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title: Colombia visa for citizens of France
description: Citizens of France can visit Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Colombia visa for citizens of France

Citizens of France can visit Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Not formally specified

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Colombian border checkpoint** — Present your passport and any supporting documents to the immigration officer.
2. **Receive entry stamp** — The officer will stamp your passport granting a stay of up to 90 days.
3. **Keep documentation while in Colombia** — Retain your passport and entry stamp; you may be asked to show them during your stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay and have at least two blank pages.
- **Return ticket or onward travel proof** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Colombia.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation, Airbnb confirmation, or invitation letter from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration; typically bank statements or credit card.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not formally specified
- Bank statements
- Credit card
- Cash

Immigration officers may request evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days and can be extended for another 90 days within a one-year period by applying at Migración Colombia.
- Overstaying the permitted period may result in fines or future entry restrictions.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport not valid for sufficient time or lacks blank pages** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure date and has at least 2 blank pages.
- **No return or onward ticket** — Carry a printed or digital copy of your confirmed return or onward flight booking.
- **Inability to provide proof of accommodation or sufficient funds** — Prepare hotel reservations, invitation letters, bank statements, or credit cards to show you can support yourself.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of France need a visa for Colombia?

Citizens of France can visit Colombia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of France stay in Colombia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of France need for Colombia?

Valid passport; Return ticket or onward travel proof; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

## More

- [Colombia visa for every passport](/visa/colombia)
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