requirements. We will routinely check for changes and update this content as appropriate. Now, take a moment to review some “ safety tips ” related to travel in Colombia.

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Before you board a plane to or from Colombia, there’s a form you must complete—it's not a visa, but it's just as important .

The Colombia Check-MIG Form is an electronic form that helps to manage the immigration control process for everyone entering and leaving Colombia. All travelers—citizens, residents, and visitors alike, regardless of visa status—must fill it out when flying in or out of the country .

In the past, many have found the Check-MIG Form challenging to complete due to frequent system downtimes and unclear confirmation of whether it’s been successfully submitted. We're here to help simplify this process so you can focus on planning the rest of your trip. Let's get started.

Step-by-step guide to completing the Check-MIG Form

We provide a service that handles Colombia Check-MIG Form applications. You’ll get access to a simplified application form that’s easy to understand and fill out (it will take you less than 15 minutes!).

Once you're done, one of our visa experts will review your application to ensure it’s filled out correctly and error-free. This helps prevent issues such as being denied entry or delayed at departure. We recommend completing the Check-MIG Form at least 72 hours before you intend to travel .

Here are the steps to complete the form:

Step 1: Enter your personal and travel details on our website or via the iVisa app .

Step 2: Make sure that all your information is accurate. Choose your preferred processing time and pay the service fee with a credit or debit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

Step 3: Finish filling out the form, upload the required documents, and submit your application.

After completing these steps, you’ll receive a confirmation via email. Keep a digital or printed copy of this confirmation, as you’ll need to present it when you arrive in Colombia.

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COLOMBIA CHECK MIG FORM- REQUIREMENTS, TIMELINE & MORE

By Deb Pati last updated on November 21, 2023

So you are all ready for the Colombian adventure, probably bought the tickets and go that travel insurance. You already know about the vaccination requirements and RT-PCR tests.

You check the Airline websites over and over. No one wants to be denied boarding, right?

That was what I and my Colombian wife were like when we planned to fly to Colombia a month ago. And barely 3 days before our travel, we came across something we had totally missed: Check Mig Colombia Form.

So you got your Colombia tourist visa, and you are planning your next trip to this beautiful country. Maybe you are planning to go and work in Colombia. It doesn’t matter.

And trust me when we say this, they actually chew out Colombians at immigration who forget to fill in the Check Mig Colombia. If you are a foreigner, you can be sure as hell that they will do much more than just chew you out.

The purpose of this article is to make sure that anyone traveling to Colombia knows what the Colombia Check-MIG is all about and how to get it without spending a penny.

So now that we know your journey to Colombia comes with the Chek Mig, let’s see why in the world, would you need this.

What Is Check Mig Colombia Exactly?

Since the Covid-19 outbreak, lots of countries have come up with ways to fasten immigration and make sure that international arrivals fulfill all the health requirements to enter the country.

For example, India has the Air Suvidha Form . Qatar has Ehteraz Pre Approval. We did both of them as well, in case you are interested to know.

Similarly, Colombia has Check Mig, which in Spanish is referred to as formulario check mig Colombia.

The Colombia Check-MIG form is nothing but a travel authorization document for international travelers.

Here is the Check Mig Colombia official website: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf

It is a mandatory form that can be asked by the Airline before boarding and at immigration when entering the country. In our case, we were asked for it at both places.

Does Everyone Need to Fill in Check Mig Colombia?

Yes, everyone needs to do it.

It doesn’t matter whether you have the Covid-19 vaccine or RT-PCR test, whether you are a citizen or resident or whether you are a distant relative of Shakira. You have to complete the Colombia check Mig Form.

When to Apply Colombia CheckMig?

You need to fill out the Check Mig Colombia Form within 72 hours of boarding your flight. The latest you need the Check-MIG is 1 hour before your flight.

What are the Requirements for Colombia Check Mig?

The Check Mig Colombia Form requirements are pretty straightforward.

Unlike some other health declaration forms such as Air Suvidha for India or Ehteraz registration , you don’t need to upload any documents while filling in the Check Mig form.

You would need to have the following documents handy and submit the info from them.

• A valid passport
• Flight ticket
• Accommodation details
• A Colombia Visa if you have it
• Passport details for minor children if they travel with you

Do you need to do Check-Mig to leave Colombia?

No, speaking from first-hand experience, there is no need to submit the Check Mig Form when leaving Colombia. You only need to do it in order to enter Colombia.

We know that the form has the option to fill it out when you leave Colombia, but in practice, it is not followed. However, it is probably not a bad idea to do it in case you got time and in case they ask for it.

How to Complete Check Mig Colombia Form in 5 Steps?

Head over to the Colombia checkmig official website .

Click on the green notepad icon.

Step 1: Fill out Travel Info

Click on Aereo if you are flying in.

Terrestre means land border entry. Marítimo stands for seaport entry. Fluvial means entry by the river.

In Tipo de Registro , choose Ingreso a Colombia .

Ciudad de Ingreso al País stands for the border checkpoint through which you will be entering Colombia.

Fecha viaje stands for the date you will be traveling.

When you provide the Vuelo comercial , make sure to provide only the number part of your flight. When you do, it would automatically pull in the details of the flight and populate some of the relevant fields.

Here is a screenshot to help you out.

After this, you can fill in the Pais de procedencia , which is nothing but the country of origin.

After that, click on Continuar.

Step 2: Provide Personal Details

On the next page, you would need to provide personal details such as

• Passport number
• First name and Last name. In case you have more than one first name and last name, you would need to provide them.
• Date of birth
• Country of birth
• Whether you are entering Colombia with a visa

Once done, scroll down to fill in the visa details in case you are entering with a visa. You need to provide the purpose of your travel first, and the visa type would be populated automatically.

Following that, you need to fill in

• Visa number
• Country where the visa was issued
• Issue date of the visa
• Visa expiry date

In tne next section, for address, fill in

• Telephone number

Click on Continuar .

Step 3: Provide Details of Health Issues

On the next page of the Colombia Check Mig Form, you need to answer the following questions:

• Are you vaccinated against Covid-19?
• In the last 14 days, have you had any of these issues?( Fever, fatigue, cough, throat pain, breathing difficulties, feeling bad in general)
• Have you tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 14 days? If yes, then you shouldn’t travel.
• In the last 15 days, have you been in : South Africa, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Angola or Zambia?
• Are you registered with BIOMIG service?

After choosing your answers, click on Continuar .

Step 4: Are you Travelling with Children?

On the next page, you would be asked whether you are traveling with children or minors. In case you are, you can choose Si. It will open up a pop-up where you can fill in the personal details for your children.

After that, click on Continuar .

Step 5: Submit the form.

Finally, you would fill in the captcha and agree to the terms and conditions, and click on GUARDAR Y ENVIAR PREREGISTRO.

After this, you would be able to download the pre-registration report or Check Mig Colombia PDF for entering Colombia, referred to as Confirmación de Pre-Registro Migratorio in Spanish.

It would be a PDF that you can save on your phone or take a printout.

If you have not received an email within an hour, you can consult the Migración Colombia through a contact form . You can do the same in any error or if you notice Check Mig Colombia not working for some reason.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. is the colombia check mig a visa.

The Check-MIG form for Colombia is a requirement to enter Colombia. This must not be confused with a type of visa or entry permit. Whether you are visa-exempt for Colombia or need a Colombia visitor visa , work visa or any other permit, or you are a Colombian citizen, you need to fill this in.

2. What Is The Processing Time for Colombia Check-MIG Form?

Once you have submitted the form, you would receive the confirmation within 24 hours usually, although in some cases, it can take around 72 hours.

