We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Columbia due to the threat of violent crime and terrorism.
Cali will host the COP16 Biodiversity Summit from 21 October to 1 November. Expect an increased police presence and road closures. Demonstrations are likely to occur around the event.
There’s been an increase in foreign citizens, including Australians, who have been assaulted and robbed using incapacitating drugs. If you plan to travel from Colombia to Ecuador through the land border crossings, you’re required to present an apostilled police check covering the previous five years.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Colombia overall due to the threat of violent crime and terrorism.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
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