V - Digital nomad visa
Work remotely from Colombia with your V - Colombian Digital Nomad Visa
We take care of the entire process so you can obtain your V - Colombian digital Nomad Visa stress-free and enjoy Colombia while working remotely.
What is the V - Colombian digital nomad visa?
The Colombian Digital Nomad Visa is the ideal option for those who want to live in Colombia while working remotely for foreign companies or developing a digital business.
The Colombian digital nomad visa allows freelancers, employees of foreign companies, and entrepreneurs in the digital or tech sectors to stay in Colombia for up to two years without the need for a local contract.
If you’re from a country that does not require a visa for short stays in Colombia, you can enter with an Entry Permit, allowing a stay of up to 90 days, extendable to 180 days per calendar year, provided you do not receive payments from Colombian companies.
With our guidance, we help you obtain your Colombian Digital Nomad Visa smoothly, ensuring all immigration requirements are met so you can focus on enjoying your experience as a digital nomad in Colombia.
Applying for the V – Colombian Digital nomad visa on your own can be a confusing process. Without proper guidance, it’s easy to make mistakes in the documentation or miss specific requirements, which can lead to delays, and unnecessary expenses.
If you want to ensure a smooth visa process and start your experience in Colombia stress-free, our team will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you meet all requirements and maximizing your chances of success.
A simple and guided path to obtaining your V - Colombian Digital nomad Visa
Managing your V – Colombian Digital nomad visa on your own can be complicated, but with our specialized advice, we make the process easy and fast.
We ensure you meet all the requirements, avoiding mistakes that could lead to rejections, delays, or unnecessary expenses.
This visa allows the principal holder to apply for beneficiary visas.
This visa allows you to work only remotely for foreign companies.
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 of the M- Colombian Digital nomad 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:
Be the holder of a passport issued by one of the countries or territories exempt from short-term visa requirements, according to the Resolution.
A letter in Spanish or English, issued by one or more foreign companies for which the applicant provides services, indicating the type of relationship and the type of remuneration the applicant receives. If the applicant has a contract with the company, they must provide it, or demonstrate that they are a partner or co-owner of a company abroad, along with a letter stating that their work for the company is done remotely.
Provide bank statements proving a minimum income equivalent to three (3) Current Minimum Legal Monthly Salaries over the last 3 months.
Health insurance policy covering the national territory, covering all risks such as accidents, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization, death, or repatriation, for the time of stay in the country.
Company Existence Certificate: A document issued by the competent authority, certifying the legal constitution of the company, its legal representation, and other relevant information about its existence and operation.
Criminal Record Certificate: The criminal record certificate must be issued by the applicant's country of residence or the last country where they have lived for the past 3 years. This document must meet the following requirements: Apostille: The document must have the corresponding apostille to ensure its international validity. Translated to Spanish: If the document is in another language, it must be translated into Spanish by an official translator.
Others as requested at the time of acceptance.
What are the costs of the V - Colombian digital nomad visa?
Administrative Fees
ADMINISTRATIVE STUDY FEE (VISA):
$232,200 COP ($54 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUANCE FEE (VISA):
$1.161.000 COP ($270 USD)*
APOSTILLE PROCESS (Per document):
$672,281 COP ($160 USD)*
TRANSLATION COST (Per resulting page):
$63,026 COP ($15 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE OF FOREIGN ID CARD ISSUANCE FEE:
$267,000 COP ($63 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 V - Digital nomad visa?
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 V - Colombian digital nomad visa? We have answers
We know that the migration process can be complex and raise many questions. At Nexo, we understand your concerns and are here to address all your inquiries, giving you the confidence that your V – Colombian digital nomad 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 application for beneficiaries of the primary visa holder.
The visa is initially granted for one year. After that, an extension for an additional year can be requested.
No, this visa does not allow you to work or engage in paid activities for a Colombian company or individual. It only permits remote work for foreign companies.
No, V (Visitor) Visas in Colombia do not grant residency. These visas are short-term and designed for temporary stays in the country for specific purposes.
Only individuals from countries on the list of nations with approved tourism permits for Colombia can apply.
Check out the complete list here.
Yes, a criminal record certificate is required for the application. We only provide assistance in obtaining this certificate for U.S. citizens.
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