V - Rentista / Annuity visa
Live in Colombia with your rental income or capital gains with the V - Rentista / Annuity Colombian visa
Ensure your stay in Colombia without worrying about paperwork, we manage your V - Rentista/ Annuity Colombian Visa simply and hassle-free.
What is the V - Rentista / Annuity visa?
The V – Rentista Visa is aimed at foreigners who receive a periodic and variable income from a legitimate, verifiable source and wish to remain in Colombia without the need to work in the country.
This Colombian visa is valid for up to two (2) years, allowing you to enjoy your stay in Colombia with stability and without immigration concerns.
With our guidance, we assist you every step of the way to ensure you meet all the requirements.
Managing the V – Rentista / Annuity Visa without guidance can become a frustrating process. Confusing requirements, incomplete documents, or errors in the application can delay your approval and lead to unnecessary costs.
We help you navigate the process clearly and efficiently, ensuring that you meet every requirement so you can enjoy your stay in Colombia without worries.
A simple and guided path to obtaining your V - Rentista / Annuity Colombian Visa
Applying for the V – Rentista / Annuity Colombian Visa may seem overwhelming, but with our guidance, we make it simpler and more secure.
We guide you through every step to ensure you meet the requirements smoothly, avoiding delays and unnecessary complications.
This visa is valid for up to 2 years.
This visa allows the principal holder to apply for beneficiary visas.
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 - Rentista / Annuity 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:
Passport with a minimum validity of six (6) months.
Visa application letter stating the source of income for the applicant's rent.
Criminal or police record certificate issued by the authority of the country where the applicant has lived for the last three (3) years, with the required apostille or legalization and translation as established in Article 21 of this Resolution.
Provide a certification from a public entity or recognized private company, detailing the income paid or transferred in the applicant's name, or prove ownership of assets in Colombia that generate rental income.
The income from rents must not be less than ten (10) current legal monthly minimum wages.
Health insurance policy with national coverage for all risks including accidents, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization, death, or repatriation, for the duration of the stay in the country. 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 - Rentista / Annuity visa?
Administrative Fees
ADMINISTRATIVE STUDY FEE (VISA):
$232,200 COP ($54 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUANCE FEE (VISA):
$761,100 COP ($177 USD)*
APOSTILLE PROCESS (Per document):
$624,000 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 - Rentista / Annuity 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 - Rentista / Annuity 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 – Rentista / Annuity 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, the primary visa holder can apply for dependent visas, including a spouse or permanent partner and dependent children up to 25 years old.
This visa is valid for two years.
No, this visa does not permit employment in Colombian territory.
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.
Yes, it is required to provide a certification issued by a public entity or a private company recognized by the respective government, specifying the income paid or transferred in the name of the foreign visa applicant.
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Subsequently, a specialist will be assigned to your case, who will contact you within one day to clarify the details of your case and define the next steps to help you achieve your goals.
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