The U.S. Department of State has updated its advisory for Colombia.
Violent crime, like murder, assault, and robbery, is common in many areas in Colombia.
In some places, organized crime is rampant.
The colorful colonial buildings and balconies in the historic center of Cartagena, Colombia.Credit:atosan/Getty Images
This includes extortion, robbery, and kidnapping, the travel advisory states.
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity, in Colombia.
Some regions are highlighted as potentially more risky, however.
Both regions are ranked as Level 4, which means Do Not Travel.
Do not travel to this area for any reason.
Crime, kidnapping, and armed conflict are common here, the travel advisory states.
Do not cross the border into Venezuela from Colombia.
You may be detained by Venezuelan authorities.
Due to the risks, the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens here.
