The Colombian Visa You Need to Retire in Colombia
2025-04-16
Are you thinking about retiring in a place where your pension stretches further, the people are warm, and the climate is mild year-round? Colombia might be exactly what you're looking for — and the M-Type Pensioner Visa is your ticket in.
✅ What can you do with this visa?
This visa is designed for retirees with a stable income who want to live in Colombia long-term. It allows you to:
✅ Live legally in Colombia
✅ Access healthcare and social services
✅ Enjoy the benefits of a lower cost of living
✅ Apply later for a residence permit if you meet the time requirements
📋 Are you eligible?
You may qualify for this visa if:
You receive a lifetime pension or social security income of at least 3 Colombian minimum monthly wages (approx. $1,100 USD/month).
You have official documentation to prove your pension income (apostilled and translated).
You are in good health and can get a doctor’s certificate.
You have a clean criminal record from your country of origin and residence (apostilled and translated).
You are not planning to work for a Colombian company — this visa does not allow employment in Colombia.
⚠️ Important Things to Know Before Applying:
You must present health insurance that covers you in Colombia for at least one year.
The application process is fully online, and the government platform can be tricky to navigate.
Immigration officers manually review each case and may request additional documents at any time.
After visa approval, you must apply for a Cédula de Extranjería (Foreigner’s ID), which involves a separate process with Migración Colombia.
💼 How I can help:
Hi! I’m Camila Ocampo, legal director at Colombian Passport, and I specialize in Colombian visas for foreigners. I’ll guide you through the process step by step, so you don’t get stuck or frustrated by government platforms or paperwork.
🔹 I’ll review your documents and help with apostilles and translations
🔹 I’ll submit your visa application and respond to any additional requests
🔹 I’ll schedule your appointment for the Foreigner’s ID and assist until you’re fully settled
📩 Ready to enjoy your retirement in Colombia? Let’s talk! I’d love to send you a personalized proposal based on your case. Just send me a message and we’ll get started.