FAQ
Common questions.
What income do I need for the Colombia digital nomad visa?
Bank statements must show income of at least 3 monthly legal minimum wages for the last 3 months. The page gives no peso figure.
How long can I stay on the Colombia digital nomad visa?
Up to 2 years.
How much does the Colombia digital nomad visa cost?
In Colombia and most of the world: USD 56 to study the application plus USD 183 for the visa. In Europe and Cuba: EUR 44 plus EUR 141.
Who can apply for the Colombia digital nomad visa?
Open only to citizens of countries that can visit Colombia without a visa. People who work remotely from Colombia for foreign companies, as self-employed or employed. It also covers starting a digital content or IT business of interest to Colombia. The visa does not allow work or paid activity with a person or company based in Colombia.
Can I bring my family?
Family members can apply as beneficiaries of the main holder.
Can I work for companies in Colombia?
The visa does not allow work or paid activity with a person or company based in Colombia.
How do I apply?
Online (the ministry lists online reception 24 hours) or at a Colombian consulate abroad. In person only if the visa office asks by email.
Sources
- Colombia: Digital Nomad visa (visitor visa, type V) (cancilleria.gov.co)
- Colombia: how to apply (tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co)
- Colombia: Digital Nomad visa (visitor visa, type V) (cancilleria.gov.co)
- Colombia: Digital Nomad visa (visitor visa, type V) (cancilleria.gov.co)
- Colombia: Countries that need a visa for Colombia (cancilleria.gov.co)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.