Migrant Visa (M) – Pensioner (Visa M – Pensionado)
Migrant Visa (M) – Pensioner is a residence route in Colombia (Retirement). Lifetime state or private pension ≥3 SMMLV/month (COP 5.25m ≈ US$1,365/mo, 2026); medical certificate; health insurance. Lapses if absent >180 consecutive days. R after 5 yrs. Visa fees ~US$300/person.
Retirement visas and pensioner residence →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 12'600. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Resident >183 days/365: worldwide income (to 39%), foreign dividends taxed, wealth tax if net worth ≥72,000 UVT (~COP 3.8bn), CFC (ECE) rules
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Retirement |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 730 |
| Income / yr | CHF 12'600 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | no |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Resident >183 days/365: worldwide income (to 39%), foreign dividends taxed, wealth tax if net worth ≥72,000 UVT (~COP 3.8bn), CFC (ECE) rules |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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