Colombia Tourist Visa

The South American nation of Colombia is a tourist’s paradise. Known for its tropical climate, beautiful beaches, tropical forests, and bustling cities with rich culture and art. The country has national parks and world heritage sites that are worth exploring. In fact, this country offers so much to see and do.

For tourists wishing to come here, a tourist visa is required. However, those with a Schengen visa are exempted from the tourist visa.

For Indians wishing to travel to Colombia, the tourist visa is called TP-11 and  one can obtain it online. The cost of this visa is 82 dollars and it is valid for 90 days.

Eligibility Requirements for Tourist Visa

• Have a genuine reason to visit the country
• Have the finances to support your stay
• Meet health and character requirements
• Have proof of motive to return to your home country

Documents Required for the Visa Application

• A valid passport whose validity will exceed the duration of the visa you apply for by six months
• A copy of your completed and signed application form
• Details about your itinerary
• Proof of hotel bookings, flight bookings
• Copy of tour ticket
• Proof of having enough finances to support your travel and stay in the country
• A cover letter with all the required details
• Letter from the organization where the applicant is working
• Recent statement from your bank
• Income tax statements

Before you apply for a tourist visa, ensure that you meet the visa requirements and have the required travel documents.

Ensure that you pay the required fees for the visa.

Application Process

The application for a tourist visa is mostly done online.

Follow the directions on the Colombia tourist visa application form on the Colombian Embassy’s official website.

Select the tourist visa category and scan copies of all required documents.

By e-mail, send the form to the embassy.

Pay the Acknowledgement costs in accordance with the regulations of Colombian Immigration.

Wait for the documents to be accepted and validated before proceeding.

Attending the final verification interview is the next stage.

Make careful to submit accurate and comprehensive information on the application form based on the documents you’ve supplied and the information on your passport. If you provide any inaccurate or unverifiable information, your application may be rejected.

Processing Time

Visas are usually processed in five business days.

If more documents or an interview are required, it could take up to 30 days.

Tourist visas for Colombia (Type-V) are usually valid for six months and can be used several times. Depending on the itinerary, visas are issued for three months to two years. You can stay for up to 180 days at each visit.

Validity of the Visa

Tourist visas for Colombia (Type-V) are usually valid for six months and can be used several times. Depending on the itinerary, visas are issued for three months to two years. You can stay for up to 180 days at each visit.

Extension of the Visa

The tourist visa can be extended beyond its validity of 90 days provided there is a genuine reason.

Here Are the Details of the Visa Fees:

Category	Fees
Single entry	INR 6500

How Y-Axis Can Help You?

• Advise you on the required documentation
• Advise you on the funds that need to be shown
• Fill out the application forms
• Review your documents for the visa application