Colombia Visa Support for Expats in Medellín
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Straightforward, bilingual guidance for your Colombia visa application — backed by an experienced Colombian immigration attorney based in Medellín.
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Colombia Visa Services
We provide legal consultation, document preparation, eligibility review, and application assistance for Marriage, Digital Nomad, Student, and Business visas in Colombia — personally guided by immigration attorney Laura Morales.
Expat Expert is a private legal and consulting service and is not affiliated with the Colombian government or the Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores. We provide legal consultation, document preparation, eligibility review, and application assistance — we do not issue visas. Government filing fees are separate from our professional service fees.
Unlike firms where clients wait weeks for updates, we make communication a priority. Attorney Laura Morales personally oversees your visa case, replies to your messages promptly, and keeps you informed at every stage of the process — so you always know exactly where your Colombia visa application stands.
Government Fees
Approx. $60 USD – Visa Application Study Fee, paid after the application is submitted
Approx. $199 USD – Visa Issuance Fee, paid only if the visa is approved
Approx. COP $323,000 – Cédula de Extranjería fee, paid after approval when applicable
Important: Expat Expert is a private legal and consulting services company. We assist clients with eligibility review, document preparation, application submission, and guidance throughout the visa process. Visas are reviewed, approved, and issued exclusively by the Colombian government.
Government fees are separate from Expat Expert’s professional service fee and are paid directly by the applicant to the appropriate Colombian government authority. These fees are established by the government and may change at any time without prior notice. We will inform you of the applicable fees before payment whenever updated information is available.
Because government fees are determined and collected by the Colombian authorities, they are not included in our service fee or Service Guarantee.
The Colombia Marriage Visa is for foreigners married with a Colombian citizen. It allows you to live and work legally in Colombia and lead toward residency. Requirements include a passport, proof of marriage and supporting documents. Our service fee document preparation and application assistance is COP $2,500,000 (government filing fees are separate and paid directly to Colombian authorities). Contact Expat Expert to schedule a consultation and begin your application.
Colombia Marriage Visa (Visa M)
The Colombia Digital Nomad Visa is for remote employees and online business owners earning income from outside Colombia. Requirements include passport, proof of remote work or foreign activity, bank statements and health insurance. Our service fee for document preparation, and application assistance is COP $2,500,000 (government filing fees are separate and paid directly to Colombian authorities). Contact Expat Expert to schedule a consultation and begin your application.
Colombia Digital Nomad Visa (Visa V)
The Student Visa is for foreigners enrolled in a recognized university, language school, vocational course, or other program. Requirements typically include a valid passport, proof of enrollment, and health insurance, and the visa may be granted for up to two years. Our service fee for document preparation and application assistance is COP $2,500,000 (government filing fees are separate and paid directly to Colombian authorities). Contact Expat Expert to schedule a consultation.
Student Visa - Visitor (Type V)
The Business Visa is for entrepreneurs, investors, and company representatives conducting commercial activities in Colombia. Requirements typically include a passport, proof of business purpose, supporting documents, and financial resources. Our consulting fee for eligibility review, document preparation, and application assistance is COP $2,500,000 (government filing fees are separate and paid directly to Colombian authorities). Contact Expat Expert to schedule a consultation.
Business Visa - Migrant (Type M)
Full-Service Airbnb Management in Medellín
We manage your Airbnb from beginning to end, including listing management, pricing and calendar updates, guest communication, check-in and check-out coordination, cleaning, maintenance support, and in-person check-ins when necessary. Our management fee is only 12% of the gross reservation amount, compared with the typical 20%–25% charged by many property managers.
For example, on a $2,000 reservation, our management fee is $240. The 12% is calculated before Airbnb service fees, electricity, cleaning, repairs, and other property expenses, which are deducted separately.
Based in Laureles, we manage properties throughout Medellín, including El Poblado, La América, Belén, Floresta, Sabaneta, and surrounding areas. Contact Expat Expert to learn how we can professionally manage your property while helping you keep more of your rental income.
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Gregory Mironeso“If you’re seeking a trustworthy, bilingual help with real estate and immigration matters, look no further. Expat Experts are true professionals who go above and beyond. I enthusiastically recommend their services to anyone needing assistance”
**¡Gracias por todo!** 🌟
Felix Wisniewskiope“I highly recommend expat expert. Laura and Andrew make a great team together and give great advice. They also both speak English & Spanish which is very important in certain legal processes incase your aren't fluent in Spanish. I recently invested into a property in Colombia and at the time I write this review I have successfully closed on the property but I want to express how simple they made the process for me. Investing into a property is already a big deal but when you do it as an expat in a country that you're not from it can cause even a bigger stress. They walk you through the entire process step by step by step. They also got me a VISA recently for two more years. If you need anything business or VISA wise here in Colombia then I highly recommend you use Expat Expert”
Cameron Botes“They are amazing people. They really care and know what they’re doing. If you need help with any visa or buying property, they are the best. I recommend them to any foreigner or anyone wanting help getting setup in Colombia”
Legal Support.
Without the Language Barrier.
Receive personalized, one-on-one support from bilingual attorney Laura Morales. Services include custom contracts, contract reviews, prenuptial agreements, immigration assistance, official notices, property or vehicle transactions, and legal accompaniment to appointments, signings, or administration meetings. Packages start at COP $800,000 for up to five hours of legal assistance, depending on the matter. Contact Expat Expert to discuss your needs.
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