Traveling To Columbia? Vaccine Requirements And Entry Rules

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As of February 1, 2022, all international travelers aged 18 and above who wish to enter Colombia by air or sea must present a vaccination certificate or card with a complete scheme, with a minimum of 14 days having passed since the scheme was completed. The vaccination certificate must include the individual's full name, date of vaccination, name and manufacturer of the vaccine administered, and the number of doses administered. If the vaccine does not fall under either of the two categories (authorized by the World Health Organization or approved by a country or territory recognized by the UN), the traveler will be considered unvaccinated and will not be allowed entry. Non-resident foreigners who have not received at least one dose of the vaccine will not be permitted to enter the country, even with a negative PCR test. However, travelers who have received at least one dose may enter with a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of travel, as long as it has been more than 14 days since receiving the dose.

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Vaccination Requirements All international travelers aged 18 or older must present a vaccination certificate or card with a complete scheme, with a minimum of 14 days from the date the scheme was completed.
Accepted Vaccines Vaccines authorized by the World Health Organization or officially approved by a country or territory recognized by the United Nations.
Non-Resident Foreigners Non-resident foreigners who do not have at least one dose will not be able to enter the country, even with a negative PCR test.
Proof of Vaccination Proof of vaccination must be presented either in paper format or digitally. It must include the individual's full name, date of vaccination, name and manufacturer of the vaccine, and number of doses administered.
Additional Requirements All travelers must complete the online Check-Mig form and carry a print-out, along with an electronic version, to present to Colombian immigration.

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Entering Colombia from another country

As of February 1st, 2022, Colombia has implemented more flexible entry requirements for passengers by air and sea. All international travellers aged 18 or over must present their vaccination certificate or card with a complete scheme, with a minimum of 14 days having passed since the scheme was completed. The vaccination certificate must include the traveller's full name, date of vaccination, name of the vaccine administered, and the number of doses administered. Eligible vaccines are those authorised by the World Health Organization or those officially approved by a country or territory recognised by the United Nations.

If you are not fully vaccinated, you may still enter Colombia by presenting a negative PCR or antigen test. The PCR test must be taken within 72 hours of boarding, and the antigen test within 48 hours. These tests must be presented in addition to the "Check-Mig" requirement, which must be completed online between 72 hours and 1 hour prior to arrival or departure from Colombia. You must carry a print-out of the form and be ready to show the electronic version at Colombian immigration.

Please note that this information may not be up to date, and you should always consult the requirements of the Colombian authorities before travelling.

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COVID-19 vaccination requirements

As of February 1, 2022, Colombia has implemented Resolution 111 of 2022, which outlines the COVID-19 vaccination requirements for international travellers seeking to enter the country. According to this resolution, all international travellers aged 18 and above must present either a vaccination certificate or card with a complete vaccination scheme. This scheme must have been completed at least 14 days prior to the date of travel. The eligible vaccines are those authorised by the World Health Organization or officially approved by a country or territory recognised by the United Nations.

The vaccination certificate must include the following information: the individual's full name, type and identification number, date of vaccination, name of the vaccine administered or manufacturer, and the number of doses administered. This information can also be identified for each dose separately. It is important to note that non-resident foreigners who have not received at least one dose of the vaccine will not be permitted entry into Colombia, even with a negative PCR test.

In addition to the vaccination requirements, all travellers must complete the online Check-Mig form within 72 to 1 hour before arriving in or departing from Colombia. Travellers should carry a print-out of the form and be prepared to show the electronic version on their mobile device to Colombian immigration authorities.

It is recommended to refer to the Colombian Health Ministry website and the Ministry of Health and Social Protection's website or digital MinSalud app for the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 vaccination requirements and approved vaccines and schemes.

