Colombia · Stay Extension

Stay Extension in Colombia

Up to 90 more days, without leaving the country.

If you entered Colombia as a tourist, your entry permit usually gives you up to 90 days. When that is not enough, the stay extension lets you remain for up to 90 more days without leaving the country.

The key point is the dates: the extension is requested while your permit is still valid, not afterwards. Your initial permit plus the extension cannot exceed 180 days within the same calendar year, and staying beyond what was authorized carries a fine.

What your stay extension includes

Review of your current permit and the days you have left
Filing of the application with Migración Colombia
Preparation of the documents the process requires
Follow-up until the decision, and an explanation of what arrives

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about the stay extension

How many more days does the extension give me?

Up to 90 additional days, as long as the total with your initial permit does not exceed 180 days within the same calendar year.

When should I apply?

Before your current permit expires. The application is filed while the permit is still valid; if it has already expired, the situation is different and should be reviewed as soon as possible.

Do I have to leave the country to apply?

No. The extension is requested from within Colombia through Migración Colombia, with no need to leave and re-enter.

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