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ES Can I apply to change my name and gender on the Temporary Protection Permit (TPP) if they do not match my gender identity?
Yes, Venezuelan nationals, in accordance with Resolution 971 of 2021 of Migration Colombia, may request a change of name and gender in the PPT by means of a sworn statement before a notary, executed in a public deed, in which they state their intention to modify these data in accordance with their gender identity. With the [...]
Can I join the health system as a migrant or refugee claimant?
Yes, all migrants and asylum seekers have the right to access health services without discrimination, in accordance with the Political Constitution and the Statutory Law on Health (Law 1751 of 2015). Persons with regular migratory status can be affiliated to the General System of Social Security in Health. Persons in a migratory situation [...].
Can I work while my refugee claim is being considered?
Yes, Decree 0089 of 2025, issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, authorises asylum seekers to work legally in Colombia, once they have the SC-2 laissez-passer issued by Migration Colombia. This measure guarantees the right to work, to a minimum standard of living and to social and economic integration.
Is persecution on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression grounds for refuge?
Yes. Persecution based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression is a recognised ground for requesting refuge, as it falls within the framework of belonging to a particular social group, in accordance with the 1951 Convention, the 1984 Cartagena Declaration, UNHCR standards and Colombian constitutional jurisprudence. Colombia recognises that discrimination, [....]
Who can apply for refugee status in Colombia?
Refugee status may be claimed by any foreign national who, owing to a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group or political opinion, is outside his or her country of origin and is unable or unwilling to avail himself or herself of the protection of that State in accordance with the [...].
What can I do against the Foreign Ministry's decision? Can I file a tutela?
The jurisprudential rule is that tutela is a mechanism that should be used when irremediable harm is being caused. Otherwise, to challenge decisions of this type, it is necessary to go to the jurisdiction of the contentious-administrative courts. For more information on the process, requirements and visa application, please consult the website of the [...]
Could the Colombian Foreign Ministry deny my application, even though I have all the documents?
The Chancellery could indeed deny a visa even if all the required documents are provided, since the regulations grant it a discretionary power in these procedures, in accordance with Resolution 5477 of 2022 issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. However, it is essential to specify that such discretion is not absolute and [...].
What happens if the relationship ends while the visa is valid?
If the relationship that gave rise to the visa application ends, the person must inform Migration Colombia. This does not automatically imply the loss of the migratory status, as it is possible to request a change of visa type or regularise the situation by another means, guaranteeing due process and respect for the rights of migrants.
How much does it cost to apply for an M Visa?
The cost of the procedure is regulated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. To know the updated value, consult the official information published on the website of the entity: https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/tramites_servicios/visa
And what are the specific documents for the Colombian visa application?
Resolution 5477 of 2022 of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its Article 68, establishes the following specific requirements in relation to the M visa: Document that accredits the de facto marital union: public deed, court order, conciliation act or certificate of validity issued within the last three months, whose formalisation is more than three years [...].
