Why Colombia?
Affordable lifestyle: Low cost of living with modern infrastructure. Cities like Medellín, Bogotá, and Cartagena offer excellent co-working spaces, fast internet, and vibrant expat communities.
Two-year visa: The Digital Nomad Visa grants up to two years of legal residency, renewable if you continue to meet the requirements.
Low income threshold: You need to show approximately $1,400 USD per month in foreign income. One of the most accessible remote work visas available.
Work remotely, legally: Unlike tourist visas, the Digital Nomad Visa gives you legal status to live and work remotely from Colombia without border runs or visa extensions.
Travel flexibility: Enter and exit Colombia freely while your visa is valid. No minimum stay requirements.
Who This Is For
Remote employees working for companies based outside Colombia.
Freelancers and contractors with international clients.
Digital entrepreneurs running online businesses registered abroad.
Couples and families looking for an affordable base in Latin America with good infrastructure.
Location-independent professionals who want legal residency without relocating permanently.
The Process
Step 1: Document Preparation
We review your situation and prepare your complete application package. We handle document compliance, translations, and ensure everything meets Colombian immigration requirements.
Step 2: Application Submission
We submit your visa application through Colombia's official platform and manage all immigration correspondence on your behalf. Processing typically takes 2-6 weeks.
Step 3: Visa Approval
Once approved, you receive your Digital Nomad Visa valid for up to two years. You can enter Colombia and begin your stay immediately.
Step 4: Cédula de Extranjería
Within 30 days of arrival, you must obtain your Colombian foreigner ID (Cédula). We schedule and coordinate your appointment, providing full support including legal representation and translation.
Requirements
Valid passport - With sufficient validity and blank pages
Proof of foreign income - Bank statements showing approximately $1,400 USD per month (3x Colombian minimum wage) for the past 3-6 months
Employment or self-employment proof - Letter from your foreign employer or evidence of freelance/business income from abroad
Health insurance - Valid coverage in Colombia for the duration of your stay
Criminal background check - Apostilled, from your country of residence
Passport photo - Meeting Colombian visa specifications
Note: Income must come from foreign sources. This visa does not permit work for Colombian companies or local clients.
What's Included
Full application handling: We prepare and submit your complete visa application
Document review and compliance: We verify all documents meet requirements
Legal translations: All required documents translated to Spanish
Immigration correspondence: We manage all communication with authorities
Cédula appointment coordination: We schedule and accompany you to your foreigner ID appointment
Government filing fees: Included in our service
Timeline
| Milestone | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 1-2 weeks |
| Visa processing | 2-6 weeks |
| Visa issued | Up to 2 years validity |
| Cédula application | Within 30 days of arrival |
Important Notes
Foreign income only: This visa permits remote work for foreign employers and clients only. You cannot work for Colombian companies or provide services locally.
Cédula deadline: You must apply for your Cédula de Extranjería within 30 days of entering Colombia with your visa.
Tax residency: You become a Colombian tax resident if you spend more than 183 days per year in the country.
No path to permanent residency: Time on this visa does not count toward permanent residency or the R Resident Visa.
Dependents: Spouses and children can apply for dependent visas once your Digital Nomad Visa is approved.
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