{"id":1597,"date":"2022-08-03T14:44:51","date_gmt":"2022-08-03T14:44:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red-eagle-607666.hostingersite.com\/?p=1597"},"modified":"2025-04-19T17:05:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-19T17:05:41","slug":"how-to-travel-on-a-digital-nomad-visa-in-colombia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/2022\/08\/03\/how-to-travel-on-a-digital-nomad-visa-in-colombia\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Travel on a Digital Nomad Visa in Colombia ?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-top:-50px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1414.4px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_5_6 5_6 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:83.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.304%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.304%;--awb-width-medium:83.333333333333%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.304%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.304%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:60px;\"><p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"214\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Colombia offers a Digital Nomad Visa (Visa V Digital Nomads) that allows remote workers to live and work in the country for up to two years.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">This visa is ideal for freelancers, remote employees, and entrepreneurs seeking a vibrant culture, affordable living, and a growing digital nomad community.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"253\"><strong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"253\">Eligibility Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"336\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">To qualify for the Colombia Digital Nomad Visa, applicants must:<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"447\"><strong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"365\">Have a valid passport<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">from a country exempt from short-stay visas in Colombia (e.g., the U.S., Canada, EU countries).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"613\"><strong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"491\">Demonstrate a minimum monthly income<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">equivalent to three times Colombia\u2019s legal monthly minimum wage (approximately $885 USD\/month).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"757\"><strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"671\">Provide proof of employment or freelance contracts<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">showing remote work for a foreign company or clients.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"878\"><strong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"792\">Hold valid health insurance<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">covering the duration of stay in Colombia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"911\"><strong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"911\">\u0627\u0644\u0648\u062b\u0627\u0626\u0642 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u0637\u0644\u0648\u0628\u0629<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"998\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Applicants must submit the following:<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1106\"><strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1020\">Valid passport<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">with at least six months of validity.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1227\"><strong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1141\">Recent passport-sized photo<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">(3&#215;4 cm, color, white background).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1351\"><strong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1265\">Letter from employer or client<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">confirming remote work arrangement.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1460\"><strong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1374\">Proof of income<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">(e.g., bank statements, contracts).<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1577\"><strong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1491\">Health insurance policy<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">valid in Colombia.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1611\"><strong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1611\">\u062e\u0637\u0648\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u062a\u0642\u062f\u064a\u0645<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1723\"><strong data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1637\">Prepare documents<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">according to the specifications.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1889\"><strong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1763\">Complete the online application<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">through the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal.<\/span> \u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2007\"><strong data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1921\">Pay the application fee<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">(approximately $50 USD).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2161\"><strong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2035\">Submit the visa fee<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">(ranging from $170\u2013$230 USD, depending on visa duration and dependents).<\/span> \u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2248\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Processing typically takes 1\u20133 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2291\"><strong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2291\">Visa Duration and Extensions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2458\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The Digital Nomad Visa is valid for up to two years.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Extensions are possible, allowing for continued remote work in Colombia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2491\"><strong data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2491\">Tax Considerations<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2658\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Spending more than 183 days in Colombia within a tax year may classify you as a tax resident, subjecting you to Colombian taxes on worldwide income.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">It&#8217;s advisable to consult with a tax professional to understand your obligations.<\/span> \u200b<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2716\"><strong data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2716\">Benefits of the Colombia Digital Nomad Visa<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2823\"><strong data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2737\">Extended stay<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">up to two years.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2936\"><strong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2850\">Legal authorization<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">to work remotely for foreign employers or clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3096\"><strong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2970\">Option to bring dependents<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">(spouse, partner, children under 25 or with disabilities).<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3241\"><strong data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3115\">Flexibility<\/strong> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">to enter and exit Colombia during the visa&#8217;s validity period.<\/span> \u200b<strong data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3293\">Living in Colombia as a Digital Nomad<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3380\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Colombia offers diverse environments for digital nomads:<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3483\"><strong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3396\">Medell\u00edn<\/strong>: <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Known for its pleasant climate and thriving expat community.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3584\"><strong data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3497\">Bogot\u00e1<\/strong>: <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The capital city, offering a mix of culture and business opportunities.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3688\"><strong data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3601\">Cartagena<\/strong>: <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">A coastal city with a rich history and vibrant lifestyle.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3775\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The cost of living is relatively low, with affordable housing, food, and transportation options.<\/span>\u200b<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3782\" data-end=\"3800\"><strong data-start=\"3786\" data-end=\"3800\">Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3927\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The Colombia Digital Nomad Visa provides an excellent opportunity for remote workers to experience life in a dynamic and welcoming country.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-&#091;-0.2rem&#093; rounded px-px py-&#091;0.2rem&#093; transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">With straightforward application procedures and the ability to stay for up to two years, it&#8217;s an attractive option for those looking to combine work and travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":3995,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[222],"tags":[18,223,225,205,224,23,24],"class_list":["post-1597","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-colombia","tag-adventure","tag-colombia","tag-digital","tag-latin-america","tag-nomad","tag-tour","tag-travel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1597","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1597"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1597\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3996,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1597\/revisions\/3996"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3995"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1597"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1597"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/avenue-travels.com\/ar\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1597"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}