Official Visa (Visa Oficial)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Determined by the duration of the official mission

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This visa is generally reserved for individuals traveling on official government business who do not hold diplomatic status.

The Official Visa is intended for individuals conducting government business who do not hold diplomatic status. It is processed through diplomatic channels and requires an official Nota Verbal from the sending entity. The duration of stay is tied directly to the length of the official mission.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Official Note (Nota Verbal) from the sending government or international organization

Valid official or diplomatic passport

Completed application form

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official Note (Nota Verbal)

Valid official or diplomatic passport

Completed application form

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates official government business
Often exempt from fees
Includes provisions for dependents

Worth Knowing

Strictly limited to official mission duties
Requires diplomatic coordination
Lack of official government mission
Missing Nota Verbal

Application Process

Coordinate through diplomatic channels

Submit Nota Verbal to MINEX

Process visa through official mission

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