Foreigners with a monthly pension equal to or greater than three Colombian minimum wages can apply for the Colombia Retirement Visa. This visa allows you to stay for up to three years and accumulate time toward permanent residency (Type-R) after 5 years.
After Resolution 5477, pensioners must have medical insurance to be able to apply for the Retirement visa and demonstrate that they are in good health conditions. If you want to access the Colombian health system, with a Retirment visa it is no longer possible.
Visa Requirements
Valid passport with at least six months of validity
Present a monthly pension certificate with an amount equal to or greater than three minimum wages (3.900.000 COP). The certificate must be apostilled and translated.
A certificate of a judicial, criminal, or police record must be issued by the authority of the country where the applicant resided for the last three years. The record must be apostilled, legalized, and translated.
A medical certificate issued by either the Colombian authority or the medical health authority of the country of origin.
A Health Insurance policy that provides coverage across the country for all risks in case of an accident.
Online Application Process
Visit the official Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Fill out the online application form with accurate and complete information.
Upload the required documents.
Submit the application and receive a confirmation.
Schedule an appointment at the nearest Colombian consulate or embassy.
Pay the required visa fees.
Attend the scheduled appointment with all necessary documents.
Processing Time
The processing time for the Colombia Retirement Visa is typically 30 days. However, applying well in advance is advisable to account for unforeseen delays.
Visa Fees
Visa Study 54 USD**
Issuance of the Visa 270 USD**
**Visa Fees May Vary, the fees shown are a ballpark price. As Immigration can update their fees at anytime.
Validity Period
The validity of the Colombia Retirement Visa can be up to three (3) years
Benefits
Once your visa gets approved, you can request a visa for your beneficiaries
Restrictions
Does not allow to work in Colombia
This visa will not allow its holder to be affiliated with the Colombian Social Security System (EPS)
Obligations
Visa holders must adhere to Colombian laws and regulations. Failure to comply may result in penalties or deportation
