Colombia Parent Visa
$1400.00
👨👩👦 Colombia Parent Visa – Residency for Parents of Colombian Citizens
The Colombia Parent Visa (Visa de Migrante – Padre de Colombiano) is a Migrant (M) visa designed for parents of Colombian nationals. If you have a Colombian citizen child, you are eligible to apply for this visa—whether your child was born in Colombia or acquired Colombian nationality by descent.
This visa offers a path to permanent residency, allowing you to live in Colombia and build a future alongside your child.
✅ Benefits of the Colombia Parent Visa
✔️ Live in Colombia Legally – The visa is valid for up to 3 years.
✔️ Path to Permanent Residency – After 5 years, you can apply for a Resident (R) Visa.
✔️ Work Authorization – You are legally allowed to work in Colombia.
✔️ Access to Healthcare – You can enroll in Colombia’s public health system (EPS).
✔️ Multiple Entries – Travel freely in and out of Colombia without restrictions.
✔️ Family Unification – Stay close to your child and secure your future in Colombia.
📑 Required Documents
📜 Valid Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months and have blank pages for visa stamps.
🍼 Proof of Relationship
Birth certificate of your Colombian citizen child, issued by the National Civil Registry (Registraduría Nacional).
💰 Financial Solvency
Bank statements (last 6 months) to show financial stability.
Proof of regular income or savings sufficient to support yourself.
🩺 Health Insurance
International or Colombian health coverage for at least one year.
📞 Interview Requirement
Some applicants may need to attend a personal, virtual, or phone interview.
🚨 Clean Criminal Record (if required)
In some cases, a criminal background check may be necessary (translated and apostilled if required).
📝 Application Process
⏳ Processing Time: 2 to 4 weeks
🔹 Step 1: Gather Your Documents
Obtain your child’s birth certificate from the Registraduría Nacional.
Prepare bank statements, proof of income, and health insurance.
🔹 Step 2: Submit Your Application
Apply online through the Cancillería (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) portal.
Pay the visa processing fee (~$230 USD, depending on nationality & exchange rates).
🔹 Step 3: Attend an Interview (If Required)
Some applicants may be asked for an in-person or virtual interview.
🔹 Step 4: Visa Approval & Issuance
If approved, receive your digital visa via email.
You must register your visa and apply for a Foreign ID Card (Cédula de Extranjería) within 15 days of arrival.
⚠️ Important Rules & Restrictions
✅ You must remain in Colombia for at least 6 months per year to maintain your visa.
✅ If you leave Colombia for more than 6 consecutive months, you may not be able to renew your visa.
✅ After 5 years, you can apply for a permanent residency (R) visa.
🇨🇴 Path to Permanent Residency & Citizenship
📌 After 5 years on the Parent Visa, you can apply for a Permanent Resident (R) Visa.
📌 After 10 years as a resident, you may apply for Colombian citizenship (dual nationality is allowed).
💼 Let Us Handle Your Application!
📌 What’s Included?
✔️ Personalized legal guidance with Colombian immigration experts.
✔️ Step-by-step document preparation for a smooth application.
✔️ All government and lawyer fees covered – No hidden costs!
📌 What’s Not Included?
🚫 Apostilles & Translations (if required).
🚫 Personal travel & accommodation expenses.
👶 Stay Close to Your Child in Colombia – Apply Now!
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