Colombia entry requirements for Haiti citizens 2024

Haitian citizens have two potential options for visiting Colombia, depending on their stay duration and purpose:

1. Visa-free entry (up to 90 days)

• Eligibility: If your visit is purely for tourism or business meetings and will not exceed 90 days within a 180-day period, you can enjoy visa-free entry to Colombia.
• Requirements: Simply complete the online Check-MIG form up to 72 hours before arrival and departure.

2. eVisa or Traditional Visa (Longer stays or specific purposes)

• Eligibility: If your visit will exceed 90 days within 180 days or involve activities beyond tourism or business meetings, you’ll need either an eVisa or a traditional visa.
• eVisa:
  • Purpose: Suitable for tourism stays up to 90 days within 180 days.
  • Application: Online through Visas for Future.
  • Documents: Passport, photos, financial solvency proof, flight reservation, onward travel proof, medical insurance, and proof of accommodation (optional).
  • Fee: $198.80.

If you need a quick and hassle-free visa and Check-MIG application for traveling to Colombia, let Visas for Future assist you. Our team of experts will thoroughly review your application to ensure that it meets all the standards set by the Colombian authorities.

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What We’re Offering

If you are a Haitian who wants to travel to Colombia and stay for more than 90 days, you need a Colombia eVisa. We offer Colombia Visitor (type V) eVisa for various purposes, such as Airport Transit, Tourism, Business, Student, and Medical.¹ We can help you with the application process, which takes up to two business days for us to review and submit your form. However, the Colombian government may take a while to approve your visa.

• Visa validity, duration, number of entries, and requirements depend on the traveler’s purpose.
• $198.80 fee.

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What are the Colombian visas available for Haitian citizens, and what are their prices?

Tourism Visas

• V-15 Visitor Visa: Valid for up to 180 days, allows tourism, business meetings, and family visits. Cost: USD 35.
• V-46 eVisa (Tourism): Valid for up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism only. Online application through Visas for Future. Cost: USD 284.30.

Other Visas

• V-20 Student Visa: Valid for the duration of studies for enrollment in academic programs. Cost: USD 50.
• V-41 Work Visa: Permits employment with a specific Colombian employer. Cost: USD 120.
• V-42 Business Visa: Enables business activities in Colombia. Cost: USD 120.
• Other category visas (religious, artistic, sports, etc.): Cost: USD 120.

Colombia visa requirements and documentation needed for Haiti citizens

Tourism visa

1. V-15 Visitor Visa
   • Valid Haitian passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended stay in Colombia.
   • Completed V-15 visa application form.
   • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
   • Proof of financial solvency: Bank statements, financial guarantee letters, or other documents demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your stay and expenses in Colombia.
   • Proof of onward travel: Flight reservation or ticket confirming departure from Colombia after your visit.
   • Proof of medical insurance: Covering illness and accidents throughout your stay.
   • Letter of explanation (optional): Briefly state the purpose of your visit and planned activities.
   • Self-addressed, stamped return envelope (optional): If not submitted online.
2. V-46 eVisa (Tourism)
   • Two recent passport-sized photographs: White background, no glasses, head and shoulders centered.
   • Your valid Haitian passport: Ensure it has at least six months remaining validity beyond your intended stay in Colombia.
   • Proof of financial solvency: Bank statements, financial guarantee letters, or other documents demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your stay and expenses in Colombia.
   • Proof of medical insurance: Covering illness and accidents throughout your stay.
   • Proof of their residency status in the country. 
   • Letter describing the purpose of the trip
   • Ticket reservation for entering and leaving the country.

Other Visas

1. V-20 Student Visa
   • Valid Haitian passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended stay in Colombia.
   • Completed V-20 visa application form.
   • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
   • Letter of acceptance from a recognized Colombian academic institution: Specifying program details, duration, and enrollment confirmation.
   • Academic transcripts: Translated into Spanish if originally in another language.
   • Proof of financial solvency: Demonstrating sufficient funds for living and educational expenses in Colombia.
   • Proof of medical insurance: Covering illness and accidents throughout your stay.
   • Police clearance certificate: Issued by Haitian authorities within the past three months.
   • Self-addressed, stamped return envelope (optional): If not submitted online.
2. V-41 Work Visa
   • Valid Haitian passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended stay in Colombia.
   • Completed V-41 visa application form.
   • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
   • Employment contract with a specific Colombian employer.
   • Proof of professional qualifications and experience.
   • Proof of financial solvency: Demonstrating sufficient funds for living expenses in Colombia.
   • Proof of medical insurance: Covering illness and accidents throughout your stay.
   • Police clearance certificate: Issued by Haitian authorities within the past three months.
   • Self-addressed, stamped return envelope (optional): If not submitted online.
3. V-42 Business Visa
   • Valid Haitian passport with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended stay in Colombia.
   • Completed V-42 visa application form.
   • Two recent passport-sized photographs.
   • Letter of invitation from a Colombian company or organization: Specifying the purpose of your visit, dates, and activities.
   • Proof of financial solvency: Demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your stay and business expenses in Colombia.
   • Proof of onward travel: Flight reservation or ticket confirming departure from Colombia after your business visit.
   • Proof of medical insurance: Covering illness and accidents throughout your stay.
   • Police clearance certificate: Issued by Haitian authorities within the past three months.
   • Self-addressed, stamped return envelope (optional): If not submitted online.

