Drugs — Colombia
What travelers need to know about drugs in Colombia. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
Drugs in Colombia: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.
Colombia has severe penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs, with sophisticated detection at airports.
Long pre-trial detention and long prison sentences under harsh conditions.
§ US State DeptVerified Jul 13, 2026
Criminals use scopolamine ('Burundanga') and other sedatives slipped into food and drinks to incapacitate and rob victims, often luring foreigners through online dating apps.
Can cause unconsciousness for 24+ hours, and in large doses respiratory failure and death; seek medical help immediately.
§ US Embassy ColombiaVerified Jul 13, 2026