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Colombia
  • On 10 August 2026, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, resulting in casualties and damage. The local authorities have declared a nationwide state of emergency.

  • Residents who intend to visit the country or are already there should monitor the situation, exercise caution, attend to personal safety and avoid protests and large gathering of people. Residents in Colombia who need assistance may call the 24-hour hotline of the Assistance to Hong Kong Residents Unit of the Immigration Department at (852) 1868, call the 1868 hotline using network data or use the 1868 Chatbot via the Immigration Department Mobile Application, send message to the 1868 WhatsApp assistance hotline, send message to the 1868 WeChat assistance hotline or submit the Online Assistance Request Form, or contact the Chinese Embassy in Colombia at consular protection hotline: (57) 3176370920.

    Assistance to Hong Kong Residents Unit – Online Assistance Request Form
    (updated on 11 August 2026)

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