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Egypt to Colombia visa requirements

Yes, an Egyptian ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Colombia. Egypt is NOT on Colombia's visa-exempt list. The required Visitor Visa (Type V) for tourism is applied for entirely online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs SITAC platform and issued electronically, so it functions as an eVisa. There is no visa-on-arrival or visa-free channel for ordinary Egyptian passports. Colombia maintains a short-stay visa waiver for roughly 100+ nationalities, but Egypt is not among them. Egyptian ordinary passport holders must obtain a Colombian Visitor Visa (Visa V) before travel. The entire process is handled online via the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería) SITAC electronic system: the applicant registers, uploads documents (PDF) and a photo (JPG), pays a USD 50 study fee, and if approved pays a USD 45 issuance fee for the V-Tourism category. The visa is delivered electronically by email and must be printed and presented at the port of entry. The first visitor visa is associated with the consular office nearest the applicant's residence (e.g., the Colombian Embassy serving Egypt). Standard processing is about 5 business days after the study fee is paid, extendable to up to 30 calendar days if additional documents or an interview are requested. The Visa V for tourism typically permits stays up to 90 days (commonly extendable, with a 180-day-per-calendar-year cap), with multiple entries during its validity. Colombia is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply. Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay with at least two blank pages, and proof of onward travel plus sufficient funds are required. Because sources consistently confirm Egypt is visa-required with an online (electronic) issuance channel, the verdict is eVisa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visitor Visa (Visa V) - Tourism, applied online (electronic issuance)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry (extendable; max 180 days per calendar year)
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries during validity
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 study fee + USD 45 issuance (V-Tourism)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 5 business days after study fee paid (up to 30 calendar days if extra documents/interview)
standard track
Validity
Typically valid up to the period granted by the consul, commonly up to ~2 years or as specified
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a Visa V
Egypt is not on Colombia's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary Egyptian passport holder must obtain a Visitor Visa (Visa V) for tourism before travel.
· Visa required· Apply before departure
/02
Create an account on the SITAC online platform
Register on the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería) online visa portal and select the Visitor Visa - Tourism category. Choose the Colombian consular office nearest your residence.
· cancilleria.gov.co· SITAC
/03
Upload required documents
Upload your passport bio page, photo, proof of onward travel, proof of funds and accommodation. Documents must be PDF; the photo must be JPG (max 300 kb).
· PDF documents· JPG photo
/04
Pay the study fee
After submission you receive a reference number. Pay the USD 50 study fee within 10 days or the application is cancelled.
· USD 50· Within 10 days
/05
Wait for the decision
Expect an answer within about 5 business days, extendable to 30 calendar days if the consulate requests more documents or an interview.
· ~5 business days
/06
Pay issuance fee and receive the eVisa
If approved, pay the USD 45 issuance fee. The electronic visa is emailed to you; print it and present it at the first port of entry in Colombia.
· USD 45· Print and carry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Egypt -> Colombia · Visitor Visa (Visa V) - Tourism, applied online (electronic issuance)
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RequiredEgyptian passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least two blank passport pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online Visa V application on the SITAC platform
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent color passport photo, white background, JPG (max 300 kb)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredProof of onward/return travel out of Colombia
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredPayment for USD 50 study fee and USD 45 issuance fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPrinted copy of the approved electronic visa for the port of entry
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Colombia Cancillería - Tourist Visa (official Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa study feeUSD 50Non-refundable; paid after submitting the online application
Visa issuance fee (V-Tourism)USD 45Paid only if the visa is approved
Total estimateUSD 95USD 95incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Extended review
Up to 30 calendar days
If additional documents or an interview are requested, processing extends up to 30 calendar days from registration.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Egypt not on the visa-waiver list
Colombia exempts 100+ nationalities for short stays, but Egypt is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Tourism visit
Short tourist stays still require the Visitor Visa (Visa V) for Egyptian nationals; there is no tourist visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel.
High
/03
Online/electronic issuance
The Visa V is applied for and issued electronically via the SITAC platform, classifying the route as an eVisa.
Medium
/04
Document or interview requests
Consulates may request more evidence of funds or intent, extending processing.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Egypt to Colombia route verified
Confirmed via Colombia Cancillería and visa-policy sources that Egyptian ordinary passport holders require a Visitor Visa (Visa V), applied online (electronic issuance); USD 50 study + USD 45 issuance; ~5 business days processing.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Egyptian tourist enter Colombia without a visa?
No. Egypt is not on Colombia's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary Egyptian passport holder must obtain a Visitor Visa (Visa V) before travel.
Is there a visa-on-arrival for Egyptians in Colombia?+
How much does the Colombia tourist visa cost for Egyptians?+
How long can I stay in Colombia on this visa?+
Does Colombia use Schengen or ETIAS rules?+
How long does processing take?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Egypt passport

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