11. What type of visa do I need for work?
You can carry out work activities with the following types of visa and fulfilling the following profiles.
Migrant Visa: foreigners who reside in Colombia in a home comprising a Colombian national; under the Mercosur Temporary Residence Agreement; and with a refugee status will be authorized to carry out any legal activity in the country, including those with an employment contract.
Resident Visa: a foreigner who has the status of Principal Holder of this type of visa.
If you have a permanent or long-term job in Colombia, you must inform and demonstrate, in your application, who your employer or contractor will be.
If you are not in these categories and are interested in working in Colombia, you can obtain a work permit with the Visitor Visa, if it is temporary and/or occasional or short-term work.
