Colombia Visa for Egyptians - all the details!

Colombia is one of the most exciting travel destinations in Latin America. Characterized by its wonderful natural diversity, you can explore the tropical beaches of Cartagena and the beautiful flowers of Medellin. In addition, Colombia offers travelers the opportunity to explore amazing terrain such as the Andes Mountains and the Amazon jungle. Its rich cultural history is evident in ancient cities such as Bogotá and Santa Marta. As an emerging tourism destination, Colombia offers a unique and enjoyable experience for travelers seeking the beauty of nature and authentic culture.

You can apply for a Colombia visa for Egyptians in several ways. You can go directly to the embassy or consulate, or take advantage of the Colombia electronic visa service online.

The Colombian Embassy issues two main types of visas:

1. The first is used for short visits such as tourism and visits,
   
   
2. The second is allocated for long stays for purposes such as work or study.

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There are three main types of Colombian visas:

1. Colombian Visit Visa (V).
   
   
2. Colombian Immigrant Visa (M).
   
   
3. Colombian residence visa (R).
   
   

Colombian short-term V visas
It is issued to foreigners who intend to visit Colombia for a short period, and can be used for multiple purposes such as:

• Tourism and recreational activities
  
  
• Commercial Business
  
  
• Foreign journalists
  
  
• Short-term academic exchange programme, training or other educational courses
  
  
• Medical tourism (or accompanying a person undergoing medical treatment in Colombia)
  
  
• Acting as a commercial exchange.
  
  
• Volunteers in human rights activities or cooperation and development projects
  
  
• Transit

Documents required to apply for a tourist visa in Colombia include:

1. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel, and must contain at least two blank pages.
   
   
2. A scanned copy of the personal data page of the passport.
   
   
3. Two recent personal photos, with a white background.
   
   
4. Confirmed and prepaid hotel reservation.
   
   
5. Confirmed round-trip flight reservation.
   
   
6. A stamped bank statement from each page for the last three months.
   
   
7. A letter from the employer (HR Letter), containing information about the job, salary, appointment date, in addition to the company’s commercial registry number and the employer’s phone number, and it must be signed by management and stamped with the company’s seal.

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To apply for a tourist visa in Colombia, you can follow the following steps:

1. Visit the official website of the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
   
   
2. Choose the appropriate visa category (in this case, tourist visa).
   
   
3. Fill out the form with your personal information, then click "Continue."
   
   
4. Upload photocopies of the required documents and documents.
   
   
5. Pay the Colombian visa fee and follow the instructions provided on the website.

Once you complete these steps, your application will be processed and you will be notified of the decision on your visa.

If you have a previous visa to visit Colombia, you can apply for renewal online without having to visit the Colombian embassy. Renewal requests are usually processed within 5 business days, and you will be notified of your request status via email. If your renewal application is approved, you can go to the Colombian embassy or consulate to receive your renewed visa. If additional documents or an interview need to be submitted, it may take up to 30 days.

The Colombia V visa allows stay in Colombia for up to 3 months from the date of entry and allows multiple entry. The visa is usually valid for 6 months from the date of issuance. The period of stay can extend up to two years in some cases at the discretion of the consular or immigration authorities.

Fees and fees for obtaining a Colombian visa for Egyptians

The cost of obtaining a Colombian visa for Egyptians is $25.

Colombia transit visa

If you intend to transit through Colombia to your final destination in another country and your stop in Colombia will be less than 24 hours, or if you will remain in the international transit area of the airport without leaving it, and you have all the necessary documents for your final destination, in these cases, you will not need To obtain a transit visa for Colombia.

Colombia visa for immigrants category M

Colombia M category visas are issued to foreigners who intend to settle in Colombia for a long period, whether for study or work purposes, temporarily or permanently. This visa allows for a stay of up to 3 years and can be renewed. The M category of Colombian visas includes the following:

1. Colombia Work Visa: Issued to foreigners who find job opportunities in Colombia.
   
   
2. Colombia Study Visa: Issued to foreigners who have been accepted into a Colombian educational institution or academic program.
   
   
3. Colombia Marriage Visa: Issued to spouses or partners, where one of them is a Colombian citizen or resident.
   
   
4. Colombia Investment Visa: Issued to foreigners who invest specified amounts in Colombia.
   
   
5. Colombia Retiree Visa: Issued to retired foreigners who wish to settle in Colombia and have the necessary financial resources.
   
   
6. Colombia Religious Activities Visa: Issued for religious missions.
   
   
7. Residency (R) visas in Colombia provide the possibility to settle and live in this beautiful country.

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