Location: Colombia, countrywide
Event: Congressional elections and presidential primaries will take place in Colombia on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Colombian authorities willl be implementing restrictions beginning on Saturday, March 7, through Monday morning. The government will also deploy a large number of security personnel throughout the country in an effort to ensure a peaceful process.
Protests are possible throughout the country over the weekend. Demonstrations and police deployments can create significant travel disruptions, such as road or travel facility closures. If you are planning on travel in Colombia this weekend, be sure to build in extra time or reconsider your plans.
Land and sea borders will be closed from 6:00 pm on Saturday, March 7 until 6:00 am on Monday, March 9. Alcohol sales are restricted from 6:00 pm on Saturday, March 7 until noon on Monday, March 9.
Actions to Take:
- Comply with local authorities.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Avoid demonstrations.
- Keep your car doors locked and your windows closed.
- Maintain a high level of vigilance, especially in public areas.
- Review your personal security plans; be prepared to shelter in place should prolonged protests develop.
- Travelers should be prepared to remain where they are if demonstrations result in transportation routes being blocked or airports being inaccessible or closed.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia
Tel. +57-1-275-2000 or 601-275-2000
https://co.usembassy.gov/services/contact-acs-form/
https://co.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla
conagencybarranquilla@state.gov
U.S. Department of State – Consular Affairs
1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Colombia Country Information
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