August 10, 2026 – Important notice
Following the earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10th, Colombian authorities have declared a national state of emergency. Swiss nationals and tourists currently in the country are asked to follow the instructions of local authorities. In case of an emergency, please contact the police (Tel. 123) or the local civil protection authority: Grupo de Protección, +57 601 375 23 51.
The decision to begin, continue, or cancel a trip is the sole responsibility of each traveler. Travelers are advised to register via the “Travel Admin” app and to consult official websites from the relevant authorities for the latest information:
Colombian Geological Service
National Unit for Disaster Risk Management
For further assistance, the Swiss Embassy in Bogotá bogota@eda.admin.ch, Tel. +57 601 489 87 80, or the FDFA Helpline helpline@eda.admin.ch, Tel. +41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33 can be contacted.
