.:: Colombian Consulate General in London ::.

Presidencia de la República de Colombia
Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores
Embajada de Colombia en Reino Unido

| GENERAL INFORMATION |

 

Citizens from the countries listed below who are travelling to Colombia for tourism or as a temporary visitor DO NOT require a Visa to enter the country. The aforementioned  citizens must apply for an entry permit upon arrival. Please do not forget to bring a valid passport and a return or onward ticket. Please refer to TEMPORARY VISITORS VISA for definition of Temporary visitor which includes attending work related meetings in Colombia, attending conferences or providing urgent technical assistance to Colombian companies.

Nationals from the countries that DO NOT APPEAR on this list must apply IN PERSON for a visa to enter Colombia. Please allow 5 working days to issue the Visa.

If you are not travelling as a tourist or as a temporary visitor please refer to check our list to find the appropriate visa for your circumstance.

To Download the VISA form please click HERE
List of countries that do not require a Tourist or a Temporary Visitors visa 

Types of Visas

Tourist
Code: TU 

Visa Fee: £ 40 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
Visas for Spanish, Japanese and South Korean Citizens are exempted of payment.

List of citizens that are granted special prices.

Term: Up to six (6) months- multiple entry. 

Applicants: This visa applies to foreign nationals going to Colombia for tourism. Please refer to the list of countries that do not require a tourist or temporary visitors visa.

Documents Required : 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Copy of the return or onward journey ticket.
  • Most recent bank statement (Original and copy).
  • Letter of invitation from a Colombian national, from a resident in Colombia, or the confirmation of the Hotel in Colombia.
  • One Photocopy of all the above documents except application form.
  • The applicant must call into the Consulate in person for an interview.

    Processing time may vary, as permission from the Colombian Foreign Affairs Ministry is necessary before the visa can be issued. Allow at least five working days.

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    Temporary Visitors
    Code: TV 

    Visa Fee:     £ 75 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
    Visas for Spanish, Japanese and South Korean Citizens are exempted of payment.

    Term:     Up to six (6) months- multiple entry. 

    Applicants:     The Visa is best suited for people who intend to provide urgent technical assistance to a Colombian party, or for those who travel with no intention of residing permanently. This visa may be granted to individuals travelling to cover special events such as reporters, newscasters, or photographers from a registered news agency. People planning to travel in order to establish commercial and trade connections, attend academic seminars, conferences, expositions, short term studies, interviews for employment, medical treatment, or to participate in scientific, sporting and cultural events that will not be compensated, may also obtain this visa. Please refer to the list of countries that DO NOT REQUIRE a Tourist or a Temporary Visitors Visa..

    Documents Required : 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Copy of the return or onward journey ticket.
  • Most recent bank statement (Original and copy).
  • Letter of invitation from a sponsoring organisation, a Colombian national, or a resident in Colombia. The letter must be written in Spanish and must state the purpose and duration of the trip.
  • One Photocopy of all the above documents except application form.
  • The applicant must call into the Consulate in person for an interview.

    Processing time may vary, as permission from the Colombian Foreign Affairs Ministry is necessary before the visa can be issued. Allow at least five working days.

    All documents issued in other languages must enclose a translation into Spanish

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    Business
    Code: NE 

    Visa Fee:     £ 130 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
    Business Visas for Spanish, Japanese and South Korean Citizens are exempted of payment.

    Term:     Up to four (4) years- Multiple entries (each entry for a maximum stay of 6 months).  

    Applicants:     The visa is granted to company executives, sales executives and similar, travelling to Colombia to attend business meetings, carry out commercial activities or research. Please refer to Temporary Visitors visa in order to establish whether you have to apply for a Business Visa or a Temporary Visitor Visa. Please refer to the list of countries that DO NOT REQUIRE a Tourist or a Temporary Visitors Visa..

    Documents Required : 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Letter of responsibility from the company stating the applicant's position, the purpose of the trip, the length of visa validity and whether single or multiple entry is required. The company must take responsibility for all the travel expenses, and include a Return Clause (model enclosed).
  • For an independent business person the letter must include the purpose of the trip, bank references and names of commercial contacts in Colombia.
  • One set of photocopies of all the documents stated above.
  • One Photocopy of all the above documents except application form.
  • Certificate of existence of the Company in Colombia or/ Certificate of existence of the Company in the UK / or any other European country.

