Beneficiary visas / Spouse of Colombian (Visa de Beneficiario / Visa M – Cónyuge o Compañero(a) Permanente)
Beneficiary visas / Spouse of Colombian is a residence route in Colombia (Familj). Spouse/partner and dependent children receive beneficiary visas tied to the main holder (same validity). Spouses of Colombians get M visa; R after 3 yrs (5 for de-facto partners).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 3 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 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.
| Kategori | Familj |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Avgifter (familj) | — |
| Inkomst / år | — |
| Tillgångar | — |
| Min. vistelse | — |
| PUT | 3 |
| Medborgarskap | 5 |
| Arbete | yes |
| Behörig | Family of visa holders or Colombians |
| Skatt | 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 |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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