What it is
The Student (M) visa is for foreigners enrolled in primary, secondary, undergraduate or other recognised education programs at an accredited Colombian institution.
It is tied to your enrolment; you must remain a registered student to keep it valid.
Who qualifies
- An admission/enrolment letter from a recognised Colombian educational institution.
- Proof of the institution's accreditation and the program details.
- Proof of economic means to cover tuition and living costs (yours or a sponsor's).
- Valid passport and health insurance valid in Colombia.
How long it takes
Validity: Tied to the study program (commonly up to 3 years)
Processing: About 2–4 weeks after filing. Timelines depend on the Ministry's workload and whether they request additional documents — we monitor your file and respond fast to keep it moving.
Government fees
Government fees: ≈ US$52 study fee (paid when you file), plus an M-visa issuance fee of roughly US$230–350 once approved (some study stages carry a reduced fee). These are paid by you directly to the Colombian government and are separate from our service fee.
Step by step
- 1Initial Zoom call — we confirm the program and institution qualify.
- 2Data-gathering call — we coordinate the enrolment letter and funding evidence.
- 3You obtain the admission letter and proof of means.
- 4We coordinate apostille and translation of any foreign documents.
- 5Submission session — we file online with you and pay the study fee.
- 6On approval you pay the issuance fee and we guide you through the e-visa and cédula.