Colombia Digital Nomad Visa: How to Apply
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
- Nomads Embassy dives into the visa requirements and step-by-step process for how to apply for Colombia's digital nomad visa
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I work for an employer remotely. How can I prove I work remotely? I prefer not to bother letting my employer know I’m moving to Colombia.
They may ask to see your employment contract stating that you can work remotely. They may also request an official letter from your employer stating you are allowed to work remotely.
please i've a question . what about traders ? that work just for theirselves , without any contract with anybody ?
That is the question I have, too. I have enough in savings to the monthly amount for at least 2 years.
Does the two years start when you arrive in Colombia or is it retrospective? I.e. If I apply and get the visa in November, but I go in January of next year - will they deduct 2 months?
This ultimately depends on the immigration agent handling the application. The initial visa is for one year, which could start when it is approved or earlier when the agent receives the application. Unfortunately, the situation is at the discretion of the agents.
I have a question. Concerning the letter from an employer, what if you don’t have an employer? For example, self-employment.
You can show freelance contracts with your clients or if you have established an LLC (or equivalent) that should be ok!
@@nomadsembassy i love it! thank you
should the translations of marriage and birth certificates be notarised?
This depends on the country of origin. They may need an apostille, but this is a great question for our immigration lawyers if you'd like to schedule a consultation!
Do we have to renew the visa after every 90 days, also if we come there and apply student visa, will it work?
Thanks. 😊
Can one after a year in Columbia with Normad visa still eligible to apply to visit US right in Columbia without going back to country of origin?
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on the application, there’s a part that says application registry number…. what is that or what do i have to put there?
You can find a complete guide on how to fill out the application here: www.cancilleria.gov.co/visa-linea
Can you switch from a current student visa to a digital nomad visa. And if so.. do you have to complete the courses first before you are allowed to switch?
This is definitely something we recommend discussing with our immigration lawyers! It can become a bit complicated. Fill out the form in this article to proceed: nomadsembassy.com/colombia-digital-nomad-visa/
What type of insurance limits is required for the health plan? Are there any? Do you suggest any particular company?
We are unaware of any limits or minimum amount of coverage you need. We suggest using Safetywing (nmds.me/safetywing) or Genki (nmds.me/genki)
@@nomadsembassy thanks
There is a section in the application that requires “Address information in Colombia” which I do not have. How do I proceed?
This could be an Airbnb booking or hotel reservation
I couldn’t find a full list of countries that are eligible for the nomad visa in Colombia. Can people from Norway apply?
Yes, Norwegian citizens can apply for this visa. If you do not require a tourist visa to enter the country, you may apply.
What is the the tax in Colombia for digital nomads? Or it's tax free 😊😊 sounds good for now and easy to apply
You would only be able to earn foreign income so you wouldn’t pay Colombian taxes on income.
This information is incorrect. Please stop spreading false information on our content. See the correct answer below:
Colombia does tax worldwide income, so if you stay in the country for more than 183 days out of the year, you will be considered a tax resident.
To get a clearer picture of the tax implications on your personal situation, I recommend speaking with one of our immigration lawyers. You can request a consultation here: nomadsembassy.com/colomia-digital-nomad-visa/
@@MeatEatingVegan2024 Actually Colombia taxes worldwide income for residents if they stay in the country for more than 183 days.
Thank you for the info. What is the purpose of the visa if you have to leave within the 180 day period? What is the incentive to admit you’re earning income remotely? If applying for this visa would mean paying 24% tax, or whatever percentage it is, what’s the incentive for the workers who apply? Paying tax in two different countries doesn’t sound logical to me and the 180 day period makes it somewhat useless in my opinion. What am I missing? Thank you
@@MeatEatingVegan2024 Most countries have a double-taxation agreements so that you only pay taxes in one country (the one you reside in) Your questions would be best discussed with an immigration lawyer or tax professional since taxes are so personal and you may have a different tax rate based on certain categories or information about your lifestyle.
