Colombia Visa

Colombia Visa FAQs

• add remove Do I need a visa for Colombia?

  Yes.The citizens of India are required to obtain a visa to enter Colombia. Visas may be obtained from the Embassy or Consulate of Colombia in India. A Colombia visa for Indians can be private, tourist, business and work – depending on the purposeof a visit.

• add remove Is there any Colombia visa exemption for Indians?

  You do not need a visa to enter Colombia if you are a US or Schengen visa holder with a minimum validity of 180 days at the time of entering Colombia (an airport transit visa is not admissible) or you have residence permit in a Member State of the Schengen Area or in the United States of America. Otherwise you must apply for a visa

• add remove What is the purpose of Colombia visa?

  Short stay Colombia visas are mainly issued for tourism, business as well as other travelling needs including a single, double or multiple entries. The type of visa to enter Colombia will depend on several factors such as nationality, purpose of your planned visit and duration.

• add remove How can I apply for a Colombiavisa online?

  It is a straightforward and effortless process to apply for a bulgaria visa online through Akbar Travels.

  • Choose your preferred type of bulgaria visa based on your travel type
  • Pay online
  • Submit documents through our pick up & drop service
  • Receive your visa once approved

• add remove What are the different types of Colombia Visas?

  Visitor Visa (type V):

  for the foreigner wishing to visit Colombia eleven or several times or to stay temporarily in the country without this being permanent. This visa allows the holder to carry out, among other activities: airport transit, tourism, business, academic exchange and studies in art or trades and graduate courses, medical treatment, administrative and / or judicial procedures, boat or coastal platform crew, participation in events , residencies or internships, volunteering, audiovisual and / or digital production, journalistic coverage, temporary service provider, intra-corporate personnel transfer within the framework of current international instruments, foreign government commercial representative or official, vacation - employment program and courtesy.
  

  Resident Visa (type R):

  for those aspiring to establish themselves or begin permanent residency in Colombia due to: having renounced Colombian nationality; being the parent of a Colombian national by birth; accumulated time of permanence; foreign direct investment.
  

  Migrant Visa (type M):

  for the foreigner who wishes to enter or remain in the national territory with the intention of establishing himself / herself and does not meet the conditions for a type R visa.
  This visa may apply to the following condition: Spouse or permanent companion of Colombian national; parent or child of Colombian national by adoption; migrant under the Mercosur Agreement; to refugee; job; businessperson; practice a profession or independent activity; religious; elementary, middle, and undergraduate students; real estate investor; retiree or landlord.

• add remove How early can I apply for a Colombia visa online?

  The earliest date to apply for a Colombia visa is two months before the date of travel to the country.Please submit your request at least 10 days before your date of travel.

• add remove What is the validity of my Colombia visa?

  Visitors are allowed to stay in Colombia for a period of 90 days. Within this period, multiple entries are allowed.

• add remove Is the visa extendable in Colombia?

  Yes, it is possible but not more than 180 days in the consecutive year. The approval of extension is subject to the officers’ decisions and Embassy directives.

• add remove Is it compulsory to submit passport along with the application?

  Yes, the Embassy will stamp the visa in the original passport. Therefore, two blank pages are required in the passport. Your passport should also be valid for minimum six months beyond the intended stay.

• add remove How long does it take to get a Colombia visa for Indians?

  After successfully submitting your application, it up to 7 business days for processing. In the event that additional documentation or an interview is required, the term may be extended up to 30 calendar days from the online visa application registration date.

• add remove What are the eligibility criteria for Colombia visa application?

  • To enable the authorities to process your application, you must clearly state
  • Why are you visiting bulgaria
  • How long you intend to stay in bulgaria
  • How will you support yourself during your time in bulgaria
  • What is the purpose of your visit to bulgaria
  • Type of passport you hold and for how long it is valid
  • Where do you intend to travel following your visit to bulgaria
  • If you have a permit to bulgaria the country you intend to travel to after your stay in bulgaria

• add remove How do I receive my Colombian visa online?

  Our Visa Expert will first fill out your electronic visa application online. Once your visa has been approved online, it will be sent to the email registered at the time of application. After receiving the approval, your application will be submitted to the Embassy along with all the documents. On further evaluation, your visa will be finally be stamped on your passport.

• add remove What type of entry is granted for a ColombiaVisa for Indians?

  A multipleentry is granted. The visa can be used for multiple entries into the country.

• add remove Do I need to personally visit the Consulate/Embassy to submit my documents?

  No. You are not required to visit the ColombianConsulate/Embassy personally. We will submit the visa application on your behalf.

• add remove What if my Colombia visa gets rejected?

  The Embassy of Colombia, New Delhi, has the final call when it comes to a Colombiavisa rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final and no refund will be issued.

• add remove If I am travelling on a Colombia tourist visa from India, will I be able to work in the country?

  You cannot take up any kind of paid employment in the country ona Colombia tourist visa.

• add remove Do I need to purchase a Travel Insurance?

  Applicants are strongly advised to purchase a Travel Insurance to secure their trip in the event of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, flight cancellations, baggage delay or loss etc.

• add remove What is the easiest way to get a Colombia visitor Visa?

  Contact our Visa Experts and apply for your Colombia visa instantly with minimum documents and lowest visa fee. No need to visit our office and no need to deal with the Embassy. We do it all for you.

• add remove Are you still having doubts about the Colombia Visa process?

  Please feel free to contact us for all your ColombiaVisa worries. We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.
  

  Important Notice:

  The information provided here are subject to change without prior notice. For confirmation on visa requirements and fees, you may consult with the Colombia Embassy or Consulate near you.