Diana Monsalve
Diana Monsalve is the Director of Newland Chase’s practice in Colombia. Diana is a Colombian attorney holding a specialized degree in employment law from the Universidad del Rosario in Bogotá, Colombia, as well as a master’s degree in international business law from York University in Toronto, Ontario.
Diana gained immigration experience while working as a Senior Global Immigration Coordinator both at Greenberg Turner (now KPMG law) and EY where she assisted multinational clients with global immigration services for seven years. She then served as the leader of the immigration practice of Brigard Urrutia — a leading law firm in Colombia — for eight years. Diana also lectured on employment and immigration law at the Universidad de Los
Andes in Bogotá, Colombia.
She brings a wealth of knowledge about immigration law in Colombia and the region. In the role of Director, she will help to fuel Newland Chase’s expansion of services in Colombia and
South America.
Recent Articles by Diana Monsalve
Colombia Immigration Update: Temporary Suspension of In-Person Services in 7 Cities
Following the earthquake recorded on August 10, 2026, Migración Colombia announced the temporary suspension of in-person services at seven Migration Service Facilitation Centers (CFSM), as a preventiv…
Degree Validations and Permanent Professional Licenses Increasingly Required for Colombia Visa Applications
Recent months have seen increased scrutiny in visa renewal processes for foreign professionals in Colombia. In particular, authorities are increasingly requesting permanent professional licenses and/o…
COLOMBIA – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has extended the deadline for transfer of residence visa (R).
This article was published more than 12 months ago. Immigration rules and requirements can change frequently, so some information may no longer be current. By virtue of Resolution 9316 (2024), which m…
COLOMBIA – Holders of Permanent Resident (R) Visas Issued Before October 2022 Must Transfer by October 21, 2024
This article was published more than 12 months ago. Immigration rules and requirements can change frequently, so some information may no longer be current. In line with Resolution 5477 of 2022, which …
COLOMBIA – Delays in Issuing Foreigner ID Cards
This article was published more than 12 months ago. Immigration rules and requirements can change frequently, so some information may no longer be current. Since June 2024, Colombia has faced signific…