Digital Nomad Visa (Visa V — Nómadas Digitales) · British applicants
Colombia digital nomad visa for British applicants (2026)
For British applicants, the Digital Nomad Visa (Visa V — Nómadas Digitales) works on the same terms as everyone else: a €1,300/month income bar (3× Colombia's minimum wage (SMMLV): COP 5,252,715/month in 2026 — reset every January, so always recalculate rather than trusting last year's number.), up to 2 years, not renewable. Post-Brexit, British applicants are third-country nationals here, so the full non-EU application process applies.
Key facts for British applicants
- Minimum income
- €1,300/month — 3× Colombia's minimum wage (SMMLV): COP 5,252,715/month in 2026 — reset every January, so always recalculate rather than trusting last year's number.
- Maximum stay
- Up to 2 years, not renewable
- Processing time
- Up to 30 calendar days. The application is fully online.
- Fees
- €44 study fee (non-refundable) + €106 issuance fee if approved — €150 total. Spanish nationals are exempt; Japanese and Korean nationals pay only the study fee.
- Family
- Spouse and dependent children can be included as beneficiaries of the visa holder.
- Health insurance
- Required — must be valid for the full stay
How to apply from the UK
1Confirm you clear the bar
Colombia requires 3× Colombia's minimum wage (SMMLV): COP 5,252,715/month in 2026 — reset every January, so always recalculate rather than trusting last year's number.. Run your numbers through our income checker first — it is the fastest way to rule countries in or out.
2Apply from the UK
British applicants typically file at the Colombia consulate with jurisdiction over their place of residence. Entirely online through the Cancillería's tramites portal — you can apply from anywhere in the world.
3Prepare for the permit stage
The online portal also accepts applications filed from inside Colombia.
4Sort tax before you fly
Tax residency usually follows 183+ days of presence, and your home country may still want a return. Read the tax notes below, then confirm your position with a qualified advisor.
Tax notes
183 days of presence in any 365-day window triggers Colombian tax residency (worldwide income). The visa caps presence at 180 days per calendar year — staying under it keeps you non-resident.
Tax rules are simplified here and change often. Confirm your position with a qualified tax advisor before making decisions.
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Not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently and consulates interpret them differently. Always verify current requirements with the official consulate or immigration authority before applying. Official source: Cancillería de Colombia — Ministry of Foreign Affairs (official portal).