M Visa — Worker — Colombian Visa

Who is it for?

Employees hired by Colombian legal entities.

Application checklist

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Complete the online visa application (SITAC / Cancillería) for category M — Worker.
Recent digital color photo on a white background (neutral expression; max 300 KB; face fully visible, head centered).
Passport or accepted travel document valid at least six (6) months from the application date, in good condition, with a blank page if a sticker may be needed — plus a copy of the bio page.
If applying from inside Colombia: copy of the most recent entry stamp or equivalent Migración Colombia authorization / salvoconducto (art. 24.4).
If applying from a country that is not your nationality: proof of regular stay there (short-stay-exempt nationalities) or resident status (nationalities that need a short-stay visa) — art. 24.5.
Contract-summary form published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, signed by the contracting legal entity’s representative and by you.
Employer’s motivation letter: fitness, duties, training, why a Colombian national is not hired, and how many direct jobs the company generates.
Employer bank certificates or statements for the last four (4) months showing average monthly income of one hundred (100) SMLMV.
If the profession is not regulated: apostilled or legalized (and translated) degree, or work/experience certificates.
If the profession is regulated: the professional-council permit or license — required for a second or later visa in any event.
Pay the study fee within the calendar deadline Cancillería sets after filing; if approved, pay the issuance fee within its deadline.

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M Visa — Worker

Who is it for?

Application checklist

Validity / stay

Work authorization

Beneficiaries