Overview
The Embassy of Colombia in Beijing manages bilateral relations established in 1980 and growing in strategic importance. China is one of Colombia's largest trading partners in Asia — Colombian exports include petroleum, coal, ferronickel, coffee, emeralds and cut flowers, while Chinese imports cover electronics, machinery, textiles and vehicles. Chinese investment in Colombian infrastructure, energy and telecommunications is expanding. Colombia maintains consulates in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong, and the embassy hosts an annual Colombian Film Cycle in Beijing that has become a signature cultural event.
Visa Services
The consular section processes visa applications for Chinese citizens travelling to Colombia. Categories include tourist, business, temporary resident, student and work visas. Consular section email: cbeijing@cancilleria.gov.co.
Consular Services
The consular section provides passport renewal, civil registration, document legalisation, notarial services, powers of attorney and emergency assistance for Colombian nationals across northern and central China. Emergency consular line: +86 137 1664 1682.
Trade & Export Support
Colombia exports petroleum, coal, ferronickel, coffee, emeralds and fresh flowers to China. Colombian coffee has built a growing premium brand among Chinese consumers, and Colombian emeralds command a loyal market in Chinese jewellery. The embassy's commercial section promotes Colombian exports and supports participation in Chinese trade fairs including the CIIE in Shanghai.
Cultural & Educational Programs
The embassy hosts an annual Colombian Film Cycle in Beijing — now in its tenth edition — showcasing Colombian cinema. Cultural exchange also includes music, dance, literature and gastronomy events. Academic cooperation involves scholarship programmes and university partnerships between Colombian and Chinese institutions.
Service Area
The embassy covers all of China except jurisdictions of consulates in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.
Appointment Information
Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-12:00 and 14:00-16:00. Phone: +86 10 6532 3377. General email: echina@cancilleria.gov.co. Consular email: cbeijing@cancilleria.gov.co. Emergency: +86 137 1664 1682.