Bancolombia informs that 'services are now available' after making adjustments
Portafolio Journalist 02.24.2026 11:15 Updated: 02.24.2026 12:07
TL;DR
- Bancolombia's digital services and transactional functions have been fully restored as of Tuesday, February 24th.
- A major technological failure occurred between February 22nd and 23rd, affecting millions of users nationwide.
- The disruption stemmed from a technical update that did not proceed as expected, impacting the bank's app, virtual branch, and other transactional services.
- Users experienced difficulties with payments, balance inquiries, and transfers, leading to significant operational issues for individuals and businesses.
- Bancolombia confirmed that customer data and funds were protected and stated that it would evaluate affected cases for compensation.
- The incident highlights Colombia's reliance on digital banking services and raises questions about the technological resilience of the financial sector.