Citizens of Ukraine may stay in the territory of the Republic of Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. The 180-day period is counted from the date of the first entry into the territory of Colombia. All days of actual stay in Colombia during the previous 180 days are taken into account, regardless of whether these days were continuous or divided into several trips. The day of entry and the day of departure are included in the total number of days of stay.

The permitted period of stay is calculated by summing all days spent in Colombia during the last 180 days at the moment of each new entry or during the stay in the country. It is recommended to check your migration status in advance, the number of days used and the remaining permitted days, especially before planning departure from the country, submitting applications for extension of stay or change of migration status. Such information can be clarified with the National Migration Authority of Colombia (Migración Colombia), in particular through its official website or by contacting its territorial offices in person.

Overstaying the permitted period of stay in the territory of the Republic of Colombia constitutes a violation of migration legislation and entails administrative liability in accordance with the laws of Colombia. If a fine is imposed, its payment is a mandatory condition for leaving the territory of Colombia. Failure to pay the fine may result in a delay in departure, refusal to leave the country, as well as the application of additional administrative sanctions, including restrictions on future entry into Colombia.

If citizens of Ukraine intend to stay in Colombia beyond the established visa-free period, please refer to Section 4. Possibility of extension of stay in the territory of Colombia and change of migration status.

To enter the territory of the Republic of Colombia, citizens of Ukraine must hold a valid Ukrainian passport for travel abroad.

If a citizen of Ukraine travels to Colombia with an extended passport, entry to the country may be denied. As of October 29, 2025, the procedure for extending the validity of Ukrainian passports for travel abroad has been abolished. Ukrainian citizens whose passports are close to expiration must apply for a new biometric passport for themselves and for their children.

Citizens of Ukraine may enter the Republic of Colombia visa-free for tourism or other short-term purposes in accordance with the valid bilateral international agreement. A visa is not required for such trips. If a person intends to carry out paid activities in the territory of Colombia, the appropriate visa must be obtained from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia before or after arrival in the country, depending on the applicable migration category.

During border control, the competent Colombian authorities may request additional documents, including proof of the purpose of travel, a return or onward ticket, medical insurance, evidence of sufficient financial means for the stay, as well as information about accommodation for the period of stay.

In the case of entry of minor Ukrainian citizens, the general rules for international travel of minors apply, in particular the requirement to have their own passport and the child’s birth certificate with an apostille and a notarized translation. For entry into Colombia accompanied by only one parent or by third parties, authorization from the other parent is not required; however, for departure from Colombia, such authorization may be mandatory in certain cases (see the section “5. Rules for departure from the territory of the Republic of Colombia”).

The final decision on authorization to enter the territory of Colombia is made exclusively by an officer of Migración Colombia and does not depend on the position or intervention of the Embassy of Ukraine.

When traveling to Colombia, it is essential to cross the border only through official checkpoints. Irregular crossing through jungle areas is dangerous and may result in legal consequences, including deportation or a ban on re-entry.

No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into Colombia. However, the Ministry of Health of Colombia recommends that travelers visiting areas classified as high-risk within the Amazon region or national parks receive a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days prior to entry into the country. Areas identified by the National Institute of Health as high-risk include: Llanos Orientales, Amazonía, Orinoquía, Norte de Santander, and areas near the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, and Los Flamencos National Park. For additional information, it is recommended to consult the relevant link.

The possession of an insurance policy is not a mandatory requirement for entry into the territory of the Republic of Colombia. However, in order to ensure adequate protection of the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens in the event of unforeseen circumstances, including those related to the need for medical assistance, it is strongly recommended to obtain travel or medical insurance for the period of stay abroad. Insurance coverage allows expenses to be covered in the event of sudden illness, accident, or the need for emergency medical care.

It is recommended that the insurance policy cover outpatient and inpatient treatment, emergency medical assistance, medications, as well as medical evacuation and repatriation in case of serious illness or death. The amount of insurance coverage should be sufficient to cover potential medical expenses abroad, taking into account the cost of medical services in the Republic of Colombia. It is also advisable to carefully review the list of insured events and exclusions from coverage, particularly with regard to chronic illnesses, active recreation, sports activities, stays in high-altitude areas, and other circumstances typical for travel within the territory of the Republic of Colombia.

Please note that in the event of unforeseen expenses related to the provision of medical care during a stay in the Republic of Colombia, Ukrainian citizens bear full financial responsibility themselves. Diplomatic missions of Ukraine abroad are not authorized to cover the costs of medical treatment, hospitalization, or any other medical expenses of Ukrainian citizens.

Issues related to the extension of the period of stay in the territory of the Republic of Colombia or a change of migration status fall within the competence of the migration authorities of the Republic of Colombia. The authorized entity responsible for processing the relevant applications is Migración Colombia.

