In recent years, complaints have been increasing from Colombians traveling to Mexico who, in addition to not being admitted to the country, claim to be victims of mistreatment by the immigration authorities of this country.
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In fact, many Colombians are taken to the so-called “rejection room”, the place to which inadmissible people are transferred and where, as was known, they are held incommunicado and in deplorable conditions until they are deported to their country of origin.
Taking into account the above, we present below the recommendations provided by the Colombian Foreign Ministry for those planning to travel to Mexico.
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1. Diligence with enough time in advance the pre-registration form and familiarize yourself with its content
2. Have accommodation for the entire stay. Remember to carry printed proof of payment, with the details of your hotel. In case you have been invited by someone, you must present a letter of invitation signed by your host, with their contact information, a copy of a proof of address and a copy of the identification of this person.
3. At the time of the interview with the official of the National Migration Institute, be clear and sincere in your answers regarding the purposes of the trip. In addition, you must demonstrate economic solvency that allows to defray expenses during the stay. An average of 100 to 500 US dollars per day is estimated, which includes lodging, food and leisure activities.
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4. Have a defined tourist plan and with tickets to parks or tours. You must also present clear information about the means of transport you will use during your stay.
5. Submit a work certificate evidencing the vacation period to be enjoyed.
6. If you travel with minors, without one of their parents, bring simple copies of the permit to leave the country to present to the National Institute of Migration. Remember that the original permit is retained by Migration Colombia when leaving the country.
7. Acquire a international travel assistance insurancein case of any illness or emergency.
8. Have the telephone numbers of the Consulate at hand, in case of any inconvenience when entering Mexico.
Mexico City: landlines +52 555 525 4562 / +52 555 525 2798 / +52 555 525 2658. Outside office hours you can call +525528453988. Likewise, you can write to the email: [email protected]
Cancun: +52 998 415 4541. Outside office hours you can call +52 998 270 6449. You can also write to the email: [email protected]
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