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Colombia visa for Chinese citizens

Passport China
Destination Colombia

China passport holders need a visa for Colombia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Answer e-Visa

Yes, an e-Visa is required

Entry requirement
e-Visa
Maximum stay
Set by the visa
Apply before travel
Yes
Last updated
February 2026

What China passport holders need to do

  1. Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
  2. Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
  3. Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.

China is one of 97 passports in the “e-visa” group for Colombia. See the full Colombia visa requirements for every passport.

Easier alternatives in South America for China passport holders

Colombia is one of 29 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the China passport, which ranks #48 worldwide with a mobility score of 83. Of 12 destinations in South America, 2 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

DestinationRequirementMax stay
Suriname Visa-free 30 days
Bolivia Visa on arrival –
Colombia e-Visa –

All visa-free countries for the China passport

Frequently asked questions

Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Colombia?

China passport holders need a visa for Colombia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Can Chinese citizens apply for Colombia visa online?

Yes. China passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to Colombia, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.

Do Colombia citizens need a visa for China?

Colombia passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to China.

Colombia visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Colombia before you book.