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Useful information for Colombians, foreigners, and local businesses — connected to the Colombia Move marketplace, community, and tools.
Latest post · April 25, 2026Resident Visa Colombia: Paths, Timelines and Common Mistakes
Colombia's permanent residency is achievable — but the rules around absences, qualifying visa categories, and document timing trip people up more than the requirements themselves.
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Cost of LivingApril 25, 2026Cost of Living in Colombia for a Single Person: Three Real Budgets
How much does it actually cost to live in Colombia as a single person? Here are three honest monthly budgets — frugal, comfortable, and high-comfort — with real 2026 prices.
medellinApril 25, 2026Where to Live in Medellín: Neighborhoods by Budget and Lifestyle
Most neighborhood guides tell you the same things. This one is organized by budget tier and lifestyle type so you can actually make a decision.
medellinApril 25, 2026Affordable Neighborhoods to Live in Medellín: Where to Live Cheap Without Sacrificing Quality
The most affordable neighborhoods in Medellín that are still worth it: La América, Belén, Buenos Aires, Robledo, Envigado, and Bello — with real prices and honest warnings.
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workApril 25, 2026Freelancer or Employee in Colombia? How to Choose the Right Setup
How you structure your work in Colombia matters more than most expats realize — here's the practical breakdown between formal employment, service contracts, and remote work.
VisasApril 24, 2026I Got Colombia's Marriage Visa Without an FBI Background Check
I was approved for Colombia's Visa M Cónyuge without submitting an FBI background check. Here is what the official checklist actually said and what worked for us.
platform-updatesApril 24, 2026Why we added WhatsApp registration to Colombia Move
Now you can log into Colombia Move with WhatsApp. We tell you why we did it, how to use it and how it helps sellers and buyers.
expat-guideApril 24, 2026How to Move to Colombia From the US: A Practical Step-by-Step Checklist
Moving to Colombia from the US is more straightforward than most people think — but the order in which you do things matters. Here's the practical sequence.
retornadoApril 24, 2026Renting Upon Arrival in Colombia as a Returnee: Without a Guarantor or Credit History
Did you return to Colombia and don't have a guarantor or local credit history? These are the real options: rental policies with foreign income, cash deposit, and how to search without real estate agencies.
digital-nomadApril 24, 2026Colombia Digital Nomad Visa: How to Apply and What to Expect
Colombia's digital nomad visa lets remote workers live legally in the country for up to two years. Here's exactly how to qualify, apply, and what to do after approval.
retornadoApril 24, 2026How to Bring Your Car to Colombia as a Returnee: 2026 Guide
Practical guide for returnees who want to bring their car to Colombia: documents, DIAN process, RUNT homologation and real costs.
retornadoApril 23, 2026Colombian Returnee's Guide: What to Do in Your First 30 Days Back
You've returned to Colombia after years abroad. This is the guide no one gives you: what to process first, how to rent without a guarantor, where to look for work, and what to expect from the real cost of living.