3. Can I Edit My Information during The Check-MIG Application Form?

Not really. There is no section that allows you to do that. In case you made a mistake, you would simply need to go back by clicking on the Atras or back button.

4. How is the Entry Process in Colombia with CheckMig?

In order to enter Colombia, you would need to show the following.

• Any visa if you need them
• Check-Mig Form
• Any Covid test and vaccination proof depending on where you are traveling from.

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About Deb Pati

Deb Pati is the founder of The Visa Project. He has lived and traveled in many countries. When he is not travelling, he is either working or writing.

Reader Interactions

April 27, 2022 at 12:59 am

Thankyou very much….. Your comments are intelligent, well reasoned and communicate clearly. I say this with some authority, for the recent inarticulate drivel I had read about Check Mig recently is astronomical! Muchas Gracias! Your comments are a breathe of fresh air!

April 27, 2022 at 5:38 pm

Thank you Gregory. Your comments mean a lot.

July 29, 2022 at 6:00 pm

When I go to save at the end it keeps asking me to acknowledge the terms and conditions. I can not for the life of me find how to do this!!

July 31, 2022 at 8:49 am

Hi Alicia, You are not seeing a screen like the one in Step 5? Are you trying teh Spanish version?

November 23, 2022 at 9:12 am

Hello Thank you for all this information. I’m going to Colombia tomorrow. I filled in the check mig bur didn’t receive an email. I was born in Colombia, living in the Netherlands and i have two passports. So now no mail and i can’t fill in the form again. What to do?

November 23, 2022 at 2:07 pm

Hi Cecilia, You can download it from https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/consultarpreregistro.jsf

February 1, 2023 at 5:44 pm

Hi Deb Many thanks for this … all was going well until I completed the ‘where are you staying? section. Now when I clicked on ‘continuar’ nothing happens – have tried several times. Help!! I need to finish it this evening 🙁 Dianne

February 2, 2023 at 8:24 pm

Hi Dianne, Have you tried filling it in a different browser or in incognito mode? If not, give it a try in Spanish.

April 12, 2023 at 11:50 am

Hi Gregory Thanks for above very useful but tried to do a dummy run as we are traveling by cruise liner with limited wifi got to first step but not showing anything in Control Migrator so not able to move on i tried a fue days ago to set myself up put all my details in but on the country dropdowns did not show UK OR Great Briton or English did not even show USA we have to fill out on 18th for our visit on 21st is this due to tthe fact i am too early

April 13, 2023 at 2:12 pm

Hi David, Yes, you can fill it out only on or after the 18th, and please check for Reino Unido(UK) or Estados Unidos(USA).

April 27, 2023 at 1:07 am

Cannot get past the question for where u are staying in Columbia we are a transit flight to Quito, Ecuador for a Galapagos cruise with celebrity. We cannot continue onto the nextvpage

May 2, 2023 at 10:23 am

Hi Joe, I did not get your situation correctly. If you need to provide some kind of address, you could book a hostel or hotel, and provide the address and cancel it later or a friend’s address.

June 15, 2023 at 11:32 am

This is excellent information. It saved me $100. Thank you.

June 21, 2023 at 2:17 pm

Awesome!! Glad to know.

January 22, 2024 at 9:57 pm

I am already waiting 16 hours for my Check Mig document, i have the confirmation that PreRegister was done successfully, but nothing arrives. This goes on my nerves…

May 8, 2022 at 2:08 am

Hi thanks so much for the article. I filled out the check mig form and quickly received the confirmation of preregistration. Is that all that I need or is that simply saying that they received my application and there is something more to come? So confusing!

May 9, 2022 at 6:55 am

Hi Amy, yes, that is all you need.

December 23, 2022 at 4:35 pm

Hi deb. I received my confirmation of preregistration email in one minute. You say above , that’s all I need Frequent Q.# 2 says confirmation can take tween 24-72 hours .so could the wait time be 1 minute to 72 hours I’m at the rumichaca border .i put dec. 25 as my entry day. now that I have confirmation I could cross the border sooner? Also I don’t believe I can use contact or download ,they require a flight # Thanks doug

December 23, 2022 at 4:54 pm

Hi Doug, You should be able to download the pre-registration report on https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf by providing your details. That is all you need. The email could work at airports but the PDF is foolproof.

December 23, 2022 at 8:02 pm

But it requires a flight number . I’m walking. Am I missing something.

December 25, 2022 at 10:12 pm

Ah, you could select Terrestre or Land. You can refer to the screenshot on step 1. Then you won’t need to provide flight info.

December 24, 2022 at 2:08 pm

Hi deb I’m not very computer experienced. When I open the link and tap on the orange icon , i am unable to complete the flight number space and unable to download. Is there any other way to get the PDF ? Thanks doug

December 25, 2022 at 10:19 pm

Hi Doug, Unfortunately, I don’t think there is any other way to download it. I believe the email that you have received will work out. You can take a print out of the same and explain them that you were not able to download it.

May 20, 2022 at 6:38 pm

Thank you. But after I fill out the page with yes/no questions (i checked no to all of them except are you vaccinated, which was y) there is not a continue button.

I am stuck here, unable to advance to the next page. Help!

May 23, 2022 at 11:33 am

Hi Donna, The continuar/continue button should be there. Make sure that you have not clicked on translate to English or any other option. If not, you would need to start from the beginning.

May 25, 2022 at 5:12 pm

The United States is not listed under the country of origin .

May 26, 2022 at 1:19 pm

Yes, it is. Please try to find Estados Unidos.

June 21, 2022 at 8:54 am

Hi do we have to complete another Check Mig if we decide to extend our stay or stay longer than 30 days? Thanks so much for the information.

June 22, 2022 at 4:55 pm

Hi Caroline, No, you don’t need to.

September 26, 2022 at 11:49 am

I notice it’s asks for your address in Colombia which clearly means hotel but it seems you can only input 1 option.

If i want to go to 3 different regions in 4 weeks which means at least 3 hotels, Do i just select the hotel i stay at longest? For instance if i use Bogota as a base point but i go to Nuqui for a week and Leticia for a few days. I can’t think of any logical other way to input this.

September 26, 2022 at 2:29 pm

Hi Therese, You need to put the address of the first hotel where you will be staying. So it will be Bogota.

June 26, 2022 at 4:22 pm

Thank you so much for taking the time for this simple step by step explanation on filling out the Check-Mig form. We did choose to use English, and we got to the last step, and stalled because we could not locate the box with the “check”mark to submit. Our flight was within hours of departure and realizing this form was a non negotiable requirement, we even made copies of every page we filled out, drove 40 miles to the airport, and presented them to the airlines check-in clerk, who refused to accept them. Now, we were in a real panic. Back home 40 miles to the computer, with time running out, and after several calls, we FINALLY got some Customer Service help and together we discovered the “check” mark to submit was located all by itself on the very far left side of the page, and barely visible because of it’s tiny size, NOT below the Capcha box. With one click, we got our email confirmation and just made the flight. Hope this helps anyone who has had the same problem. Thanks again.

June 27, 2022 at 1:45 pm

Wow!! Glad to know everything worked out in the end John.

September 22, 2022 at 12:42 pm

Hi thank you very much spending time to prepare this detailed instruction. I will make my international transfer in Bogota to Rio de Jenario. I will arrive on Delta and Fly out on Avianca 3 hours after arrival. 2 separate airlines tickets. My questions are:

1. What do I fill in for an address in Bogota since I only there for 3 hrs for my other international flight. 2. Since 2 separate airlines tickets; I need to process through passport control, customs and security upon my entry and exit of the country. What about if I am not able to make my transfer after I submitted my exit Check-MiG, will that create a problem when I exit the country again the next day? Do I need to submit a new form on my departure again?

My trip is coming up in a week and I appreciate your comments. Thank you.

