Migrant Retirement Visa (M-Pensionado)
Colombia
Last updated: December 22, 2025
3 years (renewable)
$175
15-45 days
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you live in Colombia if you receive a monthly pension from another country. You don't need to work—it's designed for retirees or anyone with steady foreign pension income. Once you live here for 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency. You get legal residency and can travel in and out freely. You can bring your spouse and children with you. The visa is straightforward if you have a real pension and clean background.
Key Benefits
- Live legally in Colombia for 1-3 years
- Travel freely in and out of Colombia
- Bring spouse or permanent partner
- Bring children under 25
- Access private healthcare system
- Eligible for permanent residency after 5 years
- Path to Colombian citizenship
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Any age (no minimum or maximum)
- Must receive monthly pension from foreign source
- Pension minimum COP 4,270,500 per month
- No Spanish language requirement
- Must be physically and mentally healthy
- Must have clean criminal record
- Must have permanent/ongoing pension proof
- Cannot work in Colombia
Financial Requirement
Minimum COP 4,270,500 per month (~$1,115 USD). Must receive ongoing pension from foreign government or private source.
Documents
- Valid PassportAt least 6 months validity
- Pension LetterOfficial document from pension provider with apostille stamp
- Bank StatementsShowing pension deposits for 3-6 months
- Medical CertificateFrom doctor confirming you are healthy
- Health Insurance ProofPrivate coverage for Colombia with repatriation/evacuation coverage
- Criminal Background CheckFrom home country, less than 6 months old, with apostille stamp
- Passport CopiesAll pages with entry/exit stamps
- Digital PhotoColor, white background, 100KB JPG format
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.