The new campaign promoted by Migraciones Colombiatitled #TheHappyTravelerits main objective is to promote transparency and compliance with immigration regulations. If you do not meet these requirements, it is likely to complicate your stay in the country. What are the points you should consider to avoid having problems with your admission and being denied admission?
“Raise your hand for the happy traveler: the one who does not lie during the interview with the Immigration officer,” points out the advertising that was disseminated in the official accounts of the entity, and warns that giving false information, lying or attempting to deceive the immigration authority during the entry interview into the country is grounds for inadmissibility.
This initiative by the national Migration Agency, dependent on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, seeks to inform and raise awareness among travelers. on the relevance of providing accurate data during the admission interview, an essential process to guarantee security and order in the country.
“In Colombia, respecting immigration regulations is essential. Giving false information during the entry process can not only result in inadmissibility to the country, but also puts the safety and well-being of all citizens and visitors at risk.s”, explained the director of Migrations Colombia, and added: “Therefore, our message is clear: “The happy traveler always tells the truth. “Honesty is the safest and easiest way to enter our country.”
Through this advertising, Migrations Colombia invites all travelers to carefully review immigration requirements before their trip and to ensure that the information provided on the forms and during the admission interview is true and accurate.
The immigration authority reiterates that Any attempt at deception will be punished according to the law.
Migraciones Colombia is the entity in charge of managing and regulating migratory flows to and from Colombia, promoting an orderly, safe and respectful immigration system of human rights. Additionally, it works on the implementation of public policies aimed at facilitating the integration of migrants and compliance with national and international regulations.
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Other reasons why they may reject your entry to Colombia
Migrations Colombia
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Inadequate Documentation: Failure to present legally required documentation, such as a passport or visa, when necessary.
Non-compliance with Health Standards: Failure to comply with the health controls established by the Ministry of Health, including the presentation of symptoms of epidemic diseases.
Criminal Record: Have a record or judicial records for intentional crimes, either nationally or internationally, that may represent a risk to public safety.
National Security Risk: Have information from security agencies that indicates that the person represents a risk to national security or citizen coexistence.
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Attack on Authorities: Attack or threaten immigration officials or Colombian authorities during the entry process.
Immigration Debts: Not having canceled financial sanctions imposed by immigration authorities or not having sufficient financial resources to guarantee their stay in the country.
False information: Providing false or misleading information during the admission interview.
Stay Conditions: Having exceeded the maximum time allowed to stay in Colombia in previous years, which is generally 180 continuous or discontinuous days in a calendar year.
