Spanish Embassies in Colombia
There are many drawcards attracting both Colombian and global citizens to Spain. At present, a Colombian citizen is required only to have a valid passport for tourist entry into Spain for a period not exceeding 90 days. Citizens are encouraged to view the respective visa pathways if considering longer-term stays for reasons such as work, study, and residence.
In the coming years, access to Spain and other countries in the Schengen zone will change. The European Union monitors the security of visitors traveling to any of the Schengen zone countries via their European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS).
In 2021, the European Union will roll out a new ETIAS visa waiver application process in an effort to protect and strengthen the external borders of the Schengen Zone. Colombia joins 59 other countries having access to the new ETIAS waiver scheme that citizens will need to complete before entering Spain or any other participating country in the zone. The application will be available online and include simple questions about identity, required documentation and intended travel plans.
Travelers are encouraged to stay up to date with changes and plan journeys to Spain in advance.
The Spanish Embassy in Colombia is located in the capital city of Bogota and can provide further assistance for an upcoming journey to Spain.
At the Embassy in Bogota a Colombian citizen can access visa information, application and contact details including but not limited to:
- Tourist entry and document requirements
- Exclusions / Refusal of entry
- Health requirements
- Long term visa for Colombian citizens considering work, study or living in Spain
- Fee structure for authorization processes and identity documents
- Acquiring Spanish nationality from ancestral origin
Spain also has a consulate general in Cartagena and 8 other consulates located around Colombia that offer the same level of service as the Embassy. Please see the complete listing below for their respective locations and hours of operation.
Spain’s consulates in Colombia
Consulate of Spain in Barranquilla
Consulate of Spain in Bucaramanga
Consulate of Spain in Buenaventura
Consulate of Spain in Cali
Consulate of Spain in Cartagena
Consulate of Spain in Cucuta
Consulate of Spain in Medellin
Consulate of Spain in Pasto
Consulate of Spain in Pereira