{
  "id": 14190643,
  "title": "Phone and Internet in Colombia for Foreigners in 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/phone-and-internet-in-colombia-for-foreigners-in-2026",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T11:20:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Rio Times",
    "slug": "the-rio-times",
    "url": "https://www.riotimesonline.com/internet-sim-cards-colombia-2026-providers-prices-coverage/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Foreigners in Colombia can set up a prepaid mobile line with a local operator by presenting their passport at an operator shop. The process involves registering the phone using its IMEI number within 20 days. Claro offers a 7-day prepaid package with 2 GB of data for COP 9,000 (approximately US$2.82) and a 30-day package with 80 GB of data for COP 100,000 (around US$31). Other major mobile brands include Movistar, Tigo, and WOM, all of which publish prepaid packages online. Importantly, local packages are tailored for local use and provide a Colombian number for everyday use. However, a foreign handset must be registered to avoid being blocked. The telecoms regulator states that a phone brought from abroad must be registered with a Colombian operator. This process involves showing the operator the purchase invoice, proof of payment, or a registration form provided by the operator. Once registered, the phone's IMEI number is protected against theft. Coverage is an important consideration, with fibre optic being the leading technology and an average fixed download speed of 255.2 Mbps. When choosing a network, check if the phone supports the 5G bands used by the operator. Buying from an authorized dealer ensures the phone is unlocked and helps in case of any issues.",
  "summary": "A passport gets a foreigner a prepaid line in Colombia, but a phone bought abroad must be registered by IMEI within 20 days or be blocked. The post Phone and Internet in Colombia for Foreigners in 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}