Quick Travel Tools Do I need a visa for Colombia with a US passport?
No visa required.
What you need
- Passport: US passport, typically valid 6+ months beyond your stay.
Colombia at a glance
| Region | South America |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 33 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type A/B sockets, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 120/240 V, 240/208/120 V, 240 V, 480 V, 60 Hz |
On cost, Colombia is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 33 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Colombia compares to 179 countries.
On power, you are in luck: both US outlets and Colombia's use Type A, so many of your chargers should fit as-is. Voltage differs too (120/208 V, 277/480 V, 120/240 V, 240/208/120 V, 240 V, 480 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Colombia.
Common questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Colombia?
No. No visa required.
How long can a US passport holder stay in Colombia?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from a public passport-requirement dataset and can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Colombia's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
Nearby destinations for US passport holders
Sorted by distance from Colombia, useful if your trip covers more than one country.