Do British citizens need a visa for Colombia?

Passport

United Kingdom

Destination

Colombia

United Kingdom passport holders can enter Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days.

Answer Visa-free 90 days

No visa needed

Entry requirement: Visa-free
Maximum stay: 90 days
Apply before travel: No
Last updated: February 2026

What United Kingdom passport holders need to do

Check your passport validity. Many countries ask for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
Be ready to show a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and proof of funds at the border.
Leave before the permitted stay ends. Working or studying usually needs a different visa.

United Kingdom is one of 101 passports in the “visa-free” group for Colombia. See the full Colombia visa requirements for every passport.

Other easy destinations in South America for United Kingdom passport holders

Colombia is one of 118 destinations in the “visa-free” group for the United Kingdom passport, which ranks #6 worldwide with a mobility score of 162. Of 12 destinations in South America, 11 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

Destination	Requirement	Max stay
Argentina	Visa-free	90 days
Bolivia	Visa-free	90 days
Brazil	Visa-free	90 days
Chile	Visa-free	90 days
Colombia	Visa-free	90 days
Ecuador	Visa-free	90 days
Guyana	Visa-free	90 days
Paraguay	Visa-free	90 days
Peru	Visa-free	180 days
Uruguay	Visa-free	90 days
Venezuela	Visa-free	90 days

All visa-free countries for the United Kingdom passport

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for Colombia?

United Kingdom passport holders can enter Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can United Kingdom passport holders stay in Colombia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

Do Colombia citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

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

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.