Security

Visiting another country for several months can be challenging, especially when it comes to health and safety. We’re here to support you and help you navigate any situation that may arise.

Emergency Services

112 – Police
122 – National Prosecutor's Office
132 – Colombian Red Cross
119 – Fire Department
144 – Civil Defense (Natural Disasters)
155 – Support Line for Women Affected by Gender-Based Violence
164 – Natural Gas Emergencies

Support & Specialized Assistance

Utilities & University Emergency Contacts
115 – Electricity Company Emergency Line
116 – Water and Sewage Emergency Line
#767 – Traffic Police

Universidad de los Andes Emergency Contacts
Security Hotline: +57 601 339 4949, ext. 0000
Security Email: [email protected]

Emergency Procedures for Exchange Students

For emergencies involving exchange students, please contact the Universidad de los Andes Security Hotline at +57 601 339 4949, ext. 0000, and notify both [email protected] and [email protected] as soon as possible.

Emergency 101

It’s important to be familiar with emergency procedures in case you ever need them. For more information, please visit the Health Issues section.

Counselors

To ensure your well-being, the Dean of Students Office offers counseling services for moments when you need guidance or someone to talk to. You can discuss topics such as relationships, academics, finances, emotions, or family matters. If you’re already a Uniandes member, make an appointment through Bookeau.

Security and safety on campus

At Uniandes, we are committed to providing you with the best possible experience. To ensure this, Uniandes takes great care of campus security. You can find a map of the safe walking routes—which are constantly monitored by Uniandes and other institutional security staff. Please remember that the Uniandes campus opens at 5:00 a.m. and closes at 10:00 p.m. In case of a security concern, the Security Department’s number is (601) 3324350.

Preventing any form of abuse, harassment, threats or discrimination.

To prevent and address any form of abuse, harassment, threats, or discrimination, Uniandes has established the MAAD Protocol, which ensures safe and respectful environments for all community members. For more information, visit Ombudsperson. In case of emergencies, you can contact the National Police at 123, available throughout Colombia.

Additional support

At Uniandes, diversity is reflected in the inclusion of students with disabilities, student parents, LGBTIQ+ students, and those with different financial or personal circumstances. Services are adapted to meet each group’s needs, from accessibility adjustments and name-change requests to specialized lactation rooms.

All members of the Uniandes community can also seek counseling or mediation support and the ombudsperson support in cases of conflict, authority abuse, or discrimination.

        
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	The information provided here is for informational purposes only. It does not represent an official position of Universidad de los Andes, nor does it imply any institutional commitment. It neither seeks to promote, recommend, or endorse any type of organization or external entity.

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