Colombia•South AmericaVaries
USD $231
Varies by filing options
Discretionary
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Issued when the presence of a foreign national is of particular importance to the Colombian state for political, social, economic, scientific, cultural, sporting, or artistic reasons not covered by other categories.
The Courtesy Visa for Unforeseen Cases is intended for foreign nationals whose presence is deemed of particular importance to the Colombian state for political, social, economic, scientific, cultural, sporting, or artistic reasons. This visa is granted at the discretion of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs when the applicant's specific circumstances are not covered by other existing visa categories.
Applicants must demonstrate the unique nature of their contribution to Colombia and pay a fee of USD 231 to process the request.
The presence of the foreign national must be of particular interest to the Colombian State.
Must be for cases not covered by other visa categories (unforeseen or special circumstances).
Must be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs based on the specific merits of the case.
Valid passport.
Detailed letter explaining the purpose of the visit and why it qualifies as a special case.
Supporting evidence (e.g., invitations from government entities, proof of special project involvement).
Recent digital color photograph (3x4 cm, white background).
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