September 25, 2022 at 1:14 pm

Hi Pat, I don’t think you need to do this since you are simply transiting and not entering Colombia. As long as you don’t pass through immigration, you would not need this even if you are flying with 2 different airlines. There is an area for transfer and you should be able to take your next flight without going through immigration. And 3 hours are probably not enough to do this anyways.

If you have any luggage to transfer from one airline to the other, see if you can do it without going through immigration. In most international airports, there is a way to do it.

In any case, to be on the safer side, you could fill out one form and have it with you. You don’t need it for departure.

All the best, Deb

September 28, 2022 at 6:14 pm

Is the Check-Mig confirmation of pre-registration all that is needed to take with me from the UK to Colombia. This is all I have!? I’m only transitting through Bogota Airport, Colombia, not actually staying there, I’m on my way to Lima in Peru. But I believe I still need a Check-Mig!? I’d be very grateful of your advice many thanks Julia.

September 30, 2022 at 7:34 am

Hi Julia, You should not need a Check-Mig if you are only transiting. Check-Mig is needed at the immigration, not before that. However, you could try and fill one in just in case, to be on the safer side.

October 2, 2022 at 10:56 pm

I am an Indian Citizen and have Green Card. I hope I don’t need a visa to travel to Bogota Colombia. I’m only transiting through Bogota Airport, Colombia, for 3 days. In the visa section, I entered Green Card details and issue type USA not displaying in the drop-down box, so I updated not applicable. Is it right? Please let me know if I need any additional information to fill Check-Mig.

Appreciate all your help!

Thanks in advance. Rahul

October 4, 2022 at 1:18 pm

Hi Rahul, Yes, you won’t need a visa. And yes, you can leave it as not applicable.

March 14, 2023 at 8:52 pm

So do we select yes or no for Visa? And trip reason should be Tourism..

If I select Yes for Visa, for Visa type option is ‘V’ and if I select no for Visa the Visa type is ‘PT’. Hence so confused what to select. Same thing Indian Citizen with green card.

March 15, 2023 at 10:45 am

You should select No for Visa as you will be entering with the Green Card.

October 8, 2022 at 4:40 am

I made a mistake in writing my name; putting my first name again in the second family name and submitted it already and got confirmation mail. How can I fix it out?

October 12, 2022 at 2:12 pm

Hi Seolae, You could try to get a new one.

October 19, 2022 at 11:37 pm

Hello Deb, our flight to Colombia is on 10/21/22 @ 5 :20pm. I have tried several times to complete the immigration form on line but system rejects it. As I understand that I can fill out within 72 hrs . No luck thus far. I will appreciate your suggestions. Thanks. David

October 20, 2022 at 6:43 am

Hi David, Yes, you can fill it out within 72 hours. Keep on trying with the Spanish version and with different browsers. Is it rejected because of some kind of error on the website?

October 21, 2022 at 9:41 am

I am a Junior and my passport says “SMITH JR” under surname, but I see no field to provide the suffix. Would I include it with my last name e.g. “Smith Jr” or just use Smith when completing the form?

October 22, 2022 at 8:05 am

Hey Jay. Yes, you can simply write your last name as Smith Jr. That should be fine.

October 22, 2022 at 2:26 pm

Am I okay to omit the Jr entirely and just use Smith?

October 23, 2022 at 5:51 am

Think it is better to use Smith Jr. In Colombia, a lot of people have 2 last names and 2 first names, and that is how they would do it.

October 26, 2022 at 9:04 pm

Hi Deb, I filled up all the information in Spanish version but getting a message when I submit. “It is not possible to send the pre-Registration. You already have a record with the same travel data. Verify the information’

Please advise.

October 27, 2022 at 9:06 am

Hi Sameer, Have you filled it out already? That is the only possibility I can think of. If not, simply try with another browser or from another system. Please update how it works out. Will be useful for others.

November 2, 2022 at 12:18 pm

Greetings Deb Thanks for all the useful information. I have a question before I begin completing the form. On my passport, it shows my first and middle name in the ‘Given names’ section. When including my name on the form, do I enter my first and middle name, or just my first name? Thanks in advance.

November 2, 2022 at 2:43 pm

Hi Faye, You can provide your first name and middle name in the name field for the form.

Cheers, Deb

November 3, 2022 at 11:41 am

Thank you Deb!!! Unfortunately, I just realized that i’ve made a mistake on my form. What action of correction would you recommend? Thanks in advance

November 3, 2022 at 2:28 pm

Hey Faye, Have you tried resubmitting it? The problem is that if you have already submitted it, it would not allow you I believe. If it doesn’t work, then simply carry it with you and explain to them if they ask you about the mistake. In my experience, they can cut you some slack depending on the day.

November 3, 2022 at 3:06 pm

Thanks for responding Deb. No, I haven’t tried resubmitting. I figured that it wouldn’t let me since the passport number is already tied to the first application. I’ve already received the confirmation. Do you recommend that I try to submit a second time with the corrected information. Thanks in advance

November 4, 2022 at 10:02 am

Don’t think resubmitting will work Faye. You can try in any case. If it doesn’t work, you can go with the Checkmig that you have.

November 14, 2022 at 5:06 pm

Hi, thanks for all theses informations! Very useful Does it cost something to fill these form ? I read 30$ somewhere but I’m not sure if it’s correct. Thank you Eva

November 15, 2022 at 6:50 am

Hi Eva, No, the form is free.

November 16, 2022 at 5:27 am

Thank you! The date trip is when I start the last leg of my trip enroute to Colombia? For instance if I am scheduled to arrive in Colombia the next morning at 2am, from a flight the evening before, what would be the date of travel? When I depart or when I am set to arrive?

November 18, 2022 at 9:07 am

Hi Daniel, It would be when you depart, ideally.

March 7, 2023 at 1:26 pm

URGENT! FLYING IN 1 DAY. Hey, i did not get an email? Is the downloaded pdf enough?that was provided though the website upon completion? Also the info seems to be like yours in the post. . Is it suppose to be missing some details? Or it is just like that? Can anyone clarify?

March 10, 2023 at 1:17 pm

The downloaded PDF is enough. Hope you already made it.

November 18, 2022 at 6:42 am

Thank you. Without this I would not been able to complete this form correctly.

November 18, 2022 at 9:03 am

November 25, 2022 at 3:43 pm

Did your Colombian wife fill out the form with her US or Colombian passport info. I know I have to have my Colombian passport to enter the country but I also have to buy my plane ticket with my name in the US because I need the US passport to leave the country. I had issues last year because I had a different name on my plane ticket and it was not matching the Colombian passport info when I filled out the form. I can’t remember now what I’m supposed to fill that out with 😞

November 28, 2022 at 5:52 am

My wife only has a Colombian passport. 🙂 In any case, I believe you have to enter with a Colombian passport if you have one. So your name should be the same in both places.

November 29, 2022 at 5:00 am

hi! why do i have to pay 89 canadian dollars to fill check mig colombia, I went in april to colombia and i didnt pay , I forgot to do it and i did it at the airport and got charged.

November 30, 2022 at 5:52 am

Hi Clara, How long did you stay in Colombia? Was it more than 3 months? Then that probably was the exit fee. Check Mig is free.

December 2, 2022 at 6:38 am

Hello, when I try to fill out the form it will not let select the date of when I enter. Do I need to wait exactly 72 hours? The furthest out it lets me choose is the 4 but my flight is the 9th

December 4, 2022 at 11:06 am

Hey MD, No, you can not fill it out if you are flying 3 days after the time when you are filling out the form. For example, if you are flying on the 9th, you can try to fill it put on the 6th.

