No. Concealed carry without a permit is illegal in Colombia. The 2022 Law 2282 and Decree 1070 of 2023 mandate permits for firearm possession, with the Ministerio de Defensa and Policía Nacional enforcing strict issuance criteria. Unauthorized carry risks criminal charges under Código Penal Article 340.
Key Regulations for Concealed Carry Without a Permit in Colombia
- Permit Requirement: Firearms may only be carried concealed with a valid Permiso de Porte issued by the Policía Nacional, under Decreto 2535 de 1993. Exceptions apply solely to active-duty military or law enforcement.
- Regional Restrictions: Municipal authorities (e.g., Alcaldías) may impose additional zoning bans in high-density urban areas, per Ley 1801 de 2016 (Código de Policía).
- Penalties for Non-Compliance: Unauthorized concealed carry triggers Código Penal Article 340 (illegal arms trafficking), punishable by 5–10 years’ imprisonment and asset forfeiture under Ley 1908 de 2018.