Embassy of Colombia in China
Embassy of the Republic of Colombia in Beijing
Ambassador: H.E. Mrs. Carmenza Jaramillo
Address: No. 34, Guang Hua Lu, Chaoyang District
Postal Code: 100600
Tel: (+86)10 65323377 / 65323166 / 65320739 / 65320740 (Consular Section)
Fax: (+86)10 6532 1969
E-mail: cbeijing@cancilleria.gov.co
Surrounding Landmark Building: Ritan Park Transportation to the Embassy:
The embassy is located in Guanghua Road and is near to the Ritan Park. You can take a bus and get off at Ritan Gongyuan stop, and then you can find the embassy very easily. The buses routes include Bus No. 639, 640.
Important Notice: With effect from January 01, 2007, the Republic of Colombia has adopted the visa-free policy for Chinese ordinary passport holders intending to travel for a brief visit or sightseeing. Consular Service Charge
The Embassy in Beijing does not accept any payment by transfer. All the service charges are required to pay in the Citic Bank which is located near the Friendship Store. The Friendship Store is situated in the Jianguomenwai Avenue, about three blocks away from the Embassy. People who need the consular service can draw a receipt in the embassy and then pay all the service charge in the Citic Bank. The bank staff will seal the receipt after all the charges being paid. Temporary Colombia-returning Visa
This kind of visa has only one page and it is only issued to its citizens intending to return to their country directly. Period of validity is no more than 30 days and no fees are required. Fees:
| Visa Categories | Fees (USD) | Fees (RMB) |
|---|---|---|
| Business | 150 | 1,200 |
| Maritime Crew | 100 | 800 |
| Temporary | 100 | 800 |
| Work | 205 | 1,640 |
| For Colombian's Spouse | 160 | 1,280 |
| For Colombian's Parents | 160 | 1,280 |
| Religion | 155 | 1,240 |
| Student | 40 | 320 |
| Special | 175 | 1,400 |
| Temporary Resident | 285 | 2,280 |
| Investor | 375 | 3,000 |
| Visit | 40 | 320 |
| Technical | 100 | 800 |
General Information:
Name: The Republic of Colombia People: 44 million Language: Spanish is the official language, besides, there are over 90 other languages, including English, Germany, chibcha, guajiro and Native Indian. Religion: Most of the people are Catholics, but the country safeguard the freedom of religious belief. Capital: Bogotá Important Festival: July 20 (Independency Day); May 01 (Labor's Day) Relationship with China: The diplomatic relation between the Republic of Colombia and China was established in 1980.
Please contact China Embassy in Colombia if Colombians will go to China.