Plan de asistencia médica para visa Colombia: es el requisito de seguro obligatorio bajo la Resolución 5477 de 2022. Debe cubrir 7 áreas: accidentes, enfermedad, invalidez, hospitalización, maternidad, repatriación y muerte. Aplica a TODAS las visas V y M. CoVisas Colombia — 20+ años de experiencia, sin límite de edad, planes hasta 3 años, certificado digital inmediato. Obtener plan →
The Medical Assistance Plan: Colombia's Mandatory Visa Requirement
When Resolution 5477 came into force on July 22, 2022, it transformed Colombia's visa landscape. Before 5477, the medical coverage requirement was narrower and less strictly enforced. Since 5477, every long-stay visa applicant must present a private medical assistance plan that specifically covers all 7 defined areas — and Cancillería verifies this before approving the visa.
This guide explains exactly what the plan must cover, how it differs from ordinary travel insurance, and what to look for when selecting a provider.
The 7 Mandatory Coverage Areas
Every compliant plan must cover, explicitly and by name: Accidents, Illness, Disability, Hospitalization, Maternity, Repatriation and Death. If the certificate does not list all 7 of these terms, it is non-compliant — regardless of the premium paid or the provider's reputation outside Colombia.
Medical Assistance Plan vs. Travel Insurance: Critical Differences
| Characteristic | Travel Insurance | Medical Assistance Plan (Res. 5477) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Short-term tourism protection | Long-term visa compliance |
| Disability coverage | Often excluded | Mandatory |
| Maternity coverage | Often excluded | Mandatory |
| Repatriation | Sometimes included | Mandatory |
| Maximum duration | Typically 90–180 days | Up to 36 months continuous |
| Accepted by Cancillería | Often NOT accepted | Yes — if all 7 areas covered |
| Issuing company | Any insurer | Must have Colombian legal presence (NIT) |
Why Multi-Year Coverage Is the Right Choice
For a 2 or 3-year visa, a plan that covers the entire duration with a single certificate offers clear advantages: zero administrative gaps (no renewal dates to track), simplified visa renewal documentation, and a single document that clearly satisfies the Cancillería requirement for the full visa period. CoVisas pioneered this format in Colombia — we were the first company authorized to issue continuous coverage up to 36 months.
How CoVisas Can Help You
CoVisas issues Resolution 5477-compliant medical assistance plans covering all 7 areas, valid for 1, 2 or 3-year periods matching your visa duration. Plans are issued with a Colombian NIT, reference Resolution 5477 explicitly, and include all 7 mandatory coverages. Contact us via WhatsApp for a quote tailored to your visa application timeline.
Sources: Resolution 5477 of July 22, 2022 — Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia. Informational only.
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