Essential Information About Colombia

1. Visa Requirements

All the travellers except the U.S. Citizens require a valid visa to travel Colombia. U.S. citizens do not need a visa to enter Colombia for a stay up to 90 days. Rest can apply for a valid visa on the Colombian visa application website. Visitor visas can take up to 5-10 working days to process.

2. Flight Details

There are multiple routes to reach Colombia from the U.S. or India. Airports are available in Colombia's major cities, including Bogota, Medellin, Cali, and Cartagena. You can land at any city and start your joyful trip in Colombia.

3. Language

The official language of Colombia is Spanish which is spoken by 99% of the population. Other languages that are spoken in the country include English, Amerindian Languages, Creole Languages, Portuguese and Romani.

4. Currency

Colombian Peso is the official currency of Colombia which is equal to 0.019 Indian Rupees. Apart from this Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in Colombia. It is advised to bring your own currency and get it converted into pesos according to your need.

5. SIM Cards

The top mobile internet providers that offer Colombian SIM cards for tourists are Claro, Movistar and Tigo. You can easily purchase SIM from retail stores or even at the airport.

Tips For Travellers

1. The most common way to travel within Colombia is via Bus.

2. It is advisable to be aware of pickpockets and thieves.

3. You should learn some common Spanish and Colombian words for hassle-free communication.

4. Accommodations are pretty cheap and affordable in Colombia.

5. Pack clothes according to all climates, as the weather conditions are pretty unpredictable.

6. Domestic flights are quite affordable in Colombia.

7. The rate of drug and alcohol consumption are quite high in Colombia.