Travel requirements for Colombia
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Colombia — passport and visa rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Entry requirements for Colombia
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders do not normally need a visa for short tourist stays.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice — Colombia. Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Colombia
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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10 days before travelYellow Fever Required
Proof of vaccination required on entry under International Health Regulations.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers.
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
Booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago.
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Recommended
Recommended for most travellers, especially those visiting friends/relatives or those in areas with poor sanitation.
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2 weeks before travelChikungunya Consider
For ages 12+. Consider for outbreak areas, long-term or frequent travellers.
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Dengue Consider
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Pre-exposure for those with work exposure, limited medical access, high-risk activities, or stays longer than 1 month.
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Tuberculosis (BCG) Consider
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro — Colombia.
Driving in Colombia
The UK government does not list Colombia as requiring a UK International Driving Permit (IDP). If you plan to drive, check with the embassy of Colombia and your car-hire company before you travel.
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