    This document has to be legalized with an Apostille. For information on Apostille go to Frequently Asked Questions. - Certificate of existence of the Company in Colombia or/ Certificate of existence of the Company in the UK / or any other European country . This document has to be legalized with an Apostille. For information on Apostille go to Frequently Asked Questions.

    All documents issued in other languages must enclose a translation into Spanish

    You can check the list of Official Translators.

    MODEL OF RETURN CLAUSE

    (Name of company) assures the Government of Colombia that the company will defray all the expenses necessary for Mr (name of employee) and his family (if applicable) to return to his country of origin, or to his previous place of residence at the end of the contract, or in the event the visa is cancelled, or the employee is deported or expulsed, as required by the Decree 2371/1996.

    TRANSLATION INTO SPANISH

    (Name of Company) se compromete ante el Gobierno de Colombia a sufragar todos los gastos de regreso al país de origen o al último lugar de residencia del señor (employee & family names), al término del contrato o cuando proceda la cancelación de la visa, deportación o expulsión, según lo dispuesto en el Decreto 2371 de 1996.

    If the validity of the visa exceeds 3 months, the applicant must present himself at the Department of National Security (DAS) no later than 15 days after arrival, to register the visa; and to obtain a Cédula de Extranjería (Foreigners ID).

    All nationals must apply IN PERSON for the visa and leave 5 working days for this Visa to be approved.

    The address for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is:

    Foreign and Commonwealth Office
    The Legalisation Office
    Norfolk House (West)
    437 Silbury Boulevard
    Milton Keynes
    MK9 2AH

    Website: www.fco.gov.uk
    Switchboard: 01908 295 111

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    Work
    Code: TT 

    Visa Fee:     £ 130 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
    Visas for Spanish, Japanese and South Korean Citizens are exempted of payment.

    Term:     Up to two (2) years- multiple entries.  

    Applicants:     This visa is granted to those foreigners who have been hired by a Colombian company and are going to work in Colombia. It will also be granted to foreigners going to work with the subsidiary of a foreign company in Colombia. The employee may request the same visa for his spouse and children, provided they are financially dependent on him/her. Neither the spouse nor the children will be allowed to work in Colombia..

    Documents Required : 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Original of the work contract and one copy, BOTH duly signed by the Colombian party and notarised in Colombia. The applicant must call the Consulate in person and sign the contract before the Consul.
  • Letter from the contracting company committing to defray all necessary expenses to repatriate the worker to his/her country of origin or of latest residence at the end of the contract, or in the event that the visa expires or is cancelled.
  • Certificate of existence of the contracting company, and proof of financial status (not older than 3 months).
  • Certificate from the Ministry of Work and Social Security stating that the proportion of national and foreign employees is according to the law.
  • Certificate of existence of the Company in Colombia or/ Certificate of existence of the Company in the UK / or any other European country.
  • Relevant diplomas or certificates, bearing an apostille from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, to support the applicant's ability to undertake the position offered.
  • If the applicant is going to work in any of the following professions: ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURE or GEOLOGY, he or she must submit a temporary permit issued by the Consejo Profesional Nacional de Ingeniería y Profesiones Auxiliares (COPNIA). PHONE: (571) 2358941 / 2498138 / 2498911 FAX: (571) 2499211
  • One set of photocopies of all the aforementioned documents with the exception of the application forms.
  • The spouse's application will need to include the marriage certificate bearing an apostille from the FCO. The children's application will include their birth certificate bearing an apostille from the FCO, and, if they are over 18 years of age, proof that they are financially dependent on the employee. When presenting applications for a family or group, please present each application form with its relevant supporting documents attached.

    All documents issued in other languages must enclose a translation into Spanish

    In case an artistic, cultural or sports group intends to apply for a work visa in order to perform in Colombia, the documents required are: 
    • Valid passport.
    • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed.
    • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
    • Contract (original document)
    • Letter from the contracting company committing to defray all necessary expenses to repatriate the group to their country of origin or of latest residence at the end of the contract, or in the event that the visa expires or is cancelled.
    • Certificate of existence of the company in Colombia.
    • List of all the members of the group indicating, passport numbers and nationality
    • Copy of the group’s return or onward tickets.

