M- Parent of a Colombian national by birth
Live close to your child in Colombia with the M Visa for parents of Colombian nationals
Save time and avoid complications with a clear and organized visa process.
What is the M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa?
The M – Father or Mother of a Colombian National Visa allows you to reside in Colombia for up to three years. After two years as a visa holder, you can apply for a resident visa. This visa grants an open work permit in Colombia and allows the principal holder to include beneficiaries, such as their spouse or children.
It is granted exclusively to parents of Colombian nationals by birth, provided that all the requirements established by the migration authorities are met.
With our expert guidance, every stage of the process is carefully managed so that you can focus on living close to your child and building your future in Colombia with peace of mind.
Without proper guidance, you could make mistakes in the application process for your visa as the parent of a Colombian citizen, which may lead to inadmissibility, loss of time and money, and complications in your plans to reunite with your child in Colombia.
If you are considering applying for the M – Father or Mother of a Colombian National Visa, our team will guide you through every stage of the process to ensure you meet all legal and migration requirements, providing you with peace of mind and making your path to being close to your child easier.
A simple and guided path to obtaining your M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa
We understand how important it is to be close to your child and to ensure that your visa process is smooth and hassle-free.
With our specialized advisory services, we guide you through every step to ensure that you meet all the legal and migration requirements necessary to obtain the M -Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa.
After two years as the holder of this visa, you can apply for a resident visa.
As the holder of this visa, you can include your beneficiaries.
This visa allows you to work in Colombia without additional restrictions.
We handle all the paperwork and provide you with a clear and straightforward guide at every step.
From the beginning, you will have a team of experts to guide you, answer your questions, and support you at every stage.
We review every detail to minimize penalties, fines, or rejections, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
With our planning, we help you meet all the requirements, facilitating an organized and smooth reapplication process.
Visa process
STEP 1: Collection, review and preparation of necessary documentation for your visa application
We collect and analyze all required documents to ensure that your application meets migration requirements.
STEP 2: Application, submission and follow-up
We submit your application to the relevant authorities and continuously monitor the process to ensure it progresses smoothly.
STEP 3: Attention to requirements and resolution of possible observations
We handle any additional requests or corrections that may arise during the process, ensuring they are resolved efficiently.
STEP 4: Approval and issuance of the foreigner ID card
Once the visa is approved, we manage the issuance of the foreigner ID card, formalizing your legal status in Colombia.
What are the requirements for the M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa?
General requirements:
Digital photograph of the applicant, document size, preferably taken in a studio (white background, 3x4 cm).
Copy of the main passport page.
Copy of the last Colombian visa (only if applicable
If located in a country other than the country of residence, provide a document proving migratory regularity in that country (for foreigners who do not require a visa to enter Colombia).
Specific requirements:
Copy of the Colombian birth certificate of the child. If both parents are foreigners, the Colombian birth certificate of the child born in Colombia must contain an annotation indicating its validity for proving nationality and must be registered in the official database of the Civil Registry Authority. If the birth certificate contains other annotations unrelated to nationality, such as serial number changes, paternal recognition, name changes, among others, the corresponding prior record must be provided.
Visa application letter: If the Colombian national child is a minor, the letter must be signed by the Colombian parent, stating that the foreign parent is fully fulfilling their parental obligations. If consent from the Colombian parent is not available, the visa applicant must provide certification from the competent family authority confirming that there are no protection or rights restoration measures and that the foreign parent has been fully meeting their obligations. If both parents are foreigners, the letter must be signed by both parents.
If the Colombian national child is of legal age, they must submit a letter signed by hand and include a fingerprint from the right or left index or thumb, requesting the issuance of the Migrant Visa for their foreign parent. This letter must be accompanied by a photocopy of the child's Colombian citizenship ID (cĂ©dula de ciudadanĂa). The foreign parent must provide proof of the visa they held at the time of the child's birth.
Certificate of migration movements of both the father and mother of the minor, issued by the Special Administrative Unit for Migration Colombia.
Proof of financial solvency, demonstrated through average bank statements from the last six months and proof of income source.
What are the costs of the Colombian M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa?
ATTORNEY'S FEE
$1,980,000 COP
*If your first application is not approved, the next application will not incur attorney’s fee.
