Planning a longer stay? Start with our Colombia digital nomad visa guide. Nomads often compare Medellín with Bogota, Cartagena and Quito. Well-rated places to work include Cafe Torbellino, Matilde, Pergamino and Semilla Cafe Coworking.
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 Digital Nomad Visa (V Visa - Migrant) requires only $684/mo income. Valid 2 years. Easy renewal.
Cost of Living in Medellín
Last verified May 2026 — refresh pendingBest Neighborhoods for Nomads
El Poblado
Expat hub with malls and restaurants
Laureles
Local feel, more affordable, calm
Envigado
Suburban, family-friendly
Provenza (in El Poblado)
Trendy nightlife and cafes
Internet & Infrastructure
Coworking & cafés in Medellín
12 verified workspaces · cross-checked against Google Places & reviewed manually · no paid placements
Things to Do in Medellín
Transformed neighborhood with street art
Colorful town and El Peñol rock
Most popular nomad spaces
Learn Colombian salsa
Origin of Colombian coffee
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Eternal spring weather (60-80°F year-round)
- Colombia DNV ($684/mo income)
- Affordable luxury apartments
- Vibrant nightlife and salsa culture
- Growing tech scene
- Friendly locals
Cons
- Limited English outside El Poblado
- Safety concerns in non-tourist areas
- Rainy season (April-November)
- Currency volatility
- Internet speeds slower than Asia/Europe (avg 55 Mbps)