Study visas
Colombian Student Visa (Visa V Estudiante)
A Visitor visa allowing foreigners to study, undertake academic practices or take part in exchange programmes at Colombian institutions.
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The 2-year maximum validity and any fees were drawn from summaries of the official page; confirm the current figures directly on cancilleria.gov.co.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Colombia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa V - Estudiante
- Route type
- Visitor (V) visa sub-type
- Programme intensity
- Minimum of 10 hours of study per week
- Stated on the official student-visa page.
- Validity
- Up to 2 years
- Reported maximum validity; confirm on the official page.
- Work permission
- Postgraduate student holders may work up to 20 hours per week after reporting to Migración Colombia and the Ministry of Labour
Who it is for
- Foreigners enrolling in Colombian educational institutions at any level
- Students undertaking practices or academic exchanges under institutional agreements
- Postgraduate students who wish to work limited hours alongside their studies
Requirements
- Valid passport with adequate remaining validity
- Proof of enrolment/admission in a programme of at least 10 hours per week
- Health-insurance policy covering accidents, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalisation, death or repatriation for the stay, valid across the national territory
- Evidence of economic means to support the studies
- Documents apostilled/legalised and translated into Spanish where required
What you can do
- Study at the enrolled institution for the duration of the visa
- Undertake student practices or academic exchange
- Postgraduate holders may work up to 20 hours per week after the required reporting
- Note: absence from Colombia beyond the permitted period (except distance learning) can automatically terminate the visa
How to apply
- Create an account on the online visa platform at tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co
- Complete the Visitor (V) - Student application form
- Upload proof of enrolment, insurance and supporting documents
- Pay the applicable study and issuance fees
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.