Colombia visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting Colombia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Colombian Visa.


  • Passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Colombia Visa for Egyptians

Facts about Colombia


Colombia’s coffee plantation is one of the more popular tourist destinations in the country. Asides this, there are other attractions in the country to make tourists go wild during their stay in the country. Tayrona Natural Park offers activities like snorkeling, surfing and various wildlife for tourists’ pleasure. Tourists can go biking and horseback riding trails at the mountains in ‘Eje Cafetero’.
 
Between 2007 and 2017, the number of tourists visits to Colombia jumped from 0.6 million to 4 million. Tourism is a major driving factor in the Colombian economy as it contributes 2% of the total GDP and 2.5% of the total employment.
 
Travelers should carry a color photocopy of their passport data page and visa from their passport for identification. Anyone caught having sex with a minor will be punished severely. 

Ayahuasca (or yage) used for spiritual cleansing is unsafe and can cause serious illnesses or death. Avoid any form of spiritual cleansing.

Types of Colombia Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 working days 180 days
Business visa 5 working days 180 days
Work visa 5 working days 3 years
Medical visa 5 working days 2 years
Student visa 5 working days 3 years
Transit visa 5 working days 24 hours

General Requirements for Colombia Visa


  • Passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Colombia Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

82.00 (USD)

Business visa

82.00 (USD)

Work visa

82.00 (USD)

Medical visa

82.00 (USD)

Student visa

82.00 (USD)

Transit visa

82.00 (USD)

Colombia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Egypt


Location

Address

Cairo

6, Gizera Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt.

http://elcairo.consulado.gov.co/en

egipto@cancilleria.gov.co

+2 (02) 2736 4203

Frequently Asked Questions


Can I visit Colombia with a US visa?

No, you cannot visit Colombia with a US visa. You need to apply for a Colombian visa before you can be granted entry into the country.

Ahmed Hamdi

1 year ago

Can i apply on line


Do I need a visa to enter Colombia?

Yes, you need a visa to visit Colombia.


How much is a visa to Colombia?

A visa to Colombia costs $82.


How do I extend my tourist visa in Colombia?
You can extend a tourist visa by leaving the country and returning with a new tourist visa or you can extend a tourist permit while staying in Colombia.

How long can I stay in Colombia on a tourist visa?

You can stay in Colombia for a period of 180 days.