Colombia•South AmericaBeneficiary/Dependent Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
10-15 days
Application Fee
195 USD
Stay Duration
Same as principal visa
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for family members (spouse, children, parents) who are economically dependent on visa holders. Dependents cannot work but can study. Duration matches principal visa holder.
The Beneficiary Visa allows family members to accompany principal visa holders to Colombia. Beneficiaries have limited rights (no work but can study) and their visa is dependent on the principal's visa status.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Relationship document
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or adoption papers
Principal visa copy
Copy of principal holder's visa
Financial dependency proof
Evidence of economic dependence on principal
Passport photo
Recent color photo 3x4 cm
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Advantages
- Family reunification support
- Can study in Colombia
- Ties to principal's benefits
- Family members included
Considerations
- No work authorization
- Dependent on principal visa
- Limited to 25 years old (generally)
- Economic dependency required
Application Process
Obtain principal visa
Principal holder must have valid M or R visa or eligible V visa
Prepare family documentation
Gather relationship and dependency proof documents
Submit beneficiary application
Apply as dependent of principal visa holder
Pay visa fee
Pay same fee as principal visa holder
Obtain beneficiary visa
Receive dependent visa approval
Application Forms
Beneficiary Visa Application
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