Colombia Bank Account Opening

This page compares 7 accounts available in Colombia, listing minimum deposit, monthly fee, how to apply and non-resident eligibility one by one: 4 can be opened fully online, 0 explicitly accept non-residents, 4 have no minimum deposit. Click any account for the full document checklist, pros and cons and common rejection reasons.

Data updated 2026-10-01 · compiled from published bank terms

Full comparison7 accounts

AccountRegionTypeMinimum depositMonthly feeHow to applyNon-residentsRating
Nequi Colombia Digital Bank 无开户最低存款 免月费 Online Conditional ★ 4.3
Nu Colombia Colombia Digital Bank 开户 COP 0 终身免月费 Online Conditional ★ 4.3
Bancolombia Colombia Traditional Bank 约 50–100 美元初始存款 储蓄账户通常免月费 Must visit Conditional ★ 4.2
Davivienda Colombia Traditional Bank 约 50–100 美元初始存款 储蓄账户通常免月费 Must visit Conditional ★ 4.1
BBVA Colombia Colombia Traditional Bank 约 50–100 美元初始存款 储蓄账户通常免月费 Must visit Conditional ★ 4
Lulo Colombia Digital Bank 无最低存款要求 零管理费 Online Not for non-residents ★ 4
Nu Colombia Colombia Digital Bank 无最低存款要求 零管理费 Online Not for non-residents ★ 3.9

FAQ

Can non-residents open a bank account in Colombia?

None of the 7 accounts on this page is open to non-residents without conditions, but 5 accept foreigners who meet extra requirements (Bancolombia, Davivienda, BBVA Colombia) — typically a valid visa or residence permit, and usually an in-branch visit. See each account page for details.

Do I have to visit Colombia in person to open an account?

Not necessarily. 4 of the 7 accounts can be opened fully online (Nequi, Nu Colombia, Lulo), with no branch visit; the remaining 3 still require a branch visit or an appointment. Online opening depends on whether your documents pass automated checks.

How much money do I need to open an account in Colombia?

Minimums vary widely — see the "Minimum deposit" column. 4 account(s) have no minimum deposit, so you need not fund on day one. Also watch the minimum balance and monthly fee; dormant accounts can incur charges.

How long does it take to open an account in Colombia?

It depends on the account: online accounts are usually approved within minutes to a few working days, while branch or manually reviewed accounts typically take 1 to 3 weeks. The "How to apply" column shows the channel for each account, and timings are on the individual pages.