What is My IP in Colombia?

Internet in Colombia: Overview

Colombia is one of the fastest-growing internet markets in Latin America, with over 40 million connected users and penetration exceeding 70% of the population. The country has experienced significant digital transformation in the last decade, driven by investments in fiber optic infrastructure and the expansion of 4G and 5G networks nationwide. The Ministry of TIC leads rural connectivity initiatives to bring internet to remote areas of the country.

The main ISPs in Colombia are Claro (part of América Móvil, the largest with over 12 million customers), Movistar (Telefónica), Tigo (Millicom) and ETB (Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogotá). Bogotá has the highest density of high-speed connections, followed by Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga and Cartagena. The most used IP blocks in Colombia include ranges such as 181.0.0.0/14, 186.0.0.0/13, 190.0.0.0/13 and 201.0.0.0/13, mostly managed by LACNIC.

An important feature of the Colombian internet is the widespread use of CG-NAT (Carrier-Grade NAT) by the main ISPs, where multiple users share a single public IP. This can affect services that require open ports such as IP cameras, home servers or online gaming. Knowing your IP in Colombia is the first step to understanding your network configuration and diagnosing connectivity problems.

Internet Providers in Colombia

The Colombian telecommunications market is dominated by four major operators, with several regional providers complementing the offering in specific areas:

Claro Colombia

Claro, a subsidiary of América Móvil, is the largest provider in Colombia with over 12 million customers across fixed and mobile services. Its IP ranges include 181.0.0.0/14, 186.0.0.0/14, 190.0.0.0/13 and 201.0.0.0/13. Claro offers internet via FTTH fiber optic, HFC coaxial cable, ADSL and 4G/5G mobile broadband. Its coverage is the most extensive in the country, reaching all 32 departmental capitals and hundreds of municipalities. Claro uses CG-NAT extensively on residential connections, assigning shared private IPs instead of individual public IPs. To get a dedicated public IP, users must contract business plans or specifically request the service.

Movistar Colombia

Movistar, a Telefónica subsidiary, is the second largest telecommunications provider in Colombia. Its FTTH fiber optic network reaches speeds of up to 900 Mbps in major cities: Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and Bucaramanga. IP ranges assigned to Movistar include 190.0.0.0/14 and 200.0.0.0/13. Movistar has invested heavily in recent years to expand its fiber coverage, competing directly with Claro. Like other Colombian ISPs, Movistar applies CG-NAT to residential customers, although it offers the option of a public IP upon request. It also operates 4G mobile internet services with national coverage.

Tigo Colombia

Tigo, part of the Millicom group, is a major operator especially strong in Medellín (where it has its Colombia headquarters), the Caribbean coast and other regions. Its IP ranges include blocks 186.0.0.0/16 and 201.0.0.0/14. Tigo offers fixed internet services via fiber optic and HFC, plus its 4G mobile network. The company has grown significantly following the merger with UNE EPM Telecomunicaciones, consolidating its presence in the Colombian market. Tigo also uses CG-NAT for residential connections, and like other ISPs, dedicated public IP requires special request.

ETB

Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogotá (ETB) is the historic operator of the Colombian capital, with over 100 years of history. Although its coverage is mainly concentrated in Bogotá and nearby municipalities such as Soacha, Chía and Cajicá, ETB offers competitive FTTH fiber optic services with speeds up to 500 Mbps. ETB's IP ranges mainly include 200.x.x.x blocks. ETB is a popular choice in Bogotá for its local service and competitive pricing. The company also uses CG-NAT on residential connections, with dedicated public IP option for customers who need it.

How to Check Your IP in Colombia

Finding your public IP address in Colombia is easy with miip.link. Simply visit our site from any browser on your computer, tablet or phone. We automatically detect your IP, identify your ISP (Claro, Movistar, Tigo, ETB or another regional provider), and show your approximate location at city and department level.

Alternative methods:

• Windows: Open PowerShell or Command Prompt and type curl ifconfig.me or nslookup myip.opendns.com resolver1.opendns.com.
• Mac/Linux: Open Terminal and run curl ifconfig.me or curl ipinfo.io to get IP and geolocation details.
• Router: Access your router configuration (usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) and check the WAN or Status section. The IP shown is your public IP assigned by the ISP.
• Mobile: On Android or iPhone, simply visit miip.link from your browser. Your mobile data IP may differ from your home WiFi IP.

