Low cost of living, Colombia launches Digital Visa for Backpackers; know more!
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Columbia has officially brought Digital Nomad Visa It is one of the most affordable means for travelers looking for an affordable place to live.
This country has long been a popular hub for digital nomads who are attracted to Colombia’s different culture, diverse landscapes, and low cost of living.
For more details on the topic, keep reading this article that we have prepared just for you!
How does the new Colombian digital nomad visa work?
Without a visa, private citizens can only stay in Colombia for 90 days, extendable for another 90 days, for a total of 180 days (six months).
However, the country’s Digital Nomad Visa allows successful travelers to live legally in the country for a maximum of two years.
Therefore, the visa is ideal for those who want to spend more than six months of the same year in Colombia.
Read more: Challenge: Can you find Colombia on a map? Try without the paste!
How to apply?
To apply, applicants will need to provide proof of employment from their home country (or proof of self-employment) along with a bank statement of earnings of at least 3 million Colombian pesos (approximately R$3,345) per month. In addition to proof of health insurance.
Thus, the Colombian Digital Nomad Visa will be one of the easiest visas to apply for, given the very reasonable income requirements.
Currently, the visa is available to citizens who have a valid passport from countries on the short-stay visa waiver list for Colombia. So, the list includes: Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, Brazil and many other countries in Latin America.
Also read: Do you want to travel around the world for work? Find out what a digital nomad is and how to become one!
Is it worth living in Colombia?
Colombia is working hard to shed its reputation as a dangerous country and prove to be completely safe. Cities like Cali, Bogotá, Medellin, and more are ideal for digital nomads who want to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle.
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