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pereiraSeptember 4, 2026Where to Buy Groceries in Pereira: Supermarket and Plaza de Mercado Guide for Expats
A practical expat guide to grocery shopping in Pereira, covering hard discounters like D1 and Ara, full-service supermarkets like Éxito, local regional chains, and traditional plaza produce.
Expat guideAugust 31, 2026New cost of living calculator by city on Colombia Move
Compare a monthly basket in nine Colombian cities and open yourself up to apartments, the housing market, and jobs with the same click.
Colombia moveAugust 29, 2026Events on Colombia Move: publish plans in your city
We are launching Events: a calendar to publish and find local plans in Colombia, without losing the announcement in a chat.
insuranceAugust 18, 2026How to Use Genki Insurance at a Clinic in Colombia and File a Claim
Navigating clinics and insurance reimbursements in Colombia can be straightforward if you know what paperwork to request. Here is your step-by-step operational guide to using Genki insurance and getting claims approved quickly.
Buying carAugust 17, 2026Buying a Used Car in Colombia: Paperwork, RUNT Checks, and Inspection
Buying a secondhand car in Colombia gives you complete independence to explore the country. This step-by-step guide covers RUNT biometric registration, pre-purchase mechanical inspections (peritaje), lien checks, and the official title transfer process.
insuranceAugust 11, 2026Genki Traveler vs Native for Expats in Colombia: The One-Year Decision
Crossing the 12-month mark in Colombia creates a critical healthcare decision point. Here is how Genki Traveler's policy reset boundary works and when to switch to Genki Native, EPS, or Medicina Prepagada.
rentingAugust 9, 2026Colombia Rental Applications: How Foreigners and Remote Workers Prove Income
Securing a long-term lease in Colombia as a foreigner or remote worker can feel overwhelming. Here is how to prove foreign income, navigate local insurance screening, and protect your tenant rights.
medellinAugust 8, 2026Laureles Medellín Expat Housing & Rental Guide: Finding Monthly Apartments & Rooms
Looking for monthly rentals or rooms in Laureles, Medellín? This guide breaks down 2026 neighborhood rent standards, sub-zone options, direct-owner leases, and contract rules.
foodAugust 8, 2026Colombian Street Food Guide: Empanadas, Arepas, Food Carts & Night Market Etiquette
Navigating Colombia's street food cart scene requires knowing what to order, what things cost, and how to spot safe, high-turnover stalls. Here is your practical guide to empanadas, regional arepas, sauce etiquette, and night cart dining.
drivingAugust 7, 2026How Foreigners Can Get a Colombian Driver's License: RUNT, CRC Exams & Foreign License Conversion
Driving legally in Colombia requires knowing when your foreign license expires and how to navigate RUNT biometrics, CRC medical exams, and local driving schools.
insuranceJuly 28, 2026Genki vs SafetyWing for Colombia: Which Insurance Is Better for Digital Nomads?
A head-to-head comparison of Genki and SafetyWing for remote workers in Colombia, including why basic plans often fail the digital nomad visa test.
insuranceJuly 25, 2026Renters Contents Insurance in Colombia: Is It Worth It?
Discover how to protect your personal belongings and liability as a tenant in Colombia, and why it's completely different from a landlord's rental guarantee.