December 8, 2022 at 2:33 pm

Dec 8: The final questions have changed. The order is different than your screen shot and after covid vax/fever questions, there are questions about monkey pox/rashes.

December 12, 2022 at 3:42 pm

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to post this very helpful information, I sure could have used this a couple of years ago when I missed my flight because the attendant told that I have to have this form done 2 hours before my flight and I ended up having to take another flight and fight with the airline and Expidia to try to get my money back- I ended up having my credit card assist with this, otherwise I would have been out 4K because ia was traveling with my son. May question today is about a fee the I was charged when doing the Check-mig for my mother a month ago, at some point in the application I asked to pay $90 US to process the application, there were other people at the airport who had the same experience- is this legit? I did receive a confirmation which I then showed the attendant and my mother got on the plane, but a fee for this process? US in Canada?

December 16, 2022 at 3:54 pm

Hi Pilar, Sorry to hear about your experience. Sometimes the Airline staff can be too difficult. Did you have to pay the fees when doing the Check Mig? Do you by any chance have a receipt or screenshot of the payment that you can email to [email protected] ?

This is totally free, so I find it strange. A screenshot would help a lot.

December 14, 2022 at 7:26 am

Hi Deb, my flight schedule is Los Angeles to Bogota (arrival @ 6am ), Bogota to Medellin ( departure @ 10am). which city should I enter for Immigration checkpoint/city of entry to country on the entrance form? Much Appreciated 🙂

December 16, 2022 at 3:50 pm

Hi Lauren, It should be Bogota.

December 14, 2022 at 3:19 pm

Question: if a cruise passenger (US citizen) goes to Colombia by cruise ship can he get the necessary entry stamp upon arrival in Cartagena or other Colombian port so that he can stay up to the three month limit and/or renew his visa for another three months before return to the US or another country?

The cruise agencies are vague; some say you can disembark; others say not. Some say you must buy the nonrefundable ticket before they can answer the question. This is a visit to a Colombian friend that is not just for pleasure and fun but important, humanitarian-wise. Flying is out of the question, at least upon arriving there.

A return ticket, Chekc Mig Colombia and US passport would all be in his possession. Why is it so hard to get an answer to this question from travel agencies and US and Colombian embassies? Thank you for your help and knowledge if available. (Would it be better to get a tourist visa to Colombia before leaving the US?)

December 16, 2022 at 7:31 pm

Hi Dale, The first thing that you need to confirm is whether the cruise has a stop in Cartagena or any other port in Colombia or not. Then the next thing you have to confirm with them is whether he will be allowed to end his journey there and leave the cruise permanently. Some of them would not agree with that. Finally, the process of visa stamping. Whether there is an immigration post that can stamp his passport when he embarks? The cruise company can answer this as well. This is the most important part.

A non-refundable ticket is not needed. He can rent one as well : https://thevisaproject.com/blog/tips/10-ways-for-onward-travel-proof/

As a US citizen, he does not need a visa for tourism. So applying for that is out of question.

Please update us on how it goes. Would help everyone else.

December 15, 2022 at 8:22 pm

Hi. I’m leaving for Colombia in less than two days but got stuck on Check-mig. Under “department”, for the address I’ll be staying at, I chose “Bolívar. The next field is required, for “city”, but none are in the menu. It only says “select”, and I can’t click “next”. What to do?

December 16, 2022 at 7:49 pm

Hi, In that case, simply choose the department of the airport where you will land, and then put the whole address in the body.

December 16, 2022 at 9:37 am

Thank you! I’m so thankful I found your article. I tried numerous times, and kept getting “It is not possible to send the Pre-Registration, you already have a record with the same travel data, verify the information”. I just thought it was weird because the form never went through. Plus, I never got an email confirmation. I was frustrated, stressed and getting nervous because I leave within 24 hours. Then, I found your article, and just like you advised, I used the Spanish form. The questions were different from the ones you have in Step 3: Provide Details of Health Issues, though. But since I did the English form so many times, I already knew them by heart! The Spanish form had only one little glitch, but after it was fixed, it just breezed through. I couldn’t believe my eyes. Again, thank you for this very helpful article.

December 16, 2022 at 7:51 pm

Glad to help Jasmine. Have a great trip.

December 20, 2022 at 10:26 am

Hi I am flying to Colombia from uk for a 2 month holiday, I do not have access to a printer, can I use my cell phone to show immigration or airline

December 20, 2022 at 10:09 pm

December 26, 2022 at 6:36 pm

Hi Deb I forgot to save the PDF , SHOULD I RE DO THE PROCESS

December 26, 2022 at 8:02 pm

Hi Tam, You can still download the pre-registration report on https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf by providing your details.

March 5, 2023 at 6:25 pm

to download the report what do you use for the department type

March 8, 2023 at 7:18 pm

You need to provide the passport number and choose passport from the dropdown, and the date of travel.

January 4, 2023 at 8:05 am

hi there, im confused about the time line. some places i see i can fill check mig out 72 hours before my departure and other places say no more than 24 hours before my arrival or no more than 24 hours before my departure. this doesn’t make sense to me if it can take up to 72 hours to process and i have to have my proof of conformation before i get on the plane??

January 4, 2023 at 9:28 am

Hi Gerald, Yes, it is 72 hours before departure. The form itself would not allow you to do it before that. And when you provide your details you can see the date range which allows you to fill in before you do the final submission.

January 7, 2023 at 3:37 pm

hi Deb, thanks for the reply, last night i tried to fill the form out and the site kept freezing and my session kept timing out(page not responding in time), then after 2 or 3 tries of getting half way through i finally got to the end and submitted it. unfortunately it’s saying i’ve already got one submitted with that flight information. my failed attempt must on the system i guess. any ideas here?

January 9, 2023 at 10:50 am

Hi Gerald, Yes. That is my guess. Can you try and see if you can fetch the pre-registration PDF on https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/preregistro.jsf by providing your details?

January 16, 2023 at 3:04 pm

What do they mean by country of origin? origin of what? My Country of residence?

January 16, 2023 at 7:42 pm

Yes, the country whose passport you hold.

January 17, 2023 at 1:55 pm

Doesn’t make sense as the origin question is in first section re travel plans. Having looked on live most people take this to mean where did your journey begin. Personal details section asks for Nationality and residency which follows?

January 17, 2023 at 9:40 am

Great site! Two questions Where do l enter my middle name as it’s in passport Country of origin question- seems to relate to where your journey started as opposed to your birth country ?

January 17, 2023 at 9:23 pm

Hi Atlan, You can add the middle name to the segundo nombre or second name field.

The country of origin is your birth country.

January 19, 2023 at 10:35 pm

Hi Thanks for replying. It probably doesn’t matter but l called the authorities in Columbia. The Mig in part two asks for your nationality and place of birth The origin question in part 1 relates to your journey. So if you flew from panama to Colombia via Germany then the origin is Germany. It’s a means of identifying where you have traveled from. Where your journey began.

January 19, 2023 at 10:41 pm

Sorry should have said from Germany to Colombia via Panama

March 25, 2023 at 5:07 pm

Thank you! That would have been my guess too. My journey starts in Greece and I’ll be traveling through Paris and Amsterdam.

January 25, 2023 at 5:31 pm

Hi Deb, Thanks for the info. I live in Bulgaria and I have a family vacation coming up in Colombia. Unfortunately, it is not possible to open a check mig from Bulgaria. So a friend who lives in Germany will fill it in for me. My question is, if I don’t get a confirmation email, will she be able to download the pdf file and send it to me?

January 26, 2023 at 9:23 pm

Hi Polina, Yes, you will be able to download it from https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/public/consultarpreregistro.jsf

All the best.

