Colombia student visa (M) from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (cancilleria.gov.co source)
Which visa do you need to study in Colombia (long stay) from Algeria?
For formal study, you need a Migrant (M) student visa issued by the Cancillería — not the visitor e-Visa — after admission to a Colombian institution. On arrival, a Cédula de Extranjería (with Migración Colombia) is required. Note: a OuiVisa partner agency assists the visa + enrolment; the Cédula is referred to a licensed adviser.
Official source: cancilleria.gov.co
At a glance
- Who for
- Formal study
- Document
- Migrant (M) student visa
- Route
- Cancillería / consulate (Track A)
- Prerequisite
- Admission to a Colombian institution
- On arrival
- Cédula de Extranjería (referred to adviser)
- Funds
- to prove
- Decision
- Colombian authorities
- Passport
- valid ≥ 6 months
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Admission letter from the Colombian institution
- Proof of funds
- Medical insurance
- Standard photos
- Proof of tuition payment
How to apply, step by step
- 1Get your admission
From a recognised Colombian institution.
- 2Build the M-visa file
Admission, funds, insurance.
- 3Submit the M visa (Cancillería / consulate)
A OuiVisa partner agency prepares the file.
- 4Enter Colombia on the M visa
Within its validity.
- 5On arrival: Cédula de Extranjería
With Migración Colombia — referred to a licensed adviser.
Fees
| Migrant (M) student visa | per schedule — to confirm |
| Cédula de Extranjería (on arrival) | referred to a licensed adviser |
| Funds required | to prove |
Long studies in Colombia go through a Migrant (M) student visa via the Cancillería (not the visitor e-Visa), after admission to an institution, then a Cédula de Extranjería on arrival with Migración Colombia — referred to a licensed adviser. Fees to confirm on cancilleria.gov.co.
Frequently asked questions
What is the first step?
Getting admission from a Colombian institution before applying for the M visa.
Does OuiVisa handle the Cédula?
No. OuiVisa (partner agency) assists enrolment + the visa; the Cédula de Extranjería is referred to a licensed adviser.
Is Algeria eligible for the Colombian e-Visa?
Yes: Algerian nationals can apply for the visitor (V) e-Visa 100% online at cancilleria.gov.co (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). OuiVisa can handle this.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Colombian authorities' discretion; OuiVisa (or a partner agency) prepares and submits the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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