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==GPS==
 
==GPS==
* Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=-1.34&lon=-79.37&zoom=7&layers=M OpenStreetMap Ecuador]</ref>
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* Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=2.9&lon=-73.8&zoom=5&layers=M OpenStreetMap Colombia]</ref>
* Garmin: No map of Ecuador.<ref>[http://static.garmincdn.com/en/products/010-D1138-00/g/cm-md.jpg Garmin coverage map]</ref>
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* Garmin: Lists "Detailled" converage.<ref>[http://static.garmincdn.com/en/products/010-D1138-00/g/cm-md.jpg Garmin coverage map]</ref>
* TomTom: No map of Ecuador. <ref>[http://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9885/ TomTom Map availability]</ref>
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* TomTom: No map of Colombia. <ref>[http://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9885/ TomTom Map availability]</ref>
  
 
==Directions and GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc.==
 
==Directions and GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc.==
*[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#Ecuador Camping Sites: Ecuador] - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
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*[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#Colombia Camping Sites: Colombia] - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
 
*[http://panamnotes.com/campsite-listing-south-america/ Campsite Listing - South America | PanAm Notes] - List of campsites, with directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
 
*[http://panamnotes.com/campsite-listing-south-america/ Campsite Listing - South America | PanAm Notes] - List of campsites, with directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
 
*[http://www.questconnect.org/no_andes_camping.htm Andes Expedition camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites.
 
*[http://www.questconnect.org/no_andes_camping.htm Andes Expedition camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites.
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=Buying and selling vehicles=
 
=Buying and selling vehicles=
 
==Buying a vehicle as a foreigner==
 
==Buying a vehicle as a foreigner==
A foreigner can buy, register and leave the country with an Ecuadorian vehicle. The exact details are unknown.
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Unknown.<br />
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''Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.''
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''List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.''
  
 
==Selling a foreign-plated vehicle==
 
==Selling a foreign-plated vehicle==

Revision as of 19:59, 24 November 2011


Currency to display:

At the border

Correct as of: March 2010

Required Paperwork

Process at border

  • The owner of the vehicle gains entry at Immigration (Migración), including a stamp in their Passport.
  • The owner must show the new passport stamp, original vehicle registration and original Drivers license to Customs (Aduana).
  • The owner is issued a temporary import permit for the vehicle.

Cost of entry

Free.

Permitted length of stay

Many nationalities are allowed entry for 60 days. The temporary import permit for the vehicle will match the duration of the owners entry.

Extension of stay

Unknown.
Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.

Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country

Unknown.
Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.

Exiting with a vehicle

===By land to Ecuador

  • The registered owner presents the temporary import paper to customs.
  • The registered owner is stamped out of Colombia at immigration.

===By ship, probably to Panama See Shipping across the Darien Gap for details.

Overland Essentials

Vehicle Insurance

Insurance requirements

Insurance is mandatory in Colombia, and Police will most likely ask to see it. Like many South American countries, the insurance is called SOAT (Seguro Obligatorio Automóviles Transito).

Cost of insurance

Varies with the size of vehicle. Around $82.00 USD for two months for a 4x4.

Where to purchase insurance

Insurance brokers are common in even the small towns and and usually affiliated with banks. Ask around for "SOAT"

Driving license

Technically an International Driving Permit is required.
In reality, showing a license from anywhere in the world seems to be good enough.

Driving side of road

Right,
Right hand drive vehicles are permitted without problem.

Mandatory items in vehicle

None.

Roads

General Road quality

Roads in Colombia are generally sealed and good quality. If you venture into the interior, expect gravel roads that may be impassable in the wet season.

Road signs

Road signs are common on highways and in towns. It's usually not too difficult to find signage to get where you are going.

Toll roads

All highways are tolled in Colombia Expect to pay roughly Error in price tag: The cost attribute must be specified. every 100km or so.

Bribery

Police bribery is common in Colombia, where the military might try to intimidate you a little.
See the bribery tips page for advice.

Checkpoints

Police and Military checkpoints are common in Colombia. You will be asked to present your Passport, Vehicle registration, drivers license, the temporary import permit you were issued at the border and your SOAT insurance. Driving without the required SOAT insurance is a sure-fire way to encounter bribery.

Traveling with pets

Unknown.
List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.

Gasoline / Petrol / Diesel

Last updated: April, 2010

Price

Currency and unit to display:

Gasoline Grade Price
Regular €0.78 EUR per Liter[1]
Premium  ??
Diesel $0.72 USD per Liter[2]

Gasoline Availability / Frequency

Gas stations are extremely common in Colombia, and shortages are not common.

Gasoline Quality

Gasoline and Diesel are generally thought of as good quality. The sulfur content of diesel is unknown.

External information about gasoline

Safety / Security Considerations

Driving at night

Driving at night is not recommended, due to increased safety concerns.

Vehicle parking

Parking vehicles on the street in smaller towns during the day is typically OK. Find a secure parking lot in big cities and at night. Cost is something like $1.00 USD to $2.00 USD per night.

Special driving considerations

None.

Security advisories and information

Camping

Camping is not common or popular in Colombia, and very few hostels in touristy areas have camping to cater for backpackers. A few of the larger parks and reserves allow camping for a nominal fee. Choose roadside camping sites carefully.

Camping guide books

Unknown.

Drinking water

Tap water in Colombia is generally not safe to drink.

Navigation

Paper maps

For a high quality road map, buy before you get to Colombia.

GPS

  • Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.[3]
  • Garmin: Lists "Detailled" converage.[4]
  • TomTom: No map of Colombia. [5]

Directions and GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc.

Overland Travel Interest

Special Overland interests

Guide Books

Lonely Planet Colombia (travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Colombia (travel Guide)
by Lonely Planet, Alex Egerton, Tom Masters, Kevin Raub
From $14.25 on Amazon
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
by Dan Grec
From $click on Amazon
Don't Go There. It's Not Safe. You'll Die. And Other M...
Don't Go There. It's Not Safe. You'll Die. And Other M...
by LifeRemotely.com
From $click on Amazon
Americas Overland - The Driving Handbook
Americas Overland - The Driving Handbook
by Donald Greene
From $29.95 on Amazon
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $22.49 on Amazon
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $click on Amazon
Colombia Handbook (footprint - Handbooks)
Colombia Handbook (footprint - Handbooks)
by Chris Wallace
From $13.97 on Amazon
TRAVELIVING - a romantic & practical guide

TRAVELIVING - a romantic & practical guide
by The Pin Project

at 10$ on thepinproject.eu

Vehicle Maintenance

Dealers

4x4s / Trucks

Motorbikes

Local Garages

Add known good mechanics here.

Buying and selling vehicles

Buying a vehicle as a foreigner

Unknown.
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle. List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.

Selling a foreign-plated vehicle

Unknown.
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'

References

  1. gasoline-germany.com - International Gas / Petrol / Diesel prices - Colombia
  2. fuel price - anybody ? - The HUBB
  3. OpenStreetMap Colombia
  4. Garmin coverage map
  5. TomTom Map availability

Helpful External links