Colombia's digital nomad visa requires about $1,000 a month in proven remote income, costs around $230 to apply and is usually decided in 1–4 weeks. Remote workers eyeing Americas should have Colombia on their radar. Internet infrastructure is good, and the cost of living is generally excellent. What makes Colombia appealing for location-independent professionals is the combination of affordability and an expanding digital-nomad community. Explore the top destinations below to find your ideal base in Colombia.

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Colombia Digital Nomad Visa

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At a glance

$1,000/mo

Min income

$230

Fee

Up to 2 years

Validity

1–4 weeks

Processing

Required

Insurance

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Living in Colombia

Human Development Index0.758 · #91

InternetGood

Cost of livingExcellent

SafetyFair

Colombian peso ($) · Capital: Bogotá · Spanish · +57

How to apply for the Colombia digital nomad visa

1Show income of ~3× Colombia's minimum wage (~US$1,000/month).
2Prove remote work for foreign companies or your own foreign business.
3Hold health insurance valid in Colombia for the whole stay.
4Apply online via the Cancillería visa portal.

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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Top destinations in Colombia

5 destinations tracked

Frequently asked questions

Does Colombia have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Colombia offers a remote-work visa valid for up to 2 years, with typical processing of 1–4 weeks. Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

What income do you need for the Colombia digital nomad visa?

Approximately US$1,000 per month from remote work outside Colombia. Always verify the current threshold on the official source.

How much does the Colombia nomad visa cost?

The application fee is roughly US$230. Additional costs can include insurance, document translation and legalisation.

Is health insurance required for the Colombia nomad visa?

Yes — proof of health insurance covering your stay in Colombia is a required part of the application.

Remote work in Colombia: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Colombia: Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena, Medellín, Santa Marta. Monthly budgets average around $1,150: Cali is the most affordable base at roughly $1,000, while Cartagena runs about $1,300. For connectivity, Bogotá leads with an internet score of 4.1/5.

The main language is Spanish and the dialing code is +57. Before booking flights, check Colombia public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Colombia at a glance

Bogotá — ~$1,200/mo; 3.9/5 overall; internet 4.1/5; safety 3/5. Live clock: local time.
Cali — ~$1,000/mo; 3.7/5 overall; internet 3.7/5; safety 2.9/5. Live clock: local time.
Cartagena — ~$1,300/mo; 3.8/5 overall; internet 3.7/5; safety 3.4/5. Live clock: local time.
Medellín — ~$1,250/mo; 4.4/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 3.2/5. Live clock: local time.
Santa Marta — ~$1,000/mo; 3.7/5 overall; internet 3.4/5; safety 3.3/5. Live clock: local time.

Colombia spans 1 time zone among our tracked cities (America/Bogota). The reference offset is UTC-5 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Colombia against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Colombia is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena, Medellín, Santa Marta.

What is the cheapest city in Colombia for remote work?

Cali, at roughly $1,000 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Colombia as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $1,150 per month.

What language is spoken in Colombia?

Primarily Spanish.

What time zone is Colombia in?

Colombia's tracked cities use America/Bogota among others.

When are public holidays in Colombia?

See the full list with dates.

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