January 25, 2023 at 6:11 pm

One more question – since my husband and I have been on boosters since January last year and the children are 11 and 14 years old, should we do a psr test

January 26, 2023 at 9:34 pm

PCR test is not required for entering Colombia but please confirm with the Airline. It’s always the Airlines that seem to be the bad guys, probably a lot more than the immigration officers.

January 26, 2023 at 7:34 pm

Hello, are psr necessary if we have booster vaccines from 1 year ago and the children are under 18

January 26, 2023 at 9:14 pm

Not really Nik.

January 27, 2023 at 11:53 am

Thank you Deb, you are very kind

February 5, 2023 at 10:19 am

Hi there, after submitting my check mig I was able to download the pdf Confirmación de Pre-Registro Migratorio straight away, but never received any email.

Is the PDF enough or is there a final document with the email that we need?

February 6, 2023 at 9:27 am

The PDF is enough.

February 22, 2023 at 4:30 pm

I’m going on a cruise do i still need a check mig? as they don’t say we need one.?

February 24, 2023 at 12:01 pm

Hi Lorraine, I am not so sure about the cruise thing. I believe you don’t.

March 11, 2023 at 4:01 pm

Thanks Deb. I completed the form just now. Sure made me nervous. The contact info was great I used it to get the confirmation as no email as of yet. Was surprised by the Do you have more than one citizenship question. Had to put yes but it is UK so a nice country lol

March 13, 2023 at 12:20 pm

Glad it worked out Ian.

March 20, 2023 at 10:37 pm

Hey there I’m flying from Atlanta to Bogota to Medellín. My friends think immigration checkpoint is Medellín, I think it’s Bogota — what do you say?

If it is Bogota and I can’t convince them what will happen?

March 22, 2023 at 11:40 am

How long is your layover? It could be Medellin I believe, and you could put that in the form. In case they ask, you can reason. They will understand.

March 22, 2023 at 2:06 pm

My layover is 1hr and 45 min. I filled out a form & put Bogota, do I need to redo it and put Medellín? What happens if I get it wrong?

March 24, 2023 at 9:39 am

Well, from the stories that I have heard, you should be just fine I believe. Since you have already done it, let it be that way. They might ask a few questions and you could always reason that since your flight would land in Bogota first, that is your port of entry.

April 5, 2023 at 10:49 pm

My flight is this sat April 8th. However, the month , day and year have a drop down for the flight date but it only has days 5, 6, 7.. Should I wait and try tomorrow or Friday? do the days change? My forst time travelling to Colombia and I am already super stressed about this. I would appreciate your advise.

April 6, 2023 at 8:27 pm

Hi Ada, Please try today. It should work. It displays the dates 3 days starting from the current date.

April 6, 2023 at 2:09 pm

If landing in Bogoto and then changing to another plane to go to Bucaramanga what is my point of entry into Colombia where the Emigration check point will be?

April 6, 2023 at 8:29 pm

Hi John, It should be Bucaramanga in that case since that’s where you would be passing through the immigration I believe. If you do the immigration thing in Bogota, then it would be Bogota.

April 20, 2023 at 7:25 am

Hey there – thanks for the post! Very helpful.

I will like to visit Colombia for tourism purposes and needed some clarification. I hold an Indian passport. I have visited Colombia few times in the past and showed United States H1B visa stamp during entry at the Medellin airport’s immigration check and entry was smooth. My H1B visa stamp is now expired, as I am in the final stages of my US green card process. US Immigration services has provided me a green card based Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and Advance Parole (AP) card that is a valid temporary residence permit and allows me to freely exit and enter the US i.e. the green card based EAD+AP card is a valid card for 180+ days beyond my intended travel to Colombia, and I have used it to travel to India and reenter US .

In this document, I see that the requirement for Indian passport holder is to have a “US residence permit” OR a visa. https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/sites/default/files/FOTOS2020/5488%20del%2022%20de%20julio%20de%202022_0.pdf#page=5 It doesn’t say a US Permanent Residence permit. So, I am assuming that the EAD/AP combo card should be a valid temporary residence permit as that’s how USCIS treats it

My question: Can I travel to Colombia and show my green card application based EAD + AP card as the valid residence permit and be allowed to enter Colombia for tourism purposes? And hence not apply for Colombia visa. I am planning to travel in the next 4-5 days, and hence don’t have the needed time to apply for a consulate at the visa.

April 23, 2023 at 12:40 pm

Hi, Yes, you should be able to travel with the EAD/AP combo card, just like you would with a valid US visa.

February 28, 2024 at 8:49 am

Fantastic. Thanks!

May 24, 2023 at 3:14 pm

Hi there, This information has been very helpful. When completing this form, it asks for the state/department but it’s not giving me the option to choose a city. What is your advise to move to the next page?

May 26, 2023 at 9:25 am

That’s strange. You should get the option when filling in the address. You could refresh and try again just in case.

July 6, 2023 at 5:34 pm

Everything works up until the page for the payment, then everything freezes. Please help!

July 12, 2023 at 9:01 pm

It is free. You don’t need to pay anything.

July 24, 2023 at 11:53 am

I had to pay 94 USD it would not let me proceed unless I paid this

July 25, 2023 at 9:40 pm

Hi Sean, It is completely free. I have done it multiple times. I believe you did it through some agency.

November 4, 2023 at 3:25 pm

Link you provided is no good, please update.

January 4, 2024 at 1:54 am

Deb: Confused on the timing of the completion of the MIG. While I’m leaving on a Thursday night from the U.S. and will be visiting Colombia, I’m going to be disembarking in Panama City for 3 days before continuing on to Medellin Colombia on Monday. Therefore, it appears Thursday would be too soon to complete my MIG. Do I need to wait until I’m in Panama to complete the MIG given Thursday is outside of the 72 period?

January 22, 2024 at 3:33 pm

Hi Armando, Sorry about the late reply. Yes, ideally you would need to wait until you arrive in Panama to fill this out.

April 3, 2024 at 4:57 pm

Hello Armando, My husband and I have a two leg flight to Bogota, Columbia this Friday 3/5/24. We depart from Denver, and fly to Panama City, (arriving the next morning) and have a 2 hour layover, and then our second flight to Bogota that morning – with a different flight number. (All on Copa airlines) Do I provide the flight number/date of the Denver flight to Panama City, or the Panama City flight to Bogota? We have US passports.

April 6, 2024 at 4:34 pm

Hi Nancy, You need to provide the flight number for the flight from Panama city to Bogota.

Happy travels, Deb

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Colombia Check-MIG Form: Everything You Need To Know

Last Updated on August 26, 2023 by PAVSAdmin

What Is The Columbia Check-MIG Form?

The Colombia check MIG form is a required travel document that must be completed in order to enter or depart from Colombia. This form was designed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to reduce in-person interactions between immigration officials and passengers entering and exiting the country.

Anyone traveling to or from Columbia must complete this online application, otherwise you risk being denied entry to the country if you don’t have the form.

This single entry form is only valid upon either entry or exit of the country. For that reason, you will need to complete a new form every time you enter or leave Colombia.

When To Apply For The Check-MIG Form

All travelers must apply for the mandatory document within 1-24 hours of arrival to or departure from Colombia.

iVisa.com offers a queue service where you can apply any time before your trip. They’ll place you in a queue where your document will be processed as soon as possible.

Keep in mind that this form is mandatory for all foreign visitors and Columbian citizens. You may be refused entry if you don’t complete this travel authorization prior to your flight.

iVisa can help you complete your check MIG form quickly if you are on a deadline. An expert will also review your application to avoid any problems.

What Do I Need To Apply For The Check-MIG Form Online?

