Colombia to Germany tourist visa
Germany travel requirements for Colombian citizens. Visa-free access for stays up to 90 days. ETIAS authorization coming in 2025. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Germany Visa-Free Entry
- Fee
- Free
- Processing time
- No visa processing required
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your Colombian passport must meet specific validity requirements for Schengen entry
- ETIAS Authorization — European Travel Information and Authorization System pre-travel authorization
- Proof of Sufficient Funds — Evidence that you can financially support yourself during your stay in Germany
- Proof of Accommodation — Documentation showing where you will stay during your visit
- Return or Onward Travel — Proof that you will leave the Schengen area within 90 days
- Travel Health Insurance — Travel insurance with medical coverage for your trip
Common questions
- Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Germany?
- No! Colombian citizens can visit Germany and all Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Starting in 2025, you will need ETIAS authorization (€7) before travel, but this is not a visa.
- What is ETIAS and when will it be required?
- ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is a pre-travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers visiting Europe. It costs €7 (free for those under 18 or over 70), is valid for 3 years, and will be required for Colombian travelers starting in 2025.
- How long can I stay in Germany?
- You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the entire Schengen area (not just Germany). This means if you visit Germany for 30 days, then France for 30 days, you have used 60 of your 90 days.
- Can I work in Germany as a Colombian tourist?
- No, visa-free entry does not permit any form of work, paid or unpaid. If you want to work in Germany, you need to apply for an appropriate work visa at the German embassy in Colombia.
- What if I want to stay longer than 90 days?
- If you need to stay longer than 90 days, you must apply for a national visa (Nationales Visum) at the German embassy in Bogotá before traveling. You cannot extend your visa-free stay while in Germany.
- Can I travel to other European countries with the same entry?
- Yes! Your visa-free access applies to all 29 Schengen countries. You can freely travel between Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and other Schengen states. The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen area combined.