Technical Assistance Visa (Visa V de Asistencia Técnica)

The Technical Assistance Visa (Visa V de Asistencia Técnica) is a visitor-class visa specifically created for foreign specialists, engineers, and technicians who are needed in Colombia to perform specialized tasks for a local company. This visa is commonly used for activities such as the installation, calibration, maintenance, or repair of machinery and equipment, or for providing specialized technical knowledge that is not readily available within the local workforce. It facilitates the temporary transfer of expertise to support Colombian businesses and industrial projects.

This visa is intended for professionals who are invited by a Colombian entity to address a specific technical need. The sponsoring company is responsible for providing the necessary documentation, including a formal invitation and a contract that outlines the scope and duration of the technical work. It is a temporary visa and does not grant the holder the right to permanent residency. By providing a clear legal pathway for technical experts, this visa helps Colombian organizations maintain operational efficiency and access international technical standards while ensuring that the foreign professional's stay is strictly tied to their authorized technical activities.