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Independent Photojournalism Visa

I am going to Colombia next summer to try to improve and grow my portfolio for photojournalism, of which I already have some shots of Colombia. I'll be staying for over 90 days anyways, and thus will need a visa. Also, the visa is the best way to get access to places I normally wouldn't and gives me legitimacy rather than a passport and a camera. Should I get a temporary visa or a work? I won't be working for anyone nor is the only goal work. If I do get paid at any point, it is will pretty lucky. I'm thinking of a temporary visa? Does anyone have any advice? Am I wrong? Will this visa be difficult to get? I'm just looking for a little guidance before I start the whole process, so any info is welcome.

By KyleHanky on Dec 10, 2007, 15:11 in Visa & paperwork.

bufalo says on Dec 10, 2007, 15:38:

I guess you would be more "legit" with a photojournalism visa, if there is one. Would you be here 90 continuous days? you can always cross the boarder for a day and then come back (I think, that's what we used to do when we lived in Uruguay). I've never had a problem with access to tell the truth, but haven't done exactly what you're doing. In small places, most see my camera and gringo face and say "Adelante!" Bigger places ask for ID.

"If you don't like it - lump it, take it down the road and dump it." - Archie Bunker played by Carroll O'Connor

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Gator says on Dec 10, 2007, 16:25:

Make application for a TEMPORAL VISA. There are different types and a AJournalist that needs to work as a corespondent for a period of time might fit your situation or as a foreigner working in Colombia under Academic Agreement between countries. This one is good for 180 days.

You best bet will be to visit a Colombian Consulate having jurisdiction where you live..

"Credidi pretio parvo emere et magno vendere tibi in animo fuisse!" .

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KyleHanky says on Dec 11, 2007, 15:34:

It looks like the trip would be a little under 90 days; and to tell the truth I haven't had issues with access with just my passport, but I have not focused on the authoritative part of the story, just on the ground work. Authorities never gave me a problem, but that is a piece I will need if I want to truly cover the whole story and have a good portfolio. I am sure they would like some official documention as well.

Gator, what is this academic agreement thing you speak of? It may be a good thing to look into and may best fit my situation. Where can I look into that?

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Gator says on Dec 12, 2007, 07:00:

Google studying in Colombia

"Credidi pretio parvo emere et magno vendere tibi in animo fuisse!" .

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webmanco says on Jun 6, 2008, 09:09:

How did it go?

...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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