Colombia passport → Germany

Germany visa for citizens of Colombia

Visa-freeVisa-free short stay

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

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-04. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free short stay
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for the stay and return journey may be requested; no fixed daily rates apply.

How to apply

1
Check the passport
Carry a valid Colombian national passport meeting the stated validity and issuance-age conditions.
2
Carry supporting evidence
Be prepared to show evidence of visit purpose, circumstances, and sufficient funds if requested.
3
Enter Germany without a visa
Colombian nationals listed as visa-exempt may enter for the applicable short stay without obtaining a visa.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid Colombian national passport
The passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the planned departure date and issued within the last 10 years.

Travel

Evidence of purpose and circumstances of the visit
Optional
May be requested in certain cases.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay and return journey
Optional
May be requested; the amount depends on the type and length of stay, with no fixed daily rate.

Supporting

Health insurance covering return transport to the home country
Optional
Official guidance advises obtaining this insurance; it is not stated as mandatory.

Proof of funds

Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Evidence of funds for the return journey

No fixed daily rates are established; required funds depend on the type and length of stay.

Good to know

Visa-free stay is generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Gainful employment is not permitted during the visa-free stay.
At planned departure, the passport must have at least three months of remaining validity and have been issued within the last 10 years.
Border authorities may request evidence of the visit purpose, circumstances, and sufficient funds.
Health insurance covering return transport is advised but is not stated as mandatory.

FAQ

Do citizens of Colombia need a visa for Germany?

Citizens of Colombia can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free short stay.

How long can citizens of Colombia stay in Germany?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Colombia need for Germany?

Valid Colombian national passport; Evidence of purpose and circumstances of the visit; Proof of sufficient funds for the stay and return journey; Health insurance covering return transport to the home country.

How long must my passport be valid for Germany?

At least 3 months.

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