Colombian citizenship is available to people born of at least one Colombian parent, and foreigners who meet the legal residency requirements.

Processing times vary; most applications take 3-4 months for those with at least one Colombian parent, and 2-3 years for foreigners who have accumulated the time required with a residency visa. The timeline also depends on the completeness of your documentation, and the government’s current workload. We guide you through each step so nothing gets delayed unnecessarily.

Once your application is approved and you complete the required steps, you will receive your Registro Civil. We will then assist you in getting your Cédula de Ciudadanía and your Colombian passport — giving you full legal recognition and the rights of a Colombian citizen.