To complete your online Colombia Check Mig, you will need to have the following necessary documents and information:

• Passport – A valid passport is required for foreign travelers, or a national ID card number for Columbian citizens.
• Email address – A working email address is needed in order for you to receive confirmation of the completed MIG check form.
• Flight Itinerary – This includes flight dates, airline information and flight numbers. This information is required in order to complete the Colombia Check MIG form, so you must purchase your flight tickets first.
• Health Status – Information about your current state of health, Covid-19 vaccinations, and other personal information.
• Payment Method – A credit card or debit card is required for payment. After gathering the required documentation and submitting the application, you will receive your Check MIG Colombia confirmation via email in as little as 30 minutes.

How To Get The Colombia Check-MIG Form

Before you travel, you can apply online from your home country by completing the Check MIG online application form. Simply submit the necessary information and complete the easy-to-follow steps below:

• First, fill out the check MIG online application form with your personal details and travel information. You will need to answer few questions about your current state of health.
• Next, choose a processing time that’s best for you, attach all necessary documents, and then confirm your payment.
• Finally, just click the submit button and relax while you wait for your Check MIG form confirmation email.

It’s important to note that if you make a mistake in your application, you won’t be able to submit a new application while the current one is being processed. In order to fill out a new application, you will first need to wait for the previous form to be accepted or rejected.

It’s also a good idea to keep your email confirmation on your smartphone after you have received it. This way you’ll be able to show it when checking in for your flight, or in the event you’re asked for it by immigration officials or border control authorities.

Who Is Required To Have A Colombia Check-Mig?

Visitors from all countries wishing to enter Colombia are required to complete the Check-MIG form within 24 hours of arriving in or departing from Colombia. This also applies to Colombian citizens and residents as well.

Additionally, the check MIG form is also one of the COVID-19 entry requirements for entering Columbia.

For international travelers to enter Colombia, they must have a valid passport. To enter Colombia, you will need a visa. If you need a visa in order to enter the country, it’s important that you check this prior to leaving and make sure you get the right one for your nationality.

You can verify this information before you travel and get the right one for you. These requirements can be checked using iVisa’s Visa Tracker . A visa is only required upon arrival in a number of countries, so it’s possible that this Health Declaration will be the only thing you need prior to your trip.

Is The Colombia Check-MIG Form Required For Children?

An application must be submitted for all children, but if the child is traveling with an adult, their details can be added to the check MIG form of the parent or guardian.

Is A Visa Required to Travel to Colombia?

Colombia offers an arrival visa to many nationalities, allowing them to stay for up 90 days without a standard travel visa. Upon arrival to Colombia, your visa will be stamped in your passport.

You can apply for permission to stay for another 90 days if you’re from one of the eligible countries. For this reason, you can potentially stay in Colombia for up to 180 days without needing a visa. However, a second extension cannot be requested.

iVisa’s Visa Checker tool can help you determine if you are eligible. The FAQ section contains a complete list of countries that are eligible to travel to Colombia with a visa upon arrival.

Keep in mind, however, that the Colombia Check MIG form is not a substitute for a visa.

Do I have to pay for the Colombia Check-MIG Form?

The check MIG form can be obtained for free via the government portal. But, many travelers will vouch for the unpredictability of the platform. This can lead to undue stress when you must submit your application within 24 hours of arriving in Colombia.

Using a service like iVisa , however, will ensure that your application is handled quickly, and a team of experts will review your details to make certain you don’t make mistakes. You can also complete the form in any language you prefer using this service.

No matter if you apply through the government website or use a service, you will still be required to present the completed travel document to enter or leave Columbia.

Are There Any Colombia COVID-19 Travel Restrictions?

Visitors to Columbia do not need to present proof that they have received full vaccination in order to enter the country. COVID testing is not required for visitors who have been fully vaccinated, however.

Only WHO-approved vaccines are accepted. All doses of the vaccine for SARS-Cov-2 must be administered to travelers at least two weeks prior to their arrival for them to be considered fully vaccinated.

The following is a list of the current WHO-approved vaccines:

• AztraZeneca/Oxford
• Johnson and Johnson
• Pfizer/BioTech

It’s recommend that you keep updated on the latest Colombian travel information or contact your local embassy as this information can change rapidly.

Visitors who do not have full COVID-19 vaccination must take a COVID-19 test before arriving in Colombia. Prior to arrival, applicants must complete Covid-19 PCR testing within 72 hours and or antigen testing within 48 hours.

This includes those who are 18 and over who have not received a complete round of vaccinations, or who are not able to provide proof of vaccination at least two weeks prior to travel. In the event that you test positive for COVID-19, you may have to stay put until you can show a negative PCR result.

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Colombia Check-MIG Form: Basic Information

The Colombia Check-MIG Form is a new obligatory travel authorization document that each visitor,  entering or leaving Colombia , must have.

The document was introduced to create a safer environment for both international travelers and border control officials since it's essential to minimalize unnecessary contact  during the COVID-19 pandemic .

The form needs to be completed online within 24 hours in advance each time travelers cross the Colombian border and up to one hour before their flight takes off .

Colombian Check-MIG allows a single entrance to Colombia ; thus, a new form must be completed upon entering as well as when going back to one's home country. The approved Check-MIG stays valid for 30 days from issuing.

Travelers who plan to visit Colombia should follow a quick 3-step online application process to receive the approved Colombia Check-MIG via email .

Important!  Check-MIG is not a visa to Colombia. If a traveler is coming from a country that needs a visa to cross the Colombian border, they will need two documents for control by the customs officials upon arriving (visa AND the Check-MIG form).

If one can enter Colombia visa-free, the Check-MIG form is still obligatory to have .

List of eligible countries

Every country is eligible for the Colombian Check-MIG form , and citizens from every country are obliged to have this crucial document while crossing the Colombian border.

Colombia Check-MIG application

Our services enable all travelers who wish to visit Colombia to obtain the required Check-MIG form effortlessly . You can use any working device with an internet connection to complete the form and receive it via email in 24 hours.

Click the button 'Apply Online' and start providing the necessary information in your application.

Each traveler must put the following data in their application before visiting Colombia:

• Choose the means of transport that you will use to cross the Colombia border ( air, land, sea, or river)
• Select if you're entering or exiting Colombia
• Border crossing point
• Date of entrance/leaving Colombia
• Approximate time of border crossing
• Type of flight (charter or humanitarian/ commercial, regular flight)
• The direction of your destination
• The flight booking code
• Country of origin
• Information concerning your health status

Colombia Check-MIG validity period

Once you receive the confirmation of the Check-MIG, it will be valid for the next 30 days. Please remember that you have to apply between 24 hours to one hour before your flight departure is due. All tourists crossing the Colombian border need to have a copy of this document upon arrival or departure from the country.

Please note! Whenever you cross the Colombia border, you need a new Check-MIG copy. It serves as a single-entry, no matter if you are entering or leaving the country.

Requirements on arrival

All travelers must have two essential documents upon arrival in Colombia.

Please make sure that you have the following documents for control of the customs officials at the airport or upon control at the different types of borders (land, sea, or river):

• a valid travel document
• a copy of the Check-MIG completed within a maximum of 24 hours prior to your travel

Please note! Check-MIG does not serve as a visa to Colombia. It does not replace a visa permit for anyone who may need it to cross the Colombian border. Check-MIG is an obligatory document for anyone entering/leaving Colombia for the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even if you are eligible to enter Colombia visa-free, this document is still necessary to have.

Colombia Check-MIG Sample

The Colombia Check-MIG sample below presents how the obligatory for all travelers document looks like once processed and delivered:

Required documents

The required documents that need to be collected for this document are related to your travel and health details.

You need to collect the details about your travel to Colombia. Such as the means of transport that you're going to use (air flights, land, sea, river), the date of arrival/departure, a selected border crossing point, time of arrival/departure, your flight booking code, and other.

