Work / Immigration visa · Switzerland to Colombia

Marriage/Spouse Visa - Migrant Type M

e-Visa

• Maximum stay: 1095 days
• Processing time: 15-30 business days
• Fee: $282 - $402 USD
• Validity: Up to 3 years
• Entry: Multiple entry

The Spouse/Partner Visa is a Migrant (M) visa for foreign spouses or permanent partners of Colombian nationals. Valid up to 3 years and renewable. Visa cancelled if absent from Colombia for more than 180 consecutive days. After holding M spouse visa for 3 years, can apply for Marriage-Based Resident Visa (Type R). Marriage certificate must be issued within 3 months prior to application.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Family reunification with Colombian spouse or permanent partner. Allows foreign spouse to reside in Colombia long-term.

  Includes

  • Marriage
  • family reunification
  • cohabitation with Colombian spouse/partner

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: Two recent 3x3 cm identical photos, color, white background, full face

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: Colombia; Minimum coverage: All-risk coverage including accident, illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization, death, and repatriation for full stay duration

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Letter from Colombian spouse/partner requesting visa issuance, including copy of their citizenship card

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Online Visa Application Form - Spouse/Partner of Colombian National; Form url: https://tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co/tramites/enlinea/solicitarVisa.xhtml

How to apply

1. Online application

   Complete online Migrant visa application for Spouse/Partner of Colombian National category.

2. Document gathering

   Gather required documents: valid passport with 2 blank pages, two 3x3cm photos, Colombian civil marriage certificate or de facto union certificate issued within last 3 months, copy of Colombian spouse's citizenship card, letter from Colombian spouse requesting visa, and health insurance certificate.

3. Fee payment

   Pay visa study fee of $52 USD.

4. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing, typically 15-30 business days.

5. Visa collection

   Receive e-visa via email.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.