Colombia Visa Services
Professional immigration assistance for every visa type in Colombia. From digital nomads to investors, we handle your entire visa process in Medellín.
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Colombia offers three categories of visas for foreigners: Visitor (Type V) for temporary stays up to two years, Migrant (Type M) for those establishing long-term residence, and Resident (Type R) for permanent settlement. Each category encompasses multiple visa subtypes designed for specific situations — from digital nomads and investors to retirees and spouses of Colombian nationals.
Navigating Colombian immigration law requires precision. Resolution 5477 and subsequent updates from the Cancillería govern all visa applications, and requirements change annually with the minimum wage adjustment. A single missing document or incorrectly formatted submission can result in denial, delays, or loss of application fees. Our immigration team stays current with every regulatory change.
At Legal Diligence Medellín, we have helped hundreds of foreigners obtain their Colombian visas. Whether you are relocating to Medellín, investing in Colombian real estate, retiring in the City of Eternal Spring, or building a business here, our lawyers handle the entire process — from initial eligibility assessment to post-approval cédula de extranjería registration.
Digital Nomad Visa (Type V)
Work remotely from Medellín with Colombia's purpose-built visa for digital nomads, freelancers, and online entrepreneurs. Our immigration lawyers handle your entire application.
Investor Visa (Type M)
Establish legal residency in Colombia through real estate acquisition or business investment. Our immigration lawyers in Medellín handle the full process — from investment structuring and Banco de la República registration to visa approval and cédula de extranjería.
Retirement & Pension Visa (Type M)
Live your retirement in Medellín with full legal residency. The M-11 pension visa gives you long-term stability in Colombia on your existing retirement income.
Marriage & Spouse Visa (Type M)
Reunite with your Colombian spouse or permanent partner. Our immigration lawyers in Medellín handle the entire M visa process — from union declaration to cédula de extranjería.
Work Visa (Type M)
Secure legal authorization to work in Colombia through employer sponsorship. Our immigration lawyers handle every step, from contract compliance to credential validation, so you can focus on your career in Medellin.
Student Visa (Type V)
Study at a Colombian university, language school, or research institution with full legal status. Our immigration lawyers in Medellín handle your entire student visa application.
Permanent Resident Visa (Type R)
The only permanent visa category in Colombia. Secure indefinite residence after qualifying on a Migrant visa, through marriage to a Colombian national, or as a parent of a Colombian citizen.
Business Owner Visa (Type M)
Establish and operate your own business in Colombia with full legal authority. The business owner visa provides long-term migration stability for entrepreneurs, startup founders, and company owners in Medellín.
Colombian Citizenship & Naturalization
The final step in your Colombian immigration journey. From Resident visa to nationality by adoption, our attorneys in Medellín guide you through the Cancillería's naturalization process — documentation, interview preparation, and cédula de ciudadanía.
Visa Comparison
| Visa Type | Category | Duration | Ideal For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa (Type V) | V | Up to 2 years | Remote workers, freelancers, online entrepreneurs | Learn more |
| Investor Visa (Type M) | M | Up to 3 years | Real estate investors, business owners, entrepreneurs | Learn more |
| Retirement & Pension Visa (Type M) | M | Up to 3 years | Retirees, pension holders, Social Security recipients | Learn more |
| Marriage & Spouse Visa (Type M) | M | Up to 3 years | Spouses and permanent partners of Colombian nationals | Learn more |
| Work Visa (Type M) | M | Up to 3 years | Employees, professionals, company transfers | Learn more |
| Student Visa (Type V) | V | Duration of studies | University students, language learners, researchers | Learn more |
| Permanent Resident Visa (Type R) | R | 5 years (renewable indefinitely) | Long-term residents, spouses, parents of Colombians | Learn more |
| Business Owner Visa (Type M) | M | Up to 3 years | Entrepreneurs, business owners, startup founders | Learn more |
| Colombian Citizenship & Naturalization | N | Permanent | Long-term residents, spouses, parents of Colombians | Learn more |
Not Sure Which Visa Is Right for You?
Every immigration situation is unique. Our lawyers will evaluate your background, goals, and timeline to recommend the best visa pathway for your life in Colombia.
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