Besides the travel itinerary information, all applicants need to provide their personal data. Moreover, the Check-MIG must reassure that your health status enables you to travel to Colombia; thus, additional health-related questions need to be answered.

The COVID-19 questionnaire includes information concerning:

• if you have been in either isolation/quarantine
• if you have had any of the following symptoms in the last 14 days: fever, fatigue, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, malaise
• have you had contact with anyone showing the above-described symptoms
• have you been tested for COVID-19
• have you been tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 14 days

Important information

• a COVID-19 PCR test result is no longer needed upon entering Colombia
• no visits to the Embassy are needed when you handle your Check-MIG using our website
• health-related information needs to be provided (concerning past isolation, quarantine, symptoms, etc.)
• everyone who wants to cross the Colombia border needs to have this document on hand
• the Check-MIG form must be completed within 24 hours up to an hour prior to departure
• the means of transport that you plan to use (air flights, land borders points, sea, or river transportation) and other details concerning your trip

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FAQ about the Check-MIG

The Colombia Check-MIG form is an obligatory document for every traveler who wants to enter or leave Colombia via all borders. It is a questionnaire concerning your travel to Colombia details and your health state. It was implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic to minimalize the contact of travelers with officials at borders. It is easily obtainable online, no need to visit the Embassy.

Everyone who wants to travel to Colombia should apply within 24 hours before their flight departure. A maximum time before which you need to have your Colombia Check-MIG ready is one hour prior to departure.

Use our website, click the 'Apply Online' button located on the left-hand side. Start filling in the application form, provide your data, ensure it's error-free, and move on to making the payment. Choose a preferred online payment method from various available on our website. Lastly, check your inbox for the Check-MIG confirmation.

Making an online application takes just a few minutes and can be done from anywhere you want. Fill the application questionnaire with your data, email address, travel details, and health-related information (e.g., if you have been on a quarantine.). Pay the service fee, and check your inbox. Your Colombia Check-MIG will arrive within 24 hours.

Fortunately, no visits to the Embassy are needed to obtain this necessary document. Each applicant receives the Check-MIG confirmation via email provided while applying online.

Every traveler needs a valid passport or another valid travel document to complete the Check-MIG form. You must provide information concerning your travel to Colombia details, as well as all your health status data (considering the COVID-19 pandemic, isolation, quarantine, symptoms.). Please note that the COVID-19 PCR test result is no longer necessary to have.

Should you need more information concerning the Colombia Check-Mig form, do not hesitate to contact our support team available to you via e-mail/phone. Or visit the official Colombia website for more Check-MIG related information: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en .

The Colombia Check-MIG is valid for 30 days. However, each Colombian visitor needs to apply 24 hours prior to their flight departure. Please note that it does not serve as a visa permit.

Every person visiting Colombia needs to complete the Colombia Check-MIG as it states the traveler's health state. Luckily, no visits to the Embassy are necessary to obtain this essential document. All you have to do is apply online using our website.

The COVID-19 PCR test result is no longer needed when crossing the Colombian border. However, each traveler has to provide details related to their health status in the obligatory Check-MIG form.

Yes, everyone who enters or leaves Colombia through any border point must have the Check-MIG on hand. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and the fact that the PCR test result is no longer needed upon arrival, the customs officials have to ensure that every traveler is healthy when crossing the border or upon departure.

Three easy steps to get Check-Mig for Colombia

•   Apply online Fill out basic details concerning your travel details and health state
• Fill out remaining required information and make online payment We accept both credit and debit cards and other convenient methods of payment.
• Check your email Once your payment is confirmed, the Check-MIG will be sent to the email address you provided in your application
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Check-MIG Colombia - Get Your Colombia Check-MIG Form Now!

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What you need to know.

The Colombia Check-MIG Form is a single-entry travel document that you need to enter the country.

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Your passport needs to be valid for your stay to apply for the Check-MIG Form.

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Last updated: November 2023

Are you planning an adventure to Colombia, the land where the warmth of its people is matched only by the richness of its culture? The Check-MIG Form is your first step towards immersing yourself in this South American gem.

This document serves as Colombia's customs form and arrival card, requiring all visitors to disclose their travel details before arrival. At iVisa, we've transformed the process of completing the Check-MIG Form into a seamless, hassle-free experience.

What is the Colombia Check-MIG Form?

The online Check-MIG Form (Check Migración Colombia) is a must-have travel document for anyone heading to Colombia.

It’s a type of arrival card with a focus on your immigration status and intended travel purpose. You'll need to fill out details about your trip and basic personal information.

The pre-registration is meant to speed up the immigration control process. Remember to fill it out before you go – it's a key part of your trip prep!

Who must apply for the Colombia Check-MIG Form?

All foreign travelers must apply for this mandatory document 24 - 72 hours before arriving in Colombia.

At iVisa, we provide a handy service that allows you to apply any time before your departure. Once you’ve submitted your details, we’ll process your document and send it over by email.

Remember that the Check-MIG Colombia form is not a visa . Use our handy Visa Checker Tool to find out if you need a Colombian visa or if you have visa-free entry.

Are minors required to fill in the Check-MIG Form for Colombia?

Yes, children/minors must also complete the form. Parents or legal guardians can do it on behalf of their children, or add them to their own Check-MIG form for convenience.

Validity of the Colombia Check-MIG Form

The form is valid for Single Entry only. You must complete one each time you enter or leave the country.

Colombia Check-MIG Form: Required documents

Applying for the Colombian health declaration form is pretty straightforward. Here's what you need:

A clear scan of your passport: It must be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive in Colombia.

Travel information, flight dates, flight number, and airline details: You must book your flights before applying for your Colombia Check-MIG form.

You’ll receive the form by email . Have it ready to show for check-in and on arrival at immigration Colombia.

How to apply for the Colombia Check-MIG Form

Your Colombia Check-MIG application can be done in less than 10 minutes when you apply through our handy online platform or user-friendly app .

Step 1: Start by filling out your personal and travel details on our website.

Step 2: Double-check all your details for accuracy and use a credit or debit card to pay the processing fees.

Step 3: Complete the rest of the application and submit it. Wait for the completed document to arrive in your inbox!

Make sure to apply 24 to 72 hours before you enter Colombia. If you’re applying through us, you can do it even earlier. We will process your form as soon as possible for your peace of mind!

Check-MIG Form fees and processing times

You’ll receive the immigration registration form in 24 hours when you use our service. However, if you choose to apply well in advance of your travel date, there’ll be a delay as we wait for your application window to open.

While there is no government fee for this form, we’ll process it for you for a fee of USD $24.99 .

Our experts will meticulously review your form and ensure that it’s in perfect order before your journey !

Do I need the Check-MIG Form to transit in Colombia?

The Check-MIG form is not mandatory for internal flights in Colombia, including transit flights .

Colombia entry requirements or restrictions

Colombia has lifted all restrictions regarding COVID-19 . You don’t need to present a vaccination certificate or test to visit the country.

Make sure to check all other entry requirements, such as passport validity, visa requirements, and other rules, with your airline before you go.

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If you have questions about the form or other travel documents for Colombia, don't hesitate to contact our customer service team by online chat or on WhatsApp . Our experts will be happy to help!

iVisa reviews your documents and assists you during the application process to avoid rejection. But if the Colombian government rejects or cancels your application, you are eligible for a full refund of the iVisa processing fee , related to the number of rejected applicants. Other than that, we do not refund the government fees.

You may consider re-applying for the Colombia Check-MIG form, depending on the reasons for cancellation or rejection.

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13 Important Tips For First-Timers Visiting Colombia

• Eat at the hotel for cleanliness and safety.
• Bring enough cash for daily activities, especially in remote areas.
• Learn basic Spanish to navigate the country and communicate effectively.

