For Colombian citizens in this part of France, the Consulate General of Colombia in Paris is the first address for passports and civil status matters.
Contact Details
| Address | 12 rue de Berri, 75008 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 53 93 91 91 |
| cparis@cancilleria.gov.co | |
| Website | paris.consulado.gov.co |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 13:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 13:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 13:30 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 13:30 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 13:30 |
Hours shown: collection of passports and ID documents (no appointment needed), according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026). Visits by appointment only. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
You will find the consulate general at 12 rue de Berri in Paris.
- Collection of passports and ID documents (no appointment needed): Monday to Friday 08:30–13:30, according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Appointment: required – see the official website.
- Good to know: All other procedures require an online appointment (one appointment per procedure; slots for the next two weeks). People in vulnerable situations can come in person 08:30–17:00.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of the documents for your application.
Who does the Colombian consulate general in Paris serve?
Colombia runs this consulate general for its citizens in this part of France.
Consular services
The office deals with matters such as:
- Colombian passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification of documents and signatures
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Visas for travellers who need one for Colombia
- Help for citizens in difficulty
Documents checklist
What Colombian citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Colombian government information:
Colombian passport (application abroad)
- Abroad, only Colombian consulates issue passports – the application and the collection are in person
- Original cédula de ciudadanía (or the original contraseña receipt if you do not have the card yet)
- To collect the passport: original Colombian ID and the payment receipt
- Ordinary passports are valid for 10 years; processing at consulates takes about 8 working days
- Minors: accompanied by a parent or legal representative with their cédula; a third party needs a special power of attorney from both parents (apostilled and translated into Spanish if made abroad)
Sources: Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – passports, Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – passport requirements (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the consulate before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. According to the official website, visits are by appointment only.
Travelling from France to Colombia
French citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Colombia (up to 90 days). A valid passport is required. Some regions of Colombia are on the French Foreign Ministry’s list of areas to avoid. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the office closes on the Colombian national holiday (20 July). Bridge days around holidays may bring extra closures.
Emergency assistance
Colombian nationals in urgent need of help can call +33 1 53 93 91 91. Typical emergencies are a lost passport before a flight, a hospital stay or an arrest; costs remain with the person concerned.
Colombian missions in France
Colombia in France
- Paris – Embassy of Colombia
- Paris – Consulate General (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Consulate General of Colombia in Paris
Where is the Colombian consulate general in Paris?
At 12 rue de Berri, 75008 Paris.
How can I call the Colombian consulate general in Paris?
+33 1 53 93 91 91.
When is the Colombian consulate general in Paris open?
Monday to Friday 08:30–13:30, by appointment, according to the official website (October 2026).
Do French citizens need a visa for Colombia?
No, for stays of up to 90 days.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: official website of the consulate general (checked October 2026), French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice, paris.consulado.gov.co. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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