Do you need your military book certificate?: This is downloaded online

A clear and updated guide to obtain this document from home in a few minutes.

Having the military book certificate is a key procedure for many Colombians, especially when accessing certain jobs or carrying legal procedures. In 2025, this process can be done online, without rows or intermediaries.

The military notebook certifies the military situation of Colombian men of legal age, in accordance with Law 48 of 1993. There are two classes:

First class: For those who provided military service.
Second class: For those who paid a compensation quota.

Having the military situation defined is mandatory, although it is not always required to present the notebook to access works, especially in the private sector.

How to download the Military Book certificate in 2025

Follow these steps to obtain the document in PDF format:

Enter the official site: https://www.libretamilitar.mil.co/modules/consult/militarycardcertificate
Select your document type and enter the number.
Click “Generate certificate” .
The system will automatically download the PDF with its certificate.

Do you want to consult your military state?

On the same website you will find a consultation option for the state of your military situation. You do not need to be registered. Just enter your type and document number and you can know if you are:

In registration
Aforementioned
In concentration
In liquidation
Reservist

How to get the military notebook for the first time?

If you still have no military notebook, this is the procedure to process it:

Enter the portal of the Recruitment command .
Register with your personal data.
Verify your account from email.
Enter with your user document and attach the requested.
Wait for the liquidation of the value to be paid and make the payment.

Requirement: Be over 18 years old.

Can I get it through the digital citizen folder?

Yeah. The digital citizen folder allows access and certificates of the State. Thus you can activate it:

Enter a https://carpetaciudadana.gov.co
Click “Join now!”
Register and validate your account from your email
See documents in the available categories.

Is the military notebook mandatory?

Not always. Although defining the military situation is mandatory, The notebook cannot be required as a requirement to hire in the private sector according to circular 39 of the Ministry of Labor.
However, It is mandatory to sign contracts with the State .