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Colombian Colombia Visitor Visa (Type V)

For foreign nationals visiting or staying in Colombia temporarily and non-permanently, covering tourism, business, events, medical treatment, short study in arts or trades, temporary service provision, journalism and internships.

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Fee amounts (visa study fee and issuance fee) are not stated — confirm current tariffs on the official Cancillería page.

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.
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Official name
Visitor Visa (Type V)
Route type
Visitor visa
Maximum stay
Up to 180 days per year
Continuous or non-consecutive within each 365-day period counted from the date the visa is issued; non-extendable once 180 days are reached.
Validity
Varies by subcategory — up to 1 year, some up to 2 years
For example the tourism (V/Turismo) visa is valid for up to 1 year.
Entries
One or several entries, depending on the visa granted
Minimum income
Bank statements showing income of at least 3 times the monthly minimum legal wage (SMLMV)
Where to apply
Online through the SITAC portal, or at a Colombian consulate
Work
Does not permit paid work in the tourism (V/Turismo) subcategory

Who can apply

  • Tourists and short-term visitors
  • Business travellers and people attending events
  • People coming to Colombia for medical treatment
  • Temporary service providers, interns and journalists
  • People in short-term study in arts, trades or non-formal programmes

What you can do

  • Visit Colombia temporarily for tourism, business or events
  • Carry out the specific temporary activity your visa was granted for
  • Stay on a non-permanent basis

Requirements

  • Valid passport (or equivalent travel document) with at least 6 months' validity at the time of application
  • A written statement identifying you and explaining the activity you will carry out in Colombia — its purpose, participants, duration, schedule and location
  • If you are invited or hosted, a written request from your Colombian host
  • Bank statements evidencing income of at least 3 times the monthly minimum legal wage (SMLMV)
  • A recent photograph meeting the official specification

How to apply

Type V visas are applied for online through the Cancillería's SITAC portal (or in person at a Colombian consulate).

  • Open the 'Solicitar Visa en Línea' form, read the requirements and confirm you have read them to start your application
  • Complete your document and personal-data sections and upload the required files
  • Pay the visa study fee (in the SITAC platform online, or at the consulate)
  • If approved, pay the visa issuance fee within 10 calendar days — failure to pay is treated as withdrawing the application
  • The electronic visa is issued and emailed to the address on your application within 10 calendar days of payment

Documents you may need

  • Main page of your passport, valid for at least 6 months, uploaded as a PDF
  • Photograph in JPG format, maximum 300kb, face forward with a neutral expression, head centred and uncovered
  • Written statement of the purpose and details of your trip
  • Written invitation from your Colombian host, if applicable
  • Bank statements proving the required minimum income
  • Proof of payment of the visa study fee

Frequently asked questions

  • Up to 180 days — continuous or non-consecutive — within each 365-day period counted from the date the visa is issued. Once you reach 180 days the stay is non-extendable.

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.

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