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Colombia

Student Visa

Colombia — especially Medellín — has transformed from its troubled past into a thriving tech and innovation hub. A growing destination for digital nomads and Spanish language students, with very low living costs and world-famous coffee culture.

Student Visa

Visa Type

Student Visa (Visa V - Estudiante)

Requirements
  • Acceptance letter
  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Financial proof (3x minimum wage)
  • Health insurance
  • Application fee USD$52+
Duration

Duration of study (renewed annually)

Cost

Application fee USD$52+

Cost Overview

Annual Tuition

COL$3,000,000 – COL$20,000,000

Monthly Living Cost (incl. rent)

COL$800,000 COL$2,500,000/月

※ 生活費は参考値です。居住エリア・生活スタイルにより大きく異なります。

Popular Cities

  • Medellín
  • Bogotá
  • Cartagena
  • Cali

Popular Universities

  • Universidad de Los Andes
  • National University of Colombia
  • University of Antioquia
  • Spanish language schools (throughout Colombia)
  • Nueva Lengua Language School

Study Tips

  • 1.Medellín was once named the World's Most Innovative City
  • 2.Living costs are very low even for South America
  • 3.Colombian Spanish has clear pronunciation — great for learners
  • 4.Unique cultural experiences include coffee farm visits

Info for Japanese Students

The Japanese community in Colombia is small but growing — particularly in Medellín and Bogotá. The Japanese Embassy in Colombia provides consular support.

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