**The attorney’s fee do not include administrative charges.
Administrative Fees
ADMINISTRATIVE STUDY FEE (VISA):
$232,200 COP ($54 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUANCE FEE (VISA):
$1.161.000 COP ($270 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE OF FOREIGN ID CARD ISSUANCE FEE:
$267,000 COP ($63 USD)*
CERTIFICATE OF MIGRATORY MOVEMENTS (each):
$225,000 COP ($53 USD)*
Total administrative fees = $1,885,200 COP ($440 USD)*
*ADMINISTRATIVE FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE ATTORNEY FEES.
**THE VALUES MAY VARY ACCORDING TO YOUR PARTICULAR CASE AND THE TRM (MARKET REPRESENTATIVE RATE).
***THE VALUES ARE FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES AND MUST BE PAID TO THE CORRESPONDING INSTITUTIONS OR THIRD PARTIES. THESE AMOUNTS SHOULD NOT BE PAID TO NEXO UNLESS YOU REQUEST OUR ASSISTANCE IN MAKING THESE PAYMENTS.
What does our support for obtaining the M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa include?
Virtual and/or in-person planning meetings: Comprehensive visa application guidance and Q&A session to address any concerns you may have
Pre-study of the documents provided by you, highlighting the important information that must be on them in order to build and write the documents required
Submit the visa application
Give response on time to any additional requirements that could be requested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
If your visa is approved, we'll check the information contained in it. In case of an error in the visa, we'll request the respective correction
CĂ©dula de extranjerĂa renewal appointment schedule
Form filling
Preparation of the documents you have to bring to the appointment (if you are in MedellĂn, we'll go to the appointment with you)
CĂ©dula pick-up appointment scheduling
Do you have questions about the M - Father or mother of a Colombian national by birth Visa? We have answers
We know that the migration process can be complex and that many doubts arise. At Nexo, we understand your concerns and are here to resolve all your questions, giving you the confidence that your M- Father or Mother of a Colombian National by Birth Visa is being handled by a team of experts.
You can apply for a Colombian visa from the country where you have citizenship or legal residence, or you can apply from Colombia.
No, when applying for a Colombian visa, it is required to remain in the country where you submitted your application until the visa process is complete. Leaving that country while your visa is being processed could result in your application being denied or requiring resubmission.
Once we have all the required documentation ready for submission, the visa process usually takes between 15 and 30 days. However, the processing time may be extended if the ministry requests additional information. Plan ahead and apply for your visa early to avoid delays.
Yes, this visa allows the primary holder to apply for dependent visas, including a spouse or permanent partner and dependent children up to 25 years old.
This visa is valid for up to three years.
Yes, this visa allows you to work in Colombia without any additional restrictions.
Yes. After two continuous years as a holder of the M – Parent of a Colombian National by Birth Visa, you may apply for a Resident Visa in Colombia.
No. This visa is only available for parents of Colombian nationals after the child is born and has been officially registered as a Colombian citizen. You must present the child’s Colombian birth certificate as part of the application.
It depends. According to Colombian nationality laws, if both parents are foreigners, the child can acquire Colombian nationality by birth only if at least one parent has held a valid Migrant Visa (Visa M) for at least three years at the time of birth.
On the other hand, if one of the parents holds a Resident Visa (Visa R), there is no minimum residency requirement, and the child will automatically be recognized as a Colombian citizen.
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate economic solvency, meaning they have sufficient financial resources to support themselves in Colombia. This is done by submitting bank statements from the last six months and evidence of a stable income source.
Yes. If both parents are foreigners and meet the requirements, both can apply for the M Visa for Parent of a Colombian National. Each parent must submit their own application and fulfill all the required documentation.
If the Colombian parent does not provide consent for the visa request, you must present a certification from the family authority confirming that there are no protective measures in place against you and that you have fulfilled your parental obligations.
Yes. You can apply for the visa remotely through the online platform of the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. However, you may be required to attend an in-person interview at the nearest Colombian consulate.
If your visa expires, you must renew it before the expiration date to avoid legal issues in Colombia. If your visa has already expired, you may need to leave the country and apply for a new visa from abroad.
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