Colombia Mayor Began Payments for Cycles 1 and 2 of 2026 with Priority in Sucre and Córdoba
Portafolio Journalist 02.27.2026 12:31 Updated: 02.27.2026 17:19
TL;DR
- The Colombia Mayor program is distributing payments for cycles 1 and 2 of 2026.
- Priority is given to Sucre and Córdoba due to severe impact from recent rains.
- A 'pico y cédula' system is in place to manage payment distribution and avoid large gatherings.
- Over 2.8 million beneficiaries are expected to receive payments nationwide.
- An investment of 1.3 trillion pesos is designated for these payment cycles.
- There has been a significant increase in indigenous and Bogotá beneficiaries.
- The payment operation is managed by Unión Temporal de Pago Postal, with over 31,800 payment points.