Visa for Colombia
Program: Visa V Nómadas Digitales (Digital Nomad Visa)
Duration: Up to 2 years. Issued as a Visitor (Type V) visa. Visa duration may be 6 months to 2 years depending on applicant's nationality.
Income: Minimum 3× Colombia's monthly legal minimum wage (SMLMV). In 2025: 3 × COP 1,423,500 = COP 4,270,500/month (approximately USD $1,090–$1,100 at current exchange rates).
Full Colombia DNV guideColombia offers a Digital Nomad Visa (Visa V) launched in 2022, requiring proof of monthly income of at least 3x minimum wage (approximately $750-900 USD) and valid for up to 2 years. Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks and can be done from abroad. Alternatively, many nomads enter on a tourist visa (90 days, extendable once for another 90 days) or apply for a Migrant Visa (M) with employment contracts. Check Colombia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Cancillería website for current requirements.
Cost of Living in Bogota
Best Neighborhoods for Nomads
Chapinero
Bogotá's trendiest neighborhood with hipster cafés, LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere, and the best coworking spaces.
Parque 93 / Chicó
Upscale area with tree-lined parks, international restaurants, and young professional crowd.
Usaquén
Charming northern neighborhood with colonial plaza, Sunday flea market, and family-friendly atmosphere.
La Candelaria
Historic center with colonial architecture, hostels, budget eateries, and backpacker-tourist energy.
Zona T / Zona Rosa
Business and entertainment district with high-rises, nightlife, shopping, and expat concentration.
Internet & Infrastructure
Coworking & cafés in Bogota
We're gathering coworking data for Bogota
Our team is actively curating verified coworking spaces and remote-work cafés in Bogota. In the meantime, explore the city guide above for cost, internet, neighborhoods, and visa info.
Things to Do in Bogota
Take the cable car or hike up for panoramic city views and perspective on Bogotá's massive urban sprawl.
Rotate between dozens of specialty coffee shops with reliable WiFi in Chapinero and Parque 93 for workday variety.
Join locals every Sunday when 120km of streets close to cars, creating a massive bike and pedestrian network across the city.
Explore pre-Colombian history and understand Colombia's indigenous heritage at one of South America's finest museums.
Browse artisan crafts, street food, and live music at this weekly market that doubles as prime networking territory for expats.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely affordable cost of living at $1,200/month including social life
- Thriving café culture with hundreds of laptop-friendly spots and excellent Colombian coffee
- Large established expat and digital nomad community for networking
- Central location for exploring Colombia and South America with cheap domestic flights
- Sophisticated cultural offerings including theater, museums, and world-class restaurants
- Improving public transportation with TransMilenio BRT system and bike infrastructure
- Year-round spring-like temperatures between 10-20°C without extreme heat or cold
Cons
- Safety concerns require constant vigilance against petty theft and phone snatching in public
- Altitude sickness affects many newcomers—expect 1-2 weeks adjustment period at 2,640m
- Traffic congestion is severe with long commute times across the sprawling city
- Air quality issues during certain seasons due to altitude and vehicle emissions
- Frequent rain throughout the year requires always carrying an umbrella or rain jacket
- Spanish language essential for daily life—limited English spoken outside expat areas