Visiting Colombia for the first time can be exciting, but just like any destination worldwide, there are some tips one needs to know before visiting. Language, weather, money, and transportation can be quite confusing, especially in Colombia. Still, with these tips, one will be able to avoid a lot of difficult situations in the country. It doesn't matter if you're here for ten days or three; Colombia is a gorgeous country with endless things to experience. Whether it's someone's first time or they need a refresher, you can't go wrong with following these essential tips for traveling to beautiful Colombia!

UPDATE: 2023/11/25 16:36 EST BY NOAH STAATS

There Are More Things To Know When Visiting Colombia

This article has been refreshed with new information regarding a trip to beautiful Colombia, as well as expanded talking points for previous suggestions. Remember to stay out of bad neighborhoods at night, bring enough cash for day trips, learn some Spanish, and have plenty of fun!

Eat At The Hotel If You're Worried About Cleanliness

For those coming to Colombia and nervous about food and water cleanliness, it's always a safe bet to eat with your hotel or resort and get water via gift shops inside them. Although most places in bigger Colombian cities are clean and safe, some smaller villages do not abide by strict health and sanitation regulations when preparing or serving food and drinks. To steer clear of food-borne illness, make sure and book restaurants with good reviews and clean kitchens/dining rooms.

• It's generally better to eat at the hotel if you're staying somewhere off the beaten path.

Tayrona National Park is a fun day trip idea for visitors to Colombia.

Make Sure And Keep Some Cash Ready

One thing many visitors to Colombia forget is to bring enough cash for daily activities. Because debit and credit cards are often not accepted or take a large conversion fee, getting cash from the bank or at your hotel may be the better option. Of course, in bigger cities, there will be more accessibility and availability to ATMs and stores taking credit cards, but in remote towns and villages: bring cash.

That said, keep all cash somewhere safe and hard to get to. Pickpocketing is prevalent here, as well as violent assault in poorer areas.

• Because of steep ATM and credit card fees, it's best to bring enough money for everyday food, attractions, and transportation when visiting Colombia.

Learn Some Spanish Words

Colombia is a place where the majority of the population speaks only Spanish. In a place like Bogotá - the capital city , most people only speak Spanish, which means it can be difficult to get around if one only knows English. While one does not necessarily need to know how to speak the language, some basic words will go a long way and help one better get around the country.

• Learning basic Spanish will go a long way when coming to Colombia.

Taxis Are Cheap, But Buses Are Cheaper And Safer

Buses are Colombia's main means of transportation, and they are incredibly cheap and safe. Taxis, on the other hand, are also cheap, but a few inconveniences come with them. First, they can be unsafe, as fake taxi drivers can rob passengers. Apps such as Uber and Easy Taxi are illegal in the country, but they are still in operation and are the safest ways to get taxis.

• Taking the bus is often cheaper and safer than taxis while in Colombia.

Avoid Lonely Areas, Especially At Night

Just like many other amazing destinations worldwide, Colombia experiences increased crime, which is why one must exercise extreme caution when visiting. A good rule is avoiding lonely areas, especially at night. For the first trip, travelers can stick to the popular tourist destinations around the country, which are usually more crowded, to avoid being an easy target.

• Tourists to Colombia are not recommended to venture out into lonely/quiet areas at night.

Avoid Unnecessary Display Of Wealth

Showing unnecessary displays of wealth, especially in a country like Colombia, may be dangerous. The country's economy is bad, which has made many people living there desperate. It is advisable to avoid putting on too many accessories or carrying large amounts of money around to avoid drawing too much attention to oneself.

• Wearing fancy clothes, jewelry, or other accessories in Colombia can get you into trouble at night or in certain areas.

Prepare An Itinerary To Follow Before Visiting

Colombia is very big and endowed with plenty of natural and man-made attractions, which means there are plenty of things to see and do here. Without a proper itinerary of what to do in the country, one can find it difficult to get the most out of their visit. During the planning process, make a list of things to do in the country and follow that itinerary when in the country. There will be more to do, but it is better to have a plan rather than randomly deciding what to do.

• Planning before you come here can help ease frustration due to Colombia's vast offerings.

Related: 10 Best Places To Visit In Colombia

The Weather Can Be Unpredictable, So Come Prepared

Colombia experiences two major seasons, which are rainy and dry. But the weather is not usually not dependent on the time of the year but on elevation. The weather can easily change from sunny to rainy in some parts of the country with higher elevations, like Bogotá. The temperature is also known to sometimes rise from as low as 4 degrees Celsius to 19 degrees Celsius on some days. Some parts of the country, such as Cartagena and Santa Marta, experience lots of sunshine all year round. This means at any time of the year; one can experience all four seasons in Colombia. With such diverse and unpredictable weather, one has to come prepared to face any type of weather in this country.

• The weather is unpredictable in Colombia, with wild changes in temperature being common.

Never Talk About Drugs, Especially Cocaine

One important thing to always avoid doing in Colombia is talking about drugs. Drug production and trafficking continue to increase in this country, and drug is always accompanied by crime. This makes it not just a national issue but a global issue for which Colombia plays a major role as it is one of the major producers of cocaine in the world. In 2021, the production of coca leaves which is the main ingredient for cocaine, increased drastically. To avoid getting into a difficult situation, pretend not to know anything about drugs in Colombia and instead focus on enjoying the amazing things the country has to offer.

• Joking or discussing cocaine can and will get you in trouble with law enforcement in Colombia.

Haggle Before Buying Something

The asking price of a product in Colombia may not always be the actual price but just the seller trying to get more profit from tourists who may not know the price. To avoid getting ripped by sellers (who always know a gringo when they see one), employ the skill of bargaining when purchasing something. Buying something $5 less than the initial asking price is not uncommon.

• It's worth it to try and bargain with vendors while shopping in Colombia.

Altitude Sickness Is Real In Colombia

In Colombia, like many parts of South America, high altitude is something that one often has to worry about as the country is filled with many mountains. Bogota, the country’s capital, rises to an elevation of 8,660 feet , making it one of the highest cities in the world. One important tip to help deal with altitude sickness in Colombia is to always stay hydrated when heading to places with high altitudes. Adventurers seeking to go rock climbing or visit higher places can also include other substances like vitamins and minerals to cushion the effects of the high altitudes. Alcohol, caffeine, and other dehydrating substances should also be avoided when heading to higher elevations.

• Because of the possible 8,660 feet of elevation in Colombia, it's not uncommon for altitude sickness to ravage through groups vacationing to the country.

Related: Tips To Avoid The Altitude Sickness While Traveling In South America

It’s Not Mandatory To Tip

In hotels, bars, restaurants, and other service centers around Colombia, tipping is not usually mandatory or expected, unlike in other countries. Nicer restaurants usually include a 10% service charge automatically on the bill. Of course, if the service was exceptional, it does not hurt to give the service person some extra change. Tipping taxi drivers is also not a thing as passengers are only required to pay the amount on the meter; still, the extra tip is always appreciated. In most cases, tips cost between 2,000 and 5,000 Columbian Pesos, equivalent to a dollar. That's like nothing to most tourists, but the locals in Colombia appreciate it so much.

• Adding a tip (although appreciated) is not required in Colombia.

Be Careful On The Roads

The traffic in Colombia can be chaotic. Drivers here are usually impatient and aggressive and won’t stop for anybody. To avoid getting into a dangerous situation on the road, it is important to be careful on the roads. With dangerous roads and long traffic jams, it will be better to avoid driving in Colombia and just stick to using taxis and buses.

• Driving can be difficult here, especially regarding other impatient and volatile drivers.

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