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PCR testing rules

As of 1st February 2022, Resolution 111 of 2022 has been in place, making the entry requirements for Colombia more flexible for passengers by air and by sea. All international travellers aged 18 and over must present a vaccination certificate or card with a complete scheme, with a minimum of 14 days having passed since the scheme was completed. The vaccination certificate must be presented either in paper format or digitally, and must include the individual's full name, date of vaccination, name and manufacturer of the vaccine, and the number of doses administered. The eligible vaccines are those authorised by the World Health Organization, or those approved by a country or territory recognised by the United Nations.

Non-resident foreigners who have not started a vaccination scheme, or who have started but not completed it, or have not waited 14 days after completing the scheme, may enter the country by presenting a negative PCR test issued no more than 72 hours in advance of the date and time of departure. An antigen test with a negative result, issued no more than 48 hours in advance, is also accepted.

All travellers must also complete the online Check-Mig form between 72 hours and 1 hour prior to arrival or departure from Colombia.

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The Colombian Health Ministry's eligible vaccines

As of May 1, 2022, the Colombian government's Ministry of Immigration eased all nationalities' domestic and international travel restrictions. Entry rules no longer require COVID-19 vaccination administration. However, all cruise ship passengers entering Colombia, regardless of citizenship, must be fully vaccinated and show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken 72 hours before arrival.

The Colombian Health Ministry states that eligible vaccines are those authorised by the World Health Organization and officially recognised by the country or territory in which the vaccine was received. This includes the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which is administered as a single dose.

It is important to note that travellers may be at risk for other diseases when visiting Colombia. The risk of yellow fever, for example, is present in the country. Proof of vaccination is required if arriving from Angola, Brazil, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or Uganda, or if you have transited through an airport in one of these countries. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare provider or visit a travel health clinic before travelling to Colombia to ensure that your routine vaccinations are up to date.

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Entering British Columbia, Canada

As of 2025, U.S. residents can get vaccinated in Canada, but there may be a cost involved. This means that if you are entering British Columbia, Canada, and need to get vaccinated, you can do so. However, it is important to note that the availability of COVID-19 vaccines may differ by region in Canada, as provinces and territories design and deliver their own vaccination programs. Therefore, it is recommended to check with the specific province or territory for the most up-to-date information on vaccine availability and requirements.

In British Columbia, COVID-19 vaccines will be available in the fall of 2025 to help protect individuals during the respiratory illness season. If you are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, you will receive a notification when it is time to book your appointment. To receive this notification, you must be registered in the Get Vaccinated system. After registering, you will receive a link to book your vaccine appointment online or by phone. You can also easily reschedule or cancel your appointment online if needed.

It is important to note that in Canada, the minimum interval between COVID-19 vaccine doses is 3 months, whether you have been previously vaccinated or not. This means that if you have not been previously vaccinated, you can receive the vaccine at any time. However, if you have been previously vaccinated, it is recommended to wait at least 3 months after receiving your last COVID-19 vaccine dose before getting the updated vaccine. This interval may help improve the immune response.

Additionally, all of your information related to COVID-19 vaccination in British Columbia will be kept private and will never be shared with other agencies or parts of the government. You can access your immunization record online or request a printed copy at a Service BC office.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, as per Resolution 111 of 2022, all international travelers aged 18 and above must present a vaccination certificate with a complete scheme and a minimum of 14 days from the date of completion. If you are not vaccinated, you can present a negative PCR test issued no more than 72 hours in advance or an antigen test with a negative result issued no more than 48 hours in advance.

The certificate must include the individual's full name, date of vaccination, name and manufacturer of the vaccine, and the number of doses administered. The eligible vaccines are those authorized by the World Health Organization or officially approved by a country or territory recognized by the United Nations.

Yes, all travelers must complete the online Check-Mig form between 72 hours and 1 hour prior to arrival or departure from Colombia. Carry a print-out of the form and be ready to show the electronic version on your mobile device to the authorities.

Yes, specific requirements vary depending on the destination country. For example, when traveling from Colombia to Spain, individuals must comply with sanitary and formal requirements. The sanitary requirement includes a negative PCR test carried out within 96 hours before boarding, and the formal requirement involves filling out a specific form.

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