Colombia Visa Fees

This page has been reviewed and verified by Michael Gibbons, Regulated Immigration Advisor. For current rules and requirements, see our guide on How to Apply for a Colombia Visa.

The cost of a Colombia Visa depends on your nationality, the visa category, and the duration of stay. Fees are set by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and include both an application and issuance fee. At Visa Applications, we handle all government payments, documentation, and submission directly on your behalf to ensure full compliance and avoid processing delays.

All fees are payable in advance through official channels, and applicants will receive a digital receipt once their payment is verified.

Colombia Visa Fee Structure

The following are the standard visa fees currently applied by the Colombian authorities:

• Visitor Visa (V Type): From USD 82
• Migrant Visa (M Type): From USD 112
• Resident Visa (R Type): From USD 430

Additional fees may apply for translation, legalisation, or document certification. Our team provides a complete fee breakdown before your application is submitted.

Government and Service Fees Explained

Each visa application includes two types of fees:

• Application Fee: Paid when submitting your online application to initiate review.
• Issuance Fee: Payable once your visa is approved, prior to electronic issuance.

At Visa Applications, both payments are securely processed through official Colombian government payment portals, ensuring your visa proceeds without interruption.

How Visa Applications Manages Your Payment

Our team:

• Prepares the full cost summary (government + service fees) before submission.
• Handles all online transactions through official channels to prevent processing errors.
• Confirms payment receipt and attaches proof of payment to your application file.
• Ensures that your eVisa is issued immediately once approval and fee verification are complete.

This process removes any uncertainty around payment confirmation or incomplete transactions.

Refund Policy

Visa fees are non-refundable once processing has begun. However, our submission process ensures all materials meet Ministry standards before payment, reducing the risk of refusal or loss.

If your application is delayed or rejected due to administrative error, our team can assist in resubmission or reallocation of the paid fee (subject to Ministry approval).

Additional Costs (If Applicable)

Some applicants may incur additional costs:

• Certified translations of documents not in Spanish or English.
• Legalisation or apostille of official certificates (e.g., birth, marriage, education).
• Courier costs for document delivery (if required).
• Passport photographs or digital photo formatting.

We handle all additional preparation requirements to ensure your application file remains compliant and ready for submission.

Why Apply Through Visa Applications

Our service includes:

• Full cost breakdown before payment.
• Secure processing of all fees through authorised platforms.
• Compliance checks ensuring documents meet fee-related submission rules.
• Tracking from payment confirmation to eVisa delivery.

This ensures your payment is correctly allocated, your application is prioritised, and your visa is issued efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Colombia visa cost?
Visitor visas start from USD 82, Migrant visas from USD 112, and Resident visas from USD 430. Final fees depend on nationality and visa type.

Are Colombia visa fees refundable?
No. Once processing begins, fees are non-refundable. Our compliance review helps avoid refusals that would result in loss of fees.

Can I pay my visa fees online?
Yes. All payments are made electronically via the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs platform, which we manage directly for our clients.

Does Visa Applications charge a separate service fee?
Yes. This covers professional preparation, compliance checks, document verification, and full submission to the Colombian authorities.

About This Page

Author: Visa Applications Editorial Team
Reviewed by: Michael Gibbons, Regulated Immigration Advisor.
Last Updated: December 2025.