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Laura Sarabia, Colombia's Foreign Minister announced this Friday, April 18, that her government has begun a process to waive the visa requirement for citizens of China and other nationalities. At this time, it is unknown if Cuba might be included.
"In a conversation today with President Gustavo Petro we initiated the process to exempt Chinese citizens and other nationalities from visa requirements", wrote Sarabia on his X account.
In his post, he stated that the decision aimed to "facilitate tourism, trade, and investment in Colombia." "We continue to work, as always, with a shared vision and open dialogue," he concluded.
So far, the official page of the Colombian Foreign Ministry has also not announced the decision.
Currently, Colombia exempts a group of 102 nationalities and territories from the Visitor visa requirement for short stays (up to 90 days). Cuba is not among them.
According to the Resolution 5477 dated July 22, 2022, the types of visas in Colombia are the visitor (type V) - including the Visitor Visa (type V) of courtesy, Migrant Visa (type M), and Resident.
For Cuba, only diplomatic passport holders are exempt from visas indefinitely, as long as the documents are valid. Holders of official passports will be exempt from visas for a maximum of 6 months.
To travel to Colombia with a visitor visa, Cubans must first request an appointment and then complete the Visa Application Form (for submission to the Consulate of Colombia in Havana) through the digital platform designed for this purpose, in order to present themselves at the Consulate of Colombia in Havana.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Visa Exemption Process for Cubans in Colombia
Will Colombia exempt Cubans from the visa requirement?
Colombia has begun a process to exempt citizens from several nationalities from visa requirements, possibly including Cuba. However, the Colombian Foreign Ministry has not yet officially confirmed this decision, so it is recommended that Cubans stay alert for official announcements to obtain updated information.
What benefits could Cubans obtain if Colombia eliminates the visa requirement?
The elimination of the visa requirement for Cubans would facilitate tourism, trade, and investment between Cuba and Colombia. This would allow Cubans to visit Colombia more easily, promoting cultural and economic exchange between both countries.
What are the current requirements for Cubans to travel to Colombia?
Currently, Cubans need a visitor visa to travel to Colombia. The process includes scheduling an appointment and completing the Visa Application Form through the digital platform of the Colombian Consulate in Havana.
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