Voting at Colombian Consulates in the United States – Colombia Elections 2026

Colombian citizens living in the United States will be able to participate in the 2026 Colombian elections through polling stations organized by Colombian consulates and special voting locations across the country.

This process allows Colombians abroad to exercise their democratic right to vote without traveling to Colombia. In this guide you will find information about voting dates, polling locations, requirements, and Colombian consulates in the United States.

You can also explore the directory of Colombian consulates in the United States to find the office that corresponds to your state.

Voting dates for Colombians abroad

For the 2026 Colombian elections, Colombian citizens registered abroad will be able to vote between March 2 and March 8, 2026, depending on the consulate and assigned polling place.

• Voting dates: March 2 – March 8, 2026
• Voting hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Locations: Colombian consulates and designated polling stations across the United States

Before attending the voting location, it is recommended to verify your assigned polling station through the official Colombian election system:

Check your voting location with the National Registry

Requirements to vote from Colombian consulates in the United States

To vote in Colombian elections from the United States you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Colombian citizen over 18 years old.
• Have a valid Colombian national ID (cédula de ciudadanía).
• Have your ID registered in the electoral census of the consulate or polling place.
• Attend the polling station during official voting hours.

Colombians abroad can also access several consular services including Colombian consular registration, the Colombian digital ID abroad, and guidance on renewing a Colombian passport.

Complete table of Colombian voting locations in the United States – Elections 2026

The following table lists several Colombian voting locations in the United States, including cities, addresses, dates, and the responsible consulate.

Colombian consulates in the United States

Several Colombian consulates across the United States participate in organizing voting for Colombians abroad, including:

• Houston
• Chicago
• Los Angeles
• San Francisco
• Atlanta
• Miami
• Washington DC
• Boston

Importance of voting for Colombians abroad

More than one million Colombians live in the United States. Voting from abroad allows the Colombian diaspora to actively participate in democratic processes such as presidential and congressional elections.

Colombian consulates also provide essential services including consular assistance, consular appointments, and guidance on consular requirements.