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Colombia

BUSINESS FACILITATION MEASURES
Visa Requirements for Business Travelers in the Americas


Colombia 
(Destination)
Short-term Business Visit

Visitor Visa 
Requirements
All citizens member of the FTAA require a visa for making business in Colombia

Documentation 
Required for 
Application for 
a Visitor Visa 
  • Request an interview 
  • Issue an application form
  • A valid passport (recommend a minimum of six months validity beyond intended stay)
  • 2 passport-sized photographs
  • A letter indicating the activity to develop
  • A note of commitment from the company o the public entity in which its intention of responsibility for the foreigner during his/her stay is stated when it is the case
  • Certificate of Existence and legal Representation of the company abroad or incorporated in Colombia depending on the case
  • Natural persons can support their application with documents that demonstrate their economic solvency and a commitment note for the expenses during their stay



Method of
Lodgement
After personally signed the application can be issued directly by the foreigner or by the legal representative

Processing time Fulfilled all the requisites, the visa is issued the same day.


Multiple Entry 
Visa
Colombia issues single entry visas and multiple entry visas for stays up to six months. 


Validity/Extension

Cost  The cost of a visa is US$150. Nationals of Ecuador, United States and Costa Rica are excepted of payment.

Accompanying dependants Companions and dependants do not have the right to the business applicant's visa.

Further 
Information
Colombia, information: http://www.colombiaemb.org

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