Colombia Earthquake and Travel Advisory Update
The UK FCDO updated travel advice for Colombia following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Chocó on August 10, warning of potential travel disruption and airport closures, with Matecaña International Airport in Pereira currently closed. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel to parts of Colombia, including border areas with Venezuela and Ecuador, the Pacific coast, and central regions.
Impact and considerations
The earthquake causes travel disruption and airport closures, affecting business travelers' itineraries; they should monitor updates and adjust plans.
Key points
- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Chocó, Colombia; Pereira airport is closed.
- FCDO advises against all but essential travel to parts of Colombia.
- Travelers should follow local authority advice, stay away from damaged buildings, and be aware of aftershocks.
- Travel insurance may be invalidated if traveling against FCDO advice.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 12 Aug 2026, 04:42
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 13:29
- Last updated
- 12 Aug 2026, 04:42
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Colombia travel advice (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 12 Aug 2026, 04:42