Your Colombian visa, in the hands of a lawyer — not an agency.
Diana Botero, a French-Colombian lawyer licensed in Colombia, prepares your case, coordinates apostilles and translations, files your application — and legally represents you if something goes wrong. One point of contact, from the first call to your cédula in hand.
A paid 45-minute initial consultation with Diana — a serious review of your situation, not a sales call. The fee depends on your case.
She has lived your journey, in reverse
Diana Botero lived in France for 8 years before returning to settle in Colombia — she knows both your administrative and cultural realities from the inside, not just on paper.
A law graduate of Universidad Católica de Colombia, with a specialization in immigration law from Universidad de los Andes — two of Colombia's most respected institutions — she is well recognized within the Latin American community abroad.
She speaks fluent English and works regularly with American individuals and companies on visa applications, investment structuring, and business formation in Colombia — along with clients from Canada, Belgium, Switzerland and many other countries.
Colombia has a visa for almost every project
Remote work, retirement, investment, family or studies — each situation has its own requirements. Choose the one closest to yours.
Digital Nomad
You work remotely for a company or clients based outside Colombia.
- Remote employees, freelancers, entrepreneurs
- Proof of regular monthly income
- Valid for up to two years
Retiree & Rentier
You receive a pension, retirement income, or regular passive income.
- Retirees and recurring foreign income
- Proof of monthly payments
- We identify the right category for your income
Investor & Entrepreneur
You are forming a company, investing, or buying an eligible asset in Colombia.
- Business-founder and investor options
- Criteria depend on structure and amount
- Company formation support included
Spouse & Family
Married to a Colombian citizen, in a registered domestic partnership, or a parent of a Colombian child.
- Marriage and registered domestic partnership
- Parents of Colombian citizens
- Some family visas lead to permanent residency
Student
You have been admitted to a recognized institution or university in Colombia.
- Accredited universities, training programs and language schools
- Proof of admission required
- Valid for up to two years
Not sure yet
Your situation doesn't fit neatly into one box, or you're weighing several options.
- Mixed income or an unusual situation
- Dual nationality, unsure which passport to use
- Prior refusal or a complex case
Everything an agency can do. And what it can't.
A typical administrative agency can gather your documents. It cannot legally represent you if your case runs into trouble.
| Typical agency | Diana Botero, Attorney | |
|---|---|---|
| Who prepares the case | An administrative assistant | A licensed attorney, start to finish |
| Legal value of documents | No guarantee | ✓ Documents prepared with legal standing |
| If the case is denied | You're on your own for any appeal | ✓ Appeal & legal representation included |
| Professional liability | None | ✓ Attorney's professional liability |
| Cédula appointment support | Rarely covered | ✓ Support included |
| Follow-up & point of contact | Varies by case | ✓ One point of contact, ES · EN · FR |
Typical agency
Diana Botero, Attorney
A poorly prepared case can be denied over a simple mistake
Not because your profile is weak. Often it's a poorly formatted document, a non-compliant translation, or a missing apostille.
The portal lets you proceed, even with a mistake
You can submit your documents and pay the fees without knowing a document isn't compliant. The error often only surfaces during review.
An incorrect apostille can block the whole case
Wrong authority, an outdated document, or an unrecognized translator: a single mistake can make a document unusable and delay the entire application.
Unqualified support can't do anything if you're denied
Without a licensed attorney, no one can provide legal representation or appeal a denial with the administration.
Meanwhile, your allowed days in the country keep ticking down
Every week spent figuring out the process alone narrows your margin, with a risk of fines if you overstay.
Which visa fits you? Get your answer in 1 minute.
4 quick questions, an instant personalized result — free, no email required.
What is the main reason for your project in Colombia?
How long do you plan to stay?
Where do your documents stand (background check, certificates...)?
Where are you writing to us from?
Four steps. You carry almost none of them alone.
The initial call
45 minutes with Diana to review your income, situation and timeline — and honestly tell you which visa fits your case.
Preparing your case
A precise checklist. Diana coordinates apostilles, certified translations and the formatting of every document.
Filing the application
Diana files your case herself. Every document is checked against the criteria in force at the time of filing.
Visa, then cédula
Your cédula appointment is booked and accompanied. The case stays open until the card is in your hands.
Everything related to your case
No hidden fees. Complete support, from the first document to the day you receive your cédula.
Always know where your case stands
Every document, every step. You never have to chase us for an update.
Illustrative example only — every real case is tracked and personalized individually.
They trusted us with their case
Colombia's main visas, at a glance
A factual summary of the most requested visas, with the exact legal basis (Resolution 5477 of 2022). Diana confirms the details applicable to your situation during the consultation.
Digital Nomad
Art. 46 · V VisaRetirement
Art. 77 · M VisaInvestor
Art. 79 · M VisaSpouse / Family
Art. 67 · M VisaStudent
Art. 36 · V VisaResolution 5477 of 2022 (Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs). Information given for guidance only — each individual situation must be confirmed by Diana.
Straight answers
No, the initial consultation is paid — the fee depends on the nature of your case and is confirmed before you book. It isn't a sales call: it's real analysis time, with concrete answers about your situation.
Yes. Diana Botero is a lawyer licensed by the Colombian bar, which concretely changes your situation: the documents she prepares carry legal weight, and if your case runs into trouble, she can legally represent you — something a typical administrative agency cannot do.
Diana will explain exactly why, based on the administration's response, and pursue an appeal or a new filing if that's the fastest path. Official government fees, however, are never refundable no matter who files the case — that's the rule for everyone.
Some simple cases genuinely don't need full support. Diana will tell you honestly during the initial consultation — she'd rather point you in the right direction than sell you a service you don't need.
As a general guide, expect around 45 days between the first call and visa approval, plus another two to four weeks for the cédula. The real timeline depends on how quickly your apostilles come back and how busy the administration is at the time of filing.
No — and it's actually better if you're not yet: apostilling your documents is generally easier from your home country. Only the cédula appointment, right at the end of the process, requires you to be physically in Colombia.
Usually not — it's more common than people admit. Be upfront about it during the initial call: Diana will tell you exactly what you're risking and whether the situation can still be fixed.
Book your 45-minute initial consultation
45 minutes with Diana: we review your situation and honestly tell you which visa fits, what it involves, and how long it will take. If we can't help, we'll tell you that too — the fee depends on your case and is confirmed before booking.
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