Most people apply for this visa to live full time in Colombia and take advantage of the low cost of living or they want to create a startup in the country.
After I applied to the nomad visa they started making up requirements. And they’re understanding of modern remote work seems outdated.
If you'd like some professional assistance, we can connect you with our immigration lawyers :)
@@nomadsembassy sure let me know the website or email I’m a bit price sensitive.
@@efexzium Feel free to shoot us an email so we can help you :) nomadsembassy.com/contact/
Can we attach our Payoneer account statements instead of Bank statements? Or provide both? But let’s say my employer sends the amount to my Payoneer account monthly and I do not convert it into my local currency in my local bank. What to do?
It's a good idea to present as much evidence as possible when proving your income. You can submit both bank and Payoneer statements if necessary.
Can one after a year in Columbia with Normad visa still eligible to apply to visit US right in Columbia without going back to country of origin?
I don’t work for a company. Most of my income is from other digital platforms such as instagram and TikTok. Would I be able to apply for this visa. I can show income in the high six figures but as I said this is mostly from instagram and TikTok.
You can show your bank statements and any contracts you may have with brands/companies for your social media
I have tried to apply for this visa twice now and i have had the application withdrawn twice. I own my own company and have uploaded all the documents required in english and Spanish, is there something i am missing? its also impossible to get anyone from the office on the phone and when they reply by email they send a copy and paste blanket email :(
I'm sorry to hear about your troubles! Maybe you'd be interested in meeting with our hand-selected local immigration lawyers to assist you with your visa application?
They can review and verify your documents, communicate on your behalf with the necessary authorities, and increase your chances of getting approved.
If you'd like to schedule a consultation, fill out the form in the following link for an eligibility check with Nomads Embassy to begin the process: nomadsembassy.com/colombia-digital-nomad-visa/
Same here I’m a software engineer and work for multiple clients on upwork and the reviewer doesn’t seem to understand modern remote work.
They’re idea of remote work is old fashion long term contracts
Hi
Can we apply for visa with family?
Yes!
Don't bother, they organise a meeting with you and then don't turn up.
Can you explain who doesn't show up to the meeting, please?
Do you have to stay in Colombia for the full two years or can you leave the country? Additionally, after two years, is there a path to residency?
You don't have to stay for the full two years, you may travel. This visa does not lead to permanent residency.
@@nomadsembassy thanks!
@@nomadsembassyif we stay for 2 years on nomad visa and want to pursue permanent residency. Will there be a way to work it out?
This visa does not lead to permanent residency. @@SAli-jf1zn
I can work remotely while visiting Colombia with just a tourist entry stamp I get as an American. If the digital nomad visa has the same 180-day period of stay per year limit, what's the benefit of paying for it?
This visa is valid for one year and renewable for an additional year. Not all nationalities are allowed to stay in the country for 180 days on a tourist visa 😉
@@nomadsembassy Are you sure about this? Why mention the 180-day limit if you can stay for a year?
The application is fine and easy, however it really takes time because they keep asking an additional documents after attaching all of the documents that I have submitted first. So I’m not sure if should I really pursue it, I’m just waiting what else will they ask from me and hope that they will approve it eventually. 🙏🏼
Wishing you the best of luck with your application!
@@nomadsembassy thank you!!! Hopefully 🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@EllescapadeChannel What documents did they ask? Is it approved yet?
@@irshad2879 hey, yes we just got approved yesterday! After 24 days. ☺️The first day we applied online on Nov 11- we provided 3 months bank statements, Certificate of Employment & working contract, then they sent us an email to provide an additional docs such as a letter (kind of explanation why did we enter & exit Colombia for multiple times) last exit stamp from Colombia, visa status here in Brazil (we only provide them our entry stamps) my 6 months payslips certification from my employer. Then, waiting time for almost 2 weeks or so. And finally we got an email saying we are approved and can stay for 1 year. 🥰