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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Colombia.
Cash withdrawals often only with a PIN four digit possible.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Time difference with Switzerland
- 6 h / - 7 h during our summer time
Capital
Bogotá
National language
Official language
Spanish
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
110/150 volt / adapter required
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 11.30 h and 14.00 - 16.00/16.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Bogotà: 8.30 - 15.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 12.00 h and 14.00 - 18.30 h (Mon - Sat)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against yellow fever, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted; international driver's license recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Country code for calling Switzerland
90 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Bogotá, Cra. 9a no 74-08, Piso 11, Edificio Profinanzas
Tel. +57 1 349 72 30
Other information
Most of the country's volcanoes are found in the Cordillera Central, some of them are active.
There is a potential risk of earthquakes and mudslides.
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Travelers should pay close attention to their personal security.
Join a guided group tour when possible and choose to travel by air.
Travel to the border areas with Ecuador and Venezuela is not advised.
Relatively high crime rate, especially in the cities.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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