Colombia ๐จ๐ด
Colombia is part of South America with main city at
Bogotรก. It's usually ๐ค๏ธ 25.01 ยฐC in Colombia with a rainfall of ๐ง 246.33 mm. Tipping is usually not expected in Colombia. Internet speed in Colombia is on average 4.5 Mbps. In Colombia you drive on the right side. Its Developing country with a
population of 49M people. The main currency is Colombian Peso. The languages
spoken are Spanish. Automatic teller machines are common in Colombia. Current travel safety advice is Exercise a high degree of caution. Get other useful information like socket plugs, SIM cards and emergency numbers.
๐ Developing ย ๐ค๏ธ ~25.01 ยฐC ย ๐ง ~246.33 mmย ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆโ๐ฆ 49M people
Colombia Travel Advice
๐ก๏ธ Travel safety
Exercise a high degree of caution
We've reviewed our advice for Colombia. We haven't changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas. The Nevado del Ruiz volcano continues showing signs of increased seismic activity. Colombian authorities have ordered the evacuation of high-risk areas and indicated that an eruption is likely in the coming days or weeks. Follow the advice of local authorities. COVID-19 related entry requirements have been lifted. Face masks are still required in some situations.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of cautionย in Colombia due to high levels of crime and terrorism.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Colombia Weather
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Colombia Essential travel details
๐ Plugs
Colombia uses 110V, 60Hz with sockets and plugs Type A and Type B.
๐ Languages
The languages that are typically spoken are
Spanish
Money in Colombia
๐ฑ Currencies Used
Colombia uses the Colombian peso (symbol: $), code COP.Banknotes come in denominations of 100000, 50000, 20000, 10000, 5000, 2000 and 1000 pesos. Peso is subdivided into 100 centavos. Coins come in denominations of 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20 pesos.
๐ง ATMs
Automatic teller machines are common in Colombia. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM โ your standard magnetic card will work fine.
๐โโ๏ธ Tipping
Not expected, but can leave extra tip
Tipping is usually not expected in Colombia. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small โextraโ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.
Calling in Colombia
๐ก Internet
Internet speed in Colombia is on average 4.5 Mbps.
WiFi coverage in Colombia is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.
๐ฑ Phones
You can buy a SIM card for about 40,062.86 COP, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 4 telecoms: Avantel, Claro, Movistar or Tigo.
Colombia uses GSM mobile networks GSM 850 and GSM 1900.
If you don't want to buy SIM card in Colombia upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
๐ Calling
To call Colombia, dial +, then 57 (the country code for Colombia), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.
For local calls within Colombia, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 1 .
Driving in Colombia
๐ฃ๏ธ Road rules
In Colombia you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick).
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 30-60 km/h (18-37 mph) in all built-up areas, 80-90 km/h (49-55 mph) on undivided highways, 90-100 km/h (55-62 mph) on motorways and 90-100 km/h (55-62 mph) on expressways.
๐ Emergency
Universal
112
Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire department
112
Colombia country map
Colombia travel details
It's important to consider getting travel medical insurance to ensure you're covered in case of unexpected medical emergencies.
For just $42, you can get coverage for 4 weeks, providing peace of mind and financial protection while you're away from home.
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Insurance in Colombia
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$1.45
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