Passport holders from short-stay visa-exempt countries, subject to the category requirements.

What income is required?

Three current Colombian monthly minimum wages, demonstrated through the previous three months of bank statements.

Are dependants possible?

The category allows beneficiary applications.

All destinations Americas & Caribbean. WORK AND RESIDENCE

Remote work route

Colombia lists a visitor visa for eligible foreign remote workers and digital entrepreneurs.

Sources reviewed September 14, 2026 · Expanded guide

START WITH THE WORK YOU DO

The remote work category covers foreign companies. Paid work for a person or company domiciled in Colombia is excluded. [1]

Who is eligible?: Passport holders from short-stay visa-exempt countries, subject to the category requirements. [1]
How long is the visa valid?: Up to two years. [1]
What income is required?: Three current Colombian monthly minimum wages, demonstrated through the previous three months of bank statements. [1]
Are dependants possible?: The category allows beneficiary applications. [1]

BEFORE YOU APPLY

Key items from the linked guidance. Use the authority checklist for the complete requirements. [1]

Foreign company letter describing the work and pay.
Contract or foreign business ownership evidence.
Three months of bank statements and insurance covering the listed risks in Colombia.

FROM RESEARCH TO APPLICATION

Read Article 46 in the official visa rules.
Prepare the foreign work, financial and health insurance evidence.
Use the Foreign Ministry visa application channel and confirm current processing instructions.

Application guidance [1]

The financial threshold uses the current Colombian minimum wage. Do not rely on an old dollar conversion.