Moving to Colombia: every visa & residency route in 2026
There are 2 ways to move to Colombia legally as of 2026 — spanning digital nomad and retirement routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.
All 2 routes checked against official government sources · July 2026
Every route, side by side
| Route | Type | Requirement | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa (V Visa) | Digital nomad | $900/mo income | Temporary residency |
| M-Pensionado (Retirement) Visa | Retirement | $1,200/mo income | Citizenship in ~10 yrs |
Digital nomad route to Colombia
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$900/mo income
Low ~$900–1,000/mo. Valid up to 2 years. As a V-type visa, time does NOT count toward residency or citizenship. Very affordable cost of living.
Official source →Retirement route to Colombia
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$1,200/mo income
Pension of ~3x the Colombian minimum wage (~$1,200/mo). Up to 3 years, renewable; R-visa after 5 years, citizenship in ~8–10 years total. Very low cost of living.
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Moving to Colombia: FAQ
How many ways are there to move to Colombia?
This dataset tracks 2 residency or visa routes into Colombia as of 2026, across digital nomad, retirement pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.
Does Colombia have a digital nomad visa?
Yes — the Digital Nomad Visa (V Visa) lets remote workers live in Colombia. It requires about $900/month in income. Low ~$900–1,000/mo. Valid up to 2 years. As a V-type visa, time does NOT count toward residency or citizenship. Very affordable cost of living.
What's the lowest-income way to get residency in Colombia?
The most accessible income-based route is the Digital Nomad Visa (V Visa) at roughly $900/month. Requirements reset annually and move with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source before you apply.
Does moving to Colombia lead to a second passport?
Yes — at least one route to Colombia has a defined path to citizenship. The exact timeline and physical-presence rules vary by program; check each route's official source below.
Colombia, compared
Visas, cost, and healthcare side by side with the alternatives people weigh.