Obtaining the FBI background check for a Colombia visa is a crucial step in the visa application process. The background check serves as a record indicating the presence or absence of criminal offenses committed by a specific citizen and is issued by relevant authorities in different countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued Resolution 5477, introducing significant changes to the Colombian visa application process, including the requirement to submit criminal records or police record from your country of origin or residence. This blog overviews the background check process, including requirements for documents from abroad, addressing registered records, and specific steps for U.S. citizens.