V - Volunteer visa
Contribute to a cause in Colombia with the V - Volunteer Visa
Do volunteer work in Colombia while we take care of your Colombian Visa V - Volunteer in a secure way.
What is the V - Volunteer visa?
The V – Volunteer Colombian Visa is designed for foreigners who wish to participate in volunteer activities focused on social impact or development cooperation in Colombia.
This Colombian visa allows volunteers to join community projects and contribute their knowledge and skills to various initiatives within the country.
This Colombian visa is valid for up to two (2) years, providing the opportunity to collaborate long-term in social impact programs.
We help you through every step of the process to ensure you meet all the requirements, simplifying your application and allowing you to focus on your volunteer work without immigration concerns.
Volunteering in Colombia is an enriching experience, but managing the visa without guidance can become complicated, as errors in documentation, confusing requirements can delay your arrival and affect your participation in the projects you plan.
With our assistance, we avoid setbacks and make the process faster and clearer, so you can focus on what matters most: contributing your time and skills to those who need it most.
A simple and guided path to obtaining your V - Volunteer Colombian visa
With our guidance, obtaining your V – Volunteer Colombian Visa will be easy, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your social contribution.
We take care of every detail so you can enjoy your volunteer work without worries.
This visa is valid for up to 2 years.
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 - Volunteer 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.
Letter signed by the legal representative of the entity or organization stating the activity, the program of activities, the places where the volunteer will develop the projects, and its duration. The entity must assume the financial responsibility for covering all expenses of the foreign volunteer during their stay in Colombia, as well as the return expenses to the country of origin or the volunteer's last place of residence upon completion of the activities.
Health insurance policy with coverage in the national territory for all risks, including accidents, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization, death, or repatriation, for the duration of the stay in the country.
Valid document proving the legal status of the entity or organization with at least five (5) years of operation, issued by the competent Colombian authority, or a certificate of incorporation from a country other than Colombia issued within the three (3) months prior to the visa application.
The applicant entity or organization must demonstrate financial solvency by providing bank statements showing an average balance of one hundred (100) current legal minimum wages over the six (6) months prior to the visa application. This requirement is not necessary for public entities.
Others as requested at the time of acceptance.
What are the costs of the V - Volunteer 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 - Volunteer Colombian 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 - Volunteer 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 – Volunteer 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.
Beneficiaries may only be granted this visa if fully justified by the primary visa holder.
The visa is valid for two years. However, an absence from the country for ninety (90) calendar days or more will result in the early termination of the visa.
No, the V – Volunteer or Cooperation Visa is strictly limited to the activity and organization authorized in the visa.
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, the organization inviting the volunteer must be legally established in Colombia as a non-profit entity or a recognized non-governmental organization (NGO).
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After submitting the form, your case will undergo a thorough review by our team of specialists to assess its viability. Providing clear and concise information about your objectives will expedite this process.
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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