If your IP starts with 181.x.x.x or 186.x.x.x, you're likely a Claro customer. If it starts with 190.x.x.x, you might be with Claro or Tigo. IPs starting with 200.x.x.x could belong to ETB, Movistar or regional providers. If multiple devices in your home show the same public IP when visiting miip.link, your ISP is using CG-NAT.

Recommended DNS Servers for Colombia

The DNS you use impacts the speed and security of your browsing in Colombia. The best available options:

Cloudflare and Google DNS are the best options for most Colombian users, offering a good balance between speed and privacy. Local ISP DNS (Claro, Movistar, Tigo, ETB) offers lower latency (5-15ms) but may log your browsing activity. If you use a VPN, your ISP's DNS doesn't matter because the VPN uses its own DNS servers. To change DNS, access your device or router network settings and replace the automatic DNS servers with the manual values from the table.

Internet Speed in Colombia

Internet speed in Colombia varies significantly depending on the city and available technology. According to Ookla Speedtest Global Index, the national average fixed download speed is around 35-45 Mbps, with Bogotá leading (45-55 Mbps average), followed by Medellín (40-50 Mbps) and Cali (35-45 Mbps). Fiber optic from Claro, Movistar and ETB offers the highest speeds (up to 900 Mbps), while ADSL and radio links in rural areas may offer only 5-15 Mbps.

Mobile 4G internet in Colombia averages 15-25 Mbps download depending on the city and carrier. Claro leads in national coverage, while Tigo and Movistar offer good speeds in urban areas. 5G is beginning to roll out in major cities. Peak hour congestion (7-10 PM) can reduce speeds, especially on Claro and Tigo HFC connections. To measure your actual speed, we recommend speedtest.net selecting a server in Bogotá or fast.com.

VPN in Colombia: Privacy and Access

A VPN in Colombia is increasingly popular for accessing international content, protecting privacy, and avoiding ISP monitoring. Colombia doesn't have significant internet censorship, so the main uses of VPNs are:

• International streaming: Access Netflix US, Hulu, Disney+ catalogs with different content than the Colombian one.
• Public WiFi privacy: Protect data on networks in cafés, malls, airports and universities.
• Bypass CG-NAT: A VPN assigns you a unique public IP, solving closed port issues.
• Security: Encrypt traffic to prevent Claro, Movistar, Tigo or ETB from monitoring your activity.

Best VPNs for Colombia: NordVPN (over 5000 global servers, excellent speed), ExpressVPN (very reliable, good for streaming), Surfshark (affordable, unlimited connections). Servers in Panama (15-25ms), Miami (40-60ms) and Brazil (50-70ms) offer the best speeds from Colombia.

IPv6 in Colombia

Colombia has growing IPv6 adoption, approximately 10-15% according to Google Statistics. Claro and Movistar lead IPv6 deployment in the country, while Tigo and ETB are in the process of implementation. The Ministry of TIC has established goals to accelerate IPv6 adoption, recognizing its importance for the future of the internet. Bogotá, Medellín and Cali have the highest IPv6 penetration due to more modern infrastructure. To check if you have IPv6 enabled, visit test-ipv6.com or miip.link, which shows both your IPv4 and IPv6 if available.

CG-NAT in Colombia: What You Need to Know

A distinctive feature of the Colombian internet is the widespread use of CG-NAT (Carrier-Grade NAT) by major ISPs. In this configuration, multiple users (sometimes hundreds) share a single public IP address, while the ISP assigns private IP addresses (generally in the 100.64.0.0/10 range) to each customer. This has several implications:

• You cannot open ports for home servers, IP cameras, or games that require incoming connections.
• Multiple users share IP reputation, which can cause blocks on services like Wikipedia or forums if another user on your same public IP does spam.
• Better for basic privacy, since your public IP is shared with many other users.

Solutions include requesting a dedicated public IP from your ISP (Claro, Movistar and ETB offer this option, sometimes at an additional cost), contracting a business plan that includes a static IP, or using a VPN that assigns you a dedicated IP. To check if you're behind CG-NAT, visit miip.link and compare the shown IP with your router's WAN IP: if they're different, you're under CG-NAT.

IP Geolocation in Colombia

IP geolocation in Colombia is moderately accurate in major cities. Bogotá, Medellín, Cali and Barranquilla have city-level geolocation in most cases. In intermediate cities and rural areas, accuracy may only be at the department level. IP geolocation is useful for automatic timezone configuration (Colombia uses UTC-5 year-round, no daylight saving), verifying your VPN is working, and accessing location-required services. However, it never reveals your exact address or precise GPS location.