Colombia Rentista Visa for Financially Independent People
In short
A route for people with proven passive income: rent, dividends, interest on deposits. The threshold is about 4,000 dollars a month. Issued for three years and, unlike the nomad visa, counts toward the residence period for a passport.
Requirements current as of 2 October 2026
Exact requirements are confirmed during a consultation. This information is for reference only and is not an offer.
Program requirements
| Required income | from 10 Colombian minimum wages, about $4,000 a month |
|---|---|
| Type of income | passive and regular: rent, dividends, royalties, interest |
| Validity | up to 3 years |
| Processing time | 6 to 10 weeks |
| Family | spouse and minor children as dependants |
| Route to a passport | after 5 years on a resident visa, time on this visa counts |
Availability by applicant citizenship
Russia
Available
No restrictions by citizenship, income documents need an apostille and translation
Belarus
Available
No restrictions by citizenship
Kazakhstan
Available
No restrictions by citizenship
Uzbekistan
Available
No restrictions by citizenship
Pros
- Time counts toward residency and a passport
- The whole family is processed in one package
- No investment required, only proof of income
- Allows you to live in the country permanently
Cons
- Higher income threshold than the digital nomad visa
- Income must be passive, a salary does not always qualify
- Triggers tax residency if you stay more than 183 days
Common reasons for refusal
- The income source is active rather than passive
- Income documents without an apostille or with an incorrect translation
- Irregular income, statements show gaps
FAQ
Does a salary under an employment contract qualify?
The rentista visa requires passive income. The digital nomad visa is designed for working for a foreign employer, but it does not count toward citizenship
How many days a year do I need to spend in Colombia?
To keep the visa, you cannot be absent from the country for more than 180 consecutive days. Tax residency has a different threshold: from 183 days of presence
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