At EmigraHoy, we are ready to make your travel experience to Colombia smooth and hassle-free. Need a Colombian digital nomad, work, residence, or tourism visa? We handle the entire process for you! Don’t hesitate to click the apply button and let our experts guide you step by step to obtain your visa without any complications. Start your Colombian adventure and maximize your success with a consultation with us!

After the COVID-19 pandemic, the business world has experienced a significant shift towards remote work, enabling people to maintain productivity without needing a physical office. This trend has also transformed the tourism industry both in Colombia and globally.

With the help of technological tools, it’s now possible to participate in meetings and work sessions from anywhere with an internet connection. This change has given rise to the concept of “digital nomadism,” which refers to individuals who perform their professional activities remotely using information technologies and are not limited to residing in a single country.

Digital nomads are known for regularly changing their place of residence. Estonia pioneered the introduction of a specialized visa program for digital nomads in July 2020, and Italy joined this initiative in April 2024.

At EmigraHoy, we invite all those interested in exploring this new way of working and living to consider coming to Medellin, Colombia, as digital nomads. Discover the wonders of our country while continuing your remote work!

Whether you’re providing remote work or telework services from Colombia for foreign companies as an independent contractor or employee, or starting a digital content or information technology venture of interest to the country, EmigraHoy is here to support you every step of the way.

Specific requirements:

1. Be the holder of a passport issued by one of the countries or territories exempt from short-stay visa.

2. A letter in Spanish, or English, issued by one or more foreign companies for which the foreigner provides services, indicating the type of relationship and the type of remuneration received by the applicant.

3. If you have a contract with said company, provide it, or demonstrate that you are a partner or co-owner of a company abroad and a letter indicating that your work for the company is carried out remotely.

4. In the case of entrepreneurs, submit a motivational letter explaining your entrepreneurship project and the financial and human resources you have or aspire to have for your entrepreneurship.

5. Demonstrate, through bank statements, having minimum income equivalent to three (10) Minimum Legal Monthly Wages (SMLMV) during the last 3 months. About 3.900 dollars.

6. Health insurance policy covering all risks in the national territory in case of accident, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization, death or repatriation, for the expected time of stay in the country.

7. Provide a recent digital photograph, in color, with a white background. The person should face the camera directly, with a neutral expression, complete and centered head, and both eyes open. Hair and accessories should not cover the head or face. The image should be sharp, have good resolution, and the size should not exceed 300 KB.

To have a passport, travel document, with a minimum validity of six (6) months at the time of the visa application. A copy of the main page of said document, showing the personal or biographical data of the holder, must be provided.

Validity: Up to two (2) years.

Beneficiaries: Applications can be made for beneficiaries of the main holder.

Restrictions: This visa does not allow working or engaging in remunerated activity with legal or natural persons domiciled in the national territory.

The processing fee for the Digital Nomad visa (type V) is USD$160 (including our service fees), and once approved, the issuance fee is USD$260.

Please note that the waiting time for these procedures may vary depending on the Colombian Embassy or Consulate. Generally, it takes between two (2) and four (4) weeks.

At EmigraHoy, we not only offer complete support for obtaining your visa, but we also have strategic partners to provide you with accommodation options, tours, coworking spaces, and Spanish language schools. If you would like a quote for these additional services, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you every step of the way on your adventure!

If you are coming to Colombia for tourism, leisure, or even to learn Spanish. Most foreigners can receive a stamp in their passport upon arrival, at no cost. This stamp allows you to enjoy Colombia for 90 days, with the possibility of extending your adventure for another 90 days, for a total of 180 magical days in a calendar year!

Remember, this tourist visa, now known as the visitor visa (V), is perfect for short-term stays full of discovery but does not allow you to work or live permanently in Colombia. If you decide to extend your stay, you can easily do it at a local Migration Colombia office or by taking a short trip outside the country.

At EmigraHoy, we understand that each journey is unique, just like the requirements for your visa. Depending on the type of visa you need, the required documents can vary. But don’t worry, here we provide you with a list of the main documents necessary for any visa application. With EmigraHoy, you’re one step closer to making your Colombian dream a reality. Let us guide you through every step of your visa application!

Digital Photograph: You must attach a recent digital photograph. It should be:

-Clear and of good resolution.
-In JPG format.
-Maximum size of 300 kb.
-In color with a white background.
-The face should be facing the camera with a neutral expression.
-The full head should be centered and both eyes open.
-Hair and accessories should not cover the head or face.
-The photograph must not contain any images other than the person’s face.

Copy of the Main Page of the Passport or Equivalent Document:

-You must provide a copy of the main page of the passport or an equivalent document.
-The document must be valid for at least six (6) months at the time of the visa application.
-The passport or equivalent document should be in good condition and have free pages.
-The copy should clearly display the personal or biographical data of the holder.

Additionally, you will need to prove your financial solvency by presenting bank statements from the six months prior to the application. These statements must demonstrate monthly incomes not less than 10 minimum wages, which amounts to 3260 USD for the year 2024, according to the national government’s established amount for the annual minimum wage.

These requirements are essential to ensure that your visa application is processed correctly. Make sure to comply with each of them to avoid any inconvenience or delay in your procedure.

At EmigraHoy, we are here to advise you at every step of your journey. Maximize your success in consular procedures with us, your support team from start to finish!

Are you unsure if you need a visa for your trip to Colombia? At EmigraHoy, we want to make your planning easier. That’s why we’ve prepared a detailed list of countries whose citizens require or do not require a visa to enter Colombia. Our goal is to provide you with clear and precise information you need. We hope this guide will be the first step towards an unforgettable Colombian experience with EmigraHoy!

The total cost of our services is 266 USD for the inicial application. This price includes the complete management of the process, as well as constant monitoring and advice until the visa is obtained. If the government approves your application you will have to pay 90 USD for you visa.

Please note that the waiting time for these procedures may vary depending on the Colombian Embassy or Consulate. Generally, it takes between two (2) and four (4) weeks.

Do your want to know if you need a SHORT-STAY VISA?

Citizens from the following States or territories can enter and stay temporarily in the national territory without the need for a visa if they hold a valid residence permit in a Member State of the “Schengen Area” or in the United States of America; or if they have a Schengen visa or a visa from the United States of America with a minimum validity of one hundred eighty (180) days at the time of entry into the national territory:

1. Paraguay
2. Peru
3. Poland
4. Portugal
5. Qatar
6. United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
7. Dominican Republic
8. Romania
9. Russia (Federation of)
10. Saint Kitts and Nevis
11. Samoa
12. San Marino
13. Saint Lucia
14. Holy See
15. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
16. Serbia
17. Singapore
18. Sweden
19. Switzerland
20. Suriname
21. Trinidad and Tobago
22. Turkey
23. Ukraine
24. Uruguay
25. Venezuela