DIAN closed 47 Bogotá businesses in October for failing to issue electronic invoices and meet tax obligations.
Colombia’s Tax Authority (DIAN) continues to strengthen its control measures in the capital. As part of the operations carried out in October, 47 commercial establishments from different economic sectors—including restaurants, bars, shops, and two healthcare service providers—were temporarily closed for failing to comply with tax obligations such as issuing electronic invoices, paying withholdings, and VAT.
This announcement was made on 20 October 2025.
These measures, carried out in the districts of Antonio Nariño, Teusaquillo, Chapinero, Usaquén, Barrios Unidos, and Fontibón, order the temporary closure of the establishments for a period of three days, following the completion of the respective administrative procedure.
So far this year, DIAN has issued 272 administrative acts ordering the closure of establishments for violations related to the failure to issue electronic invoices or equivalent electronic documents, as well as for non-payment of tax obligations (withholding tax, VAT, and excise taxes). These actions reflect the institution’s commitment to transparency, legality, and strengthening voluntary compliance.
“We continue with the control actions we have implemented across the country. We invite the community to acknowledge their responsibility by requesting electronic invoices, and we urge business owners to comply with the obligation to issue them. These operations are not intended to punish but to ensure compliance and promote legality,” said Patricia González Vasco, DIAN’s Bogotá Regional Director.
These operations rely on the technological tools of the Electronic Invoicing Monitoring Centre, which allows real-time identification of businesses that are not fulfilling their tax obligations. Thanks to this technology, DIAN can target its audit efforts more effectively and accurately.
In addition to control measures, the entity reaffirms its commitment to supporting taxpayers and businesses, providing guidance and assistance to prevent sanctions and strengthen a culture of compliance.
“We offer our services to help citizens and business owners comply voluntarily. We aim to prevent poor practices from leading to sanctions or tax offences. Legality and transparency are the path to continue building the country,” added the director.
DIAN reminds the public that any irregularities related to issuing electronic invoices can be reported anonymously through the PQRS/Third-Party Complaints system on the website www.dian.gov.co or via WhatsApp at +57 311 5830000.
