V - Temporary services provider Visa
Work temporarily in Colombia with the V - Service Provider Visa
We manage your Colombian visa so you can start your temporary work in Colombia without any problems.
What is the V - Temporary services provider visa?
The V – Temporary Service Provider Colombian Visa is designed for foreigners who wish to perform temporary work in Colombia under a service, work, or labor contract.
This Colombian visa allows you to work legally in the country for a specified period.
The Colombian visa is valid for up to two (2) years, allowing you to carry out your work in Colombia formally and without immigration complications.
We help you manage the entire process, ensuring that you meet all requirements so you can begin working in Colombia with peace of mind.
Without the proper guidance, it’s easy to overlook important details when applying for the V – Temporary Service Provider Colombian Visa, which can lead to document errors, and delays in approval.
We help you get everything right from the start, ensuring the process is as smooth as possible so you can begin your work in Colombia without any issues.
A simple and guided path to obtaining your V - Temporary services provider visa
With our guidance, managing the V – Temporary Service Provider Colombian Visa will be a straightforward and efficient process.
We handle all the details so you can focus on your work without worrying about the paperwork.
This visa is valid for up to 2 years.
This visa allows the principal holder to apply for beneficiary visas.
This visa grants work authorization exclusively for the position, entity, profession, or activity for which it was granted.
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 V - Temporary services provider Colombian 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:
Summary of the service, work, or labor contract in the format established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, published on the entity's website, clearly stating the start and end dates of the contract.
Motivation letter from the employer, outlining the foreigner’s qualifications, the tasks to be performed, their professional training, and the reasons why a Colombian citizen is not hired for this activity.
In the case of mining and energy sector companies, the Visa and Immigration Authority will consult the National Mining Agency platform to verify the existence and validity of the relevant mining title. If this consultation is not possible, the applicant will be required to provide it.
Bank certifications in the employer's name for the last six (6) months, demonstrating average monthly income of one hundred (100) current legal monthly minimum wages (SMMLV).
Copy of the professional title apostilled and translated, or labor certifications and experience supporting their qualifications.
Health insurance with coverage in Colombia for the duration of the stay in the country.
Others as requested at the time of acceptance.
What are the costs of the V - Temporary services provider Colombian visa?
Administrative Fees
ADMINISTRATIVE STUDY FEE (VISA):
$232,200 COP ($54 USD *
ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUANCE FEE (VISA):
$761,100 COP ($177 USD)*
ADMINISTRATIVE FEE OF FOREIGN ID CARD ISSUANCE FEE:
$267,000 COP ($63 USD)*
Total administrative fees = $1,260,300COP ($294 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 - Temporary services provider 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 - Temporary services provider Colombian 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 – Temporary services provider Colombian 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.
This visa grants work authorization exclusively for the position, entity, profession, or activity for which it was issued.
No, V (Visitor) Visas in Colombia do not grant residency. These visas are short-term and are designed for temporary stays in the country for specific purposes.
Yes, for your studies to be valid, they must be officially certified in Colombia and translated into Spanish if they were issued in another language. This ensures that they meet local standards for professional practice.
If you need to stay beyond your visa’s validity, you must apply for a new visa before your current one expires, complying with all immigration requirements.
Yes, the contracting entity in Colombia must process the payment for services through payroll or an authorized payment system in the country.
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