Applying for a Colombia visa

Tourism Visas

V-15 Visitor Visa: Valid for up to 180 days, allows tourism, business meetings, and family visits.

How to apply:

Step 1. Submit Your Application

• Submit in person at the embassy or consulate in Haiti.

Step 2. Pay the Visa Fee

• Varies depending on processing time and application method. Check the embassy website for updated fees.
• Common payment methods: Credit card, debit card, bank transfer.

Step 3. Attend Interview (if requested)

• Be prepared to answer questions about your travel plans and documents.
• Dress professionally and politely.

Step 4. Visa Processing and Decision

• Processing time can range from a few days to several weeks.
• Check the embassy website or contact them for updates on your application status.
• A successful application will result in visa issuance, usually pasted directly into your passport.

Step 5. Prepare for Travel

• Book your flight and travel insurance (if needed) upon visa approval.
• Complete the Check-MIG online form before arrival through Visas for Future.
• Ensure you have sufficient funds for your stay and proof of onward travel.

V-46 eVisa (Tourism): Valid for up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism only. Online application through Visas for Future.

Step 1: Visit Visas for Future.

Step 2: Click on “Get Colombia eVisa Now.”

Step 3: Complete the order form by providing your name, email, phone number, and nationality.

Step 4: Pay the eVisa fee using a debit or credit card.

Step 5: Answer the intake form correctly.

Step 6: Review and submit your application.

Other Visas

V-20 Student Visa: Valid for the duration of studies for enrollment in academic programs.

Step 1: Application Submission

• Apply online through the Colombian embassy/consulate’s website or directly at the embassy/consulate in person.
• Online platforms require uploading scanned copies of all documents.
• Ensure all documents are complete, accurate, and translated into Spanish (if necessary).

Step 2: Visa Fee Payment

• Fees vary based on processing time and nationality.
• Payment methods may include online portal payments, bank transfers, or cash at the embassy/consulate.

Step 3: Interview (Potential)

• The embassy/consulate might invite you for an interview to assess your application further.
• Be prepared to discuss your study plans, financial resources, and intended stay in Colombia.

Step 4: Processing and Visa Grant

• Processing time can range from a few days to several weeks.
• You will be notified by email or phone about the visa decision.
• If approved, you’ll receive your passport with the V-20 visa stamped.

V-41 Work Visa: Permits employment with a specific Colombian employer.

Step 1: Submit Application

• You can submit your application online through the Colombian embassy/consulate website in Haiti or in person.
• Ensure all documents are complete, accurate, and translated into Spanish (if necessary).
• Pay the visa fee, which varies depending on processing time and nationality.

Step 2: Interview (Possible)

• The embassy/consulate may invite you for an interview to discuss your work skills, qualifications, and purpose of employment in Colombia.

Step 3: Processing Time and Visa Grant

• Processing times can range from several weeks to months.
• You will be notified by email or phone regarding the visa decision.
• If approved, you will receive your passport with the V-41 visa stamped.

V-42 Business Visa: Enables business activities in Colombia.

Step 1: Submit Application:

• You can submit your application online through the Colombian embassy/consulate website in your home country or directly at the embassy/consulate in person.
• Online platforms require uploading scanned copies of all documents.
• Ensure all documents are complete, accurate, and translated into Spanish (if necessary).

Step 2: Pay Visa Fee:

• Visa fees vary depending on processing time and nationality. Contact the embassy/consulate for the specific V-42 visa fee.
• Payment methods may include online portal payments, bank transfers, or cash at the embassy/consulate.

Step 3: Interview (Optional):

• The embassy/consulate may invite you for an interview to assess your visa application and business purposes further.
• Be prepared to discuss your business activities, contacts in Colombia, and financial resources.

Step 4: Processing Time and Visa Grant:

• Processing time can range from a few days to several weeks.
• You will be notified by email or phone about the visa decision.
• If approved, you will receive your passport with the V-42 visa stamped.

Colombia Visa Processing Time

Tourism Visas

• V-15 Visitor Visa: 5-30 days on average.
• V-46 eVisa (Tourism): Two Business days through Visas for Future.

Other Visas

• V-20 Student Visa: Variable depending on program and documentation, could take several weeks to months.
• V-41 Work Visa: Usually a few weeks to months.
• V-42 Business Visa: Variable depending on complexity, could take weeks or months.
• Other category visas: Processing times can vary considerably based on the specific type of visa.

Colombia visa policy

General Rules

• Visitors from most countries can enter Colombia visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
• Those requiring visas can choose from various categories based on their purpose of visit, including tourism, business, study, work, residency, and more.
• Each visa type has specific requirements regarding validity, duration, application process, and fees.

Visa-Free Entry

Citizens of over 90 countries, including most European and North American nations, enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days.

Types of Visas

• Visitor Visas
  • V-15 Tourist Visa: For tourism, business meetings, and family visits, valid for up to 180 days
  • V-46 eVisa (Tourism): Online application through Visas for Future, valid for up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism only.
• Other Visas
  • V-20 Student Visa: For enrollment in academic programs, valid for the duration of studies.
  • V-41 Work Visa: Permits employment with a specific Colombian employer.
  • V-42 Business Visa: Enables business activities in Colombia.
  • Other categories: Religious, artistic, sports visas, etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Cancillería. (2023, December 5). Classes or categories of visas in Colombia .www.cancilleria.gov.co. https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/en/tt_ss/1-classes-or-categories-visas-colombia [↩]

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