If citizens of Ukraine intend to remain in Colombia for tourism purposes for a period exceeding ninety (90) days, they must, after their arrival in the country, apply for the Tourist Permit (PT), which allows an additional stay of up to 90 days beyond the initial 90 days granted under the visa-free regime. More information on extending the period of stay is available at the following link.

Staying in Colombia under the visa-free regime does not grant the right to engage in paid employment or to study. For employment, studies, or residence in Colombia based on marriage to a Colombian citizen, the appropriate Colombian visa must be obtained. The visa may be applied for after arrival in Colombia or at a diplomatic mission or consular office of the Republic of Colombia. Please note that the Embassy of the Republic of Colombia accredited to Ukraine does not have a resident mission in Ukraine and operates from the Republic of Poland, being the nearest diplomatic representation. More information on the visa application procedure is available at the following link.

After obtaining a Colombian visa, it is mandatory to apply for the Cédula de Extranjería, which is the primary identification document for foreign residents in Colombia. More information about this procedure is available at the following link.

ATTENTION: If the authorized period of stay is exceeded without regularizing the appropriate migration status, financial penalties and restrictions on future entry into the territory of the Republic of Colombia may be imposed.

Upon leaving the territory of the Republic of Colombia, citizens of Ukraine are required to comply with the permitted period of legal stay established under the visa-free regime. The maximum period of stay for Ukrainian citizens in the territory of the Republic of Colombia is 90 days within a 180-day period. Exceeding the authorized period of stay is considered a violation of the migration legislation of the Republic of Colombia.

In case of non-compliance with the established period of stay, the competent authorities of the Republic of Colombia may require the payment of administrative fines or other mandatory fees prior to departure from the country. Failure to pay such obligations may constitute grounds for denial of exit until the situation is fully regularized.

Before leaving the territory of the Republic of Colombia, Ukrainian citizens are advised to verify that there are no exit bans or restrictions that may have been imposed by migration, judicial, or other competent authorities of Colombia due to legal violations or outstanding obligations. An electronic request (PQRS) may be submitted to Migración Colombia through the following link.

When planning departure, it is also necessary to take into account in advance the requirements of airlines and the regulations of transit countries. Air carriers may establish additional conditions regarding passport validity, possession of a return ticket, confirmation of the right to enter the destination or transit country, as well as compliance with aviation security requirements. In the case of transit through third countries, passengers must independently verify the visa and migration requirements of such countries, including the possible need to obtain a transit visa, even if the transit does not involve leaving the international transit area of the airport. Failure to comply with airline or transit country requirements may result in denial of boarding or entry into the respective country. Compliance with these requirements is the personal responsibility of the passenger and does not fall within the competence of the Embassy of Ukraine.

If a minor who is a Colombian citizen or a foreign national holding a Colombian type R (resident) visa departs from the territory of the Republic of Colombia and travels only with one parent or with an authorized person, a notarized authorization from the other parent for the child’s departure from Colombia is mandatory.

The notarized authorization for a minor’s departure from the country must be issued in Colombia before a Colombian notary or at any diplomatic mission or consular office of the Republic of Colombia, if the other parent is not present in the country. If it is not possible to apply to a Colombian consulate, the authorization must be signed before a notary, duly apostilled, translated into Spanish, and submitted in the original.

The requirements and processing time for issuing a notarized exit authorization for a minor depend on the respective notary office. However, the following documents are generally required: passports of the minor and the parents; the child’s birth certificate apostilled and translated into Spanish; travel information, including the dates of departure and return, destination, and airline.

More information about leaving Colombia with a minor is available on the official website of Migración Colombia via the following link.

Decisions regarding the admission of foreign nationals to the territory of the Republic of Colombia fall within the exclusive competence of the National Migration Authority of the Republic of Colombia. Officials of the Colombian migration authority are authorized to verify documents, the purpose of travel, the period of stay, and compliance with national migration legislation, as well as to make the final decision on granting or refusing entry.

Grounds for refusal of entry may include, inter alia, the absence or invalidity of travel documents, violations of permitted periods of stay during previous visits, failure to substantiate the purpose of travel, insufficient financial means, the existence of bans or restrictions imposed by the competent authorities of Colombia, as well as other grounds provided for by the legislation of the Republic of Colombia.

ATTENTION: The Embassy of Ukraine has no authority to influence the decisions of the border or migration authorities of the Republic of Colombia regarding entry approval or refusal, extension of stay, or change of migration status of foreign nationals. Decisions adopted by the competent authorities of Colombia are final and binding.

In case of problematic situations during entry, stay, or departure from the territory of the Republic of Colombia, Ukrainian citizens may seek consular assistance from the Embassy of Ukraine. Consular assistance is provided within the limits established by the legislation of Ukraine and international law and may include the provision of explanations and consultations, assistance in case of loss of documents, or notification of relatives, but does not involve interference in the decisions of the authorities of the Republic of Colombia or financial support for citizens.