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Cartagena is a Caribbean city and is full of culture, food, bright colors and HEAT. I quickly realized how close it is to NYC (5 hour flight direct). Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.I have wanted to go to Cartagena ever since I started hearing about it years ago, but never thought it was safe. For more information, see the Venezuela Travel Advisory. citizens attempting to enter Venezuela without a visa have been charged with terrorism and other serious crimes and detained for long periods. citizens should not go near the border due to the risk of crossing into Venezuela accidentally. The Colombia-Venezuela border is not clearly marked, and U.S. citizens are at risk of detention when crossing into Venezuela. citizens are advised not to travel to the border of Colombia and Venezuela. government-personnel travel to these areas is severely restricted due to security concerns.Ĭolombia - Venezuela Border – Level 4: Do Not Travel government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. Terrorist groups are active in some parts. Violent crime, including armed robbery and homicide, is widespread. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.Īrauca, Cauca, and Norte de Santander Departments – Level 4: Do Not Travel

Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.

Review the Country Security Report for Colombia.

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Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.

Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Colombia. government employees may not hail street taxis or use public buses. government employees may not use motorcycles. government personnel unless specifically authorized.

Colombia’s land border areas are off-limits to U.S.

government employees are not permitted to travel by road between most major cities. government employees must adhere to the noted restrictions: Protests can become violent and can result in fatalities and injuries. Road closures may significantly reduce access to public transportation and may disrupt travel within and between cities.

Demonstrations can shutdown roads and highways, often without prior notice or estimated reopening timelines. Large public demonstrations can take place for a variety of political or economic issues. citizens, the attacks could result in unintended victims.ĭemonstrations occur regularly throughout the country. While terrorists have not specifically targeted private U.S. They may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, police stations, military facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, airports, and other public areas.

The National Liberation Army (ELN), Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia - People’s Army (FARC-EP), and Segunda Marquetalia terrorist organizations, as well as the Clan del Golfo and other criminal organizations, continue operating and carrying out attacks in Colombia. Organized criminal activities, such as extortion, robbery, and kidnapping, are common in some areas. The Colombia-Venezuela border region due to crime, kidnapping, and risk of detention when crossing into Venezuela from Colombia.Ĭountry Summary: Violent crime, such as homicide, assault, and armed robbery, is widespread.Arauca, Cauca (excluding Popayán), and Norte de Santander departments due to crime and terrorism.Exercise increased caution due to civil unrest and kidnapping. Reconsider travel due to crime and terrorism. Reissued with updates to high-risk areas.

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