U.S. Embassy in Colombia
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Colombia
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U.S. issues level 4 travel warning for Venezuela amid rising security threats
The U.S. government has issued a stern warning to its citizens, advising against travel to Venezuela due to significant safety concerns.
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U.S. warns against travel to Venezuela due to high risks
The U.S. government has issued a warning to its citizens against traveling to Venezuela, citing severe risks that have led to the highest Travel Advisory level – Level 4: Do Not Travel.
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Colombia-Venezuela border closed; flights canceled amid security concerns
The Venezuelan government has implemented a temporary closure of its land border with Colombia, effective from 12:01 a.m. on May 23, 2025.
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Colombian nationals participate in CBP Home program for voluntary return
A charter flight has brought the first group of Colombian nationals back to Colombia under the CBP Home program, following their voluntary departure from the United States.
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First group departs US under CBP Home program
On May 19, 2024, the first group of Colombian nationals who voluntarily left the United States under the CBP Home program arrived in Colombia.
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U.S. Embassy warns of possible airport delays due to Colombian protest
The U.S. Embassy in Bogota has issued a notice regarding potential delays in immigration services at Colombian airports due to a protest named "Operacion Tortuga."
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U.S. Embassy announces federal benefits service visits in four Colombian cities
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia has announced that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will be visiting several cities in Colombia to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
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ELN "armed strike" prompts U.S. embassy warning in Chocó, Colombia
Members of the illegal armed group Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) have declared an "armed strike" in the Chocó Department of Colombia.
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U.S. Embassy in Colombia alerts citizens to May 1 demonstrations
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia has issued a statement regarding the monitoring of nationwide marches and demonstrations scheduled for May 1, 2025.
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U.S. advises against travel to Valle de Cauca Department due to violence
Reconsider traveling to the Valle de Cauca Department due to prevalent violent crime concerns, including armed robbery and murder, alongside active terrorist groups in certain regions.
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Protests planned near U.S. Embassy in Bogota for April 25, 2025
Authorities in Bogota are preparing for planned pro-Palestinian protests this Friday, April 25, 2025.
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US warns against travel to Nariño, Colombia due to security threats
The United States government advises travelers to reconsider visits to Nariño Department in Colombia.
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CDC issues notice on yellow fever cases in Colombia
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an updated Traveler's Health Notice concerning an increase in yellow fever cases in Colombia.
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U.S. Embassy Bogota monitors planned pro-Palestinian protests
The U.S. Embassy in Bogota has announced that it is monitoring planned protests in support of the Palestinian people scheduled for Friday, March 21.
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Civic day declared by Colombian president prompts planned rallies
According to recent reports, President Petro of Colombia has declared March 18, 2025, as a "civic day."
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Security concerns prompt travel warning for Bajo Calima region
Recent reports indicate escalating violence in the remote Bajo Calima region of Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia.
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U.S. Embassy announces federal benefits services visit in Colombia
The U.S. Embassy in Colombia has announced that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit several cities to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
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ELN announces armed strike in Chocó Department from February 18 to 21
Members of the illegal armed group Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) have announced an "armed strike" in Chocó Department, Colombia.
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John McNamara appointed Chargé d’Affaires at US Embassy in Bogota
John McNamara, a native of New York City and a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the United States Embassy in Bogota, Colombia as of February 1, 2025.
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Rubio travels to Central America and Caribbean for diplomatic mission
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit five countries in Central America and the Caribbean from February 1-6.