    You can check the list of Official Translators.

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    Spouse of a Colombian national or common law partner
    Code: TC 

    Visa Fee:     £ 100 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
    Visas for Spanish, Japanese and South Korean Citizens are exempted of payment.

    Term:     Up to two (2) years. 

    Applicants:     Spouse or common- law partner of a Colombian national. .

    Documents Required : 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Letter from the Colombian spouse, stating the duration of the relationship, the town where the couple will settle and the activities they plan to undertake, and requesting that a visa is granted to his/her spouse. This letter has to be notarised or authenticated by the Colombian consulate.
  • Authenticated copy of the partner's Cédula de Ciudadanía.
  • Colombian marriage certificate- or official document that certifies existence of legal partnership.
  • One photocopy of all these documents except the application forms.
  • The applicant must call the Consulate in person for an interview.

    All documents issued in other languages must enclose a translation into Spanish

    You can check the list of Official Translators.

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    Parents of a Colombian Citizen Visa
    Code: TP 

    Visa Fee:     £ 100 Payments for consular services have to be paid in cash at the Colombian Consulate (the exact fee).
    Visas for Spanish are exempted of payment.

    Term:     Up to three Years (3)- Multiple Entries.

    Applicants:     Foreign parent or parents of a Colombian national. .

    Documents Required: 

  • Valid passport.
  • Visa application form (2 copies) completed and signed. Click here to download it.
  • 3 recent colour photographs (3x3cm).
  • Registration of Birth of the Colombian Child issued during the previous 90 days.
  • Notarized photocopy of the Colombian Citizenship Identification card (CÉDULA DE CIUDADANÍA) of the Colombian parent or child.
  • LETTER ( copy) from the Colombian parent, stating that the foreign parent financially supports the child, or, from the son or daughter, if this is an adult. In case of a deceased Colombian parent, the Death certificate should be submitted. If both parents are foreign citizens, letter from the main holder of the Resident Visa or parent of the child born in Colombia.
  • One photocopy of all these documents except the application forms.

    All documents issued in other languages must enclose a translation into Spanish

    You can check the list of Official Translators.

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    NGO's

    Student Visa

    Religious

    Adoption

    Cruise Ship Travellers

    Beneficiary

    Resident Visa

    How to Apply for a Colombian Visa

    How to pay for your Visa

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Contacting the consulate

     

     INFORMACION GENERAL:

     

    >>El Consulado está ubicado en el Tercer Piso, 35 de Portland Place. Código Postal W1B 1AE. Tel: 0207 637- 9893
    >> El Consulado invita a todos los colombianos que residen en el Reino Unido a que se registren en nuestras oficinas.
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    >> Las estaciones de metro más cercanas son Oxford Circus, Regents Park y Great Portland Street. Buses: 88, 453, C2
     

    >> El horario de atención al público es de lunes a viernes de 9:00 am a 1:30 pm. 

    >> Los trámistes de certificados de pasado judicial, libretas militares y escrituras públicas se atienden únicamente con cita previa. Teléfono: 0207 6379893. info@colombianconsulate.co.uk
    >> Sábado Consular: Atenderemos los segundos sábados de cada mes de 8:00 a 11:00 a.m.. El próximo Sábado Consular es el 13 de Junio de 2009. Les sugerimos llegar temprano para evitar congestión en el servicio.
    >> Todos los trámites consulares que requieren algún pago, deben ser cancelados en el Consulado, por el valor exacto y en efectivo. No se aceptan cheques ni tarjetas.
    >> Cónsul honorario en Dublín: Juan Pablo Gutierrez, Tel. 353 878835122
    >> Si usted tiene cédula antigua (blanco y negro) o el formato de cédula color café, ya puede renovar su documento en el Consulado de Colombia. Todos los colombianos deben tener la cédula a color a partir de enero de 2010.
    >> El Consulado de Colombia únicamente cierra los días feriados del Reino Unido, el 20 de julio y 7 de agosto (días patrios en Colombia) y el 9 y 10 de abril (Semana Santa).

     

     

     

     

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