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Colombia for Digital Nomads

Colombia offers a digital nomad visa (Visa V Digital Nomad), costs from about $30 per day, and has fixed internet averaging 214 Mbps.

Key facts

• Capital: Bogotá
• Region: Latin America and the Caribbean, South America
• Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
• Languages: Spanish
• English proficiency: Medium
• Time zone: UTC-5
• Visa-free stay: Visa-free 90 days (extendable to 180 per year) for most Western passports
• Fixed internet: 214 Mbps
• Mobile internet: 45 Mbps
• Daily budget: $30 budget, $65 mid-range, $150 luxury
• Safety: Low
• Healthcare: Medium
• Tax residency: 183 days in 365
• Foreign income: Worldwide income
• Best time to visit: December to March and July to August (drier months)

Frequently asked questions

Does Colombia have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Colombia offers the Visa V Digital Nomad. Duration: Up to 2 years. Minimum income: about $1,300 per month. Fee: Approx. USD 230.

How long can you stay in Colombia without a visa?

Visa-free 90 days (extendable to 180 per year) for most Western passports. Rules depend on your passport and can change, so check official sources before you travel.

How much does it cost to live in Colombia as a digital nomad?

Daily budget in Colombia: about $30 on a budget, $65 mid-range and $150 for a luxury style.

How fast is the internet in Colombia?

Fixed broadband averages about 214 Mbps and mobile internet about 45 Mbps.

Is Colombia safe for digital nomads?

Overall safety in Colombia is rated low.

Which cities are popular with digital nomads in Colombia?

Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena, Medellín, Salento, Santa Marta.

Cities in Colombia

• Bogotá – Gritty/Cool, from $1,100/month, 150 Mbps
• Cali – Salsa/Local, from $900/month, 100 Mbps
• Cartagena – Historic/Heat, from $1,400/month, 80 Mbps
• Medellín – Spring/Party, from $1,200/month, 150 Mbps
• Salento – Coffee/Palms, from $800/month, 30 Mbps
• Santa Marta – Coastal/Humid, from $1,000/month, 60 Mbps

All information is provided for general guidance only and is subject to change. Always check with official sources before traveling. Last updated: 2026-10-23.