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Moving to Colombia brings together 609 guides for foreigners, returning Colombians, and remote workers planning a move, with practical context on city choice, budgeting, housing, paperwork, daily life, and common mistakes.
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empleoJuly 22, 2026Unemployment Subsidy in Colombia 2026: Requirements and Guide to Apply at Your Compensation Fund
Complete and updated guide to apply for the unemployment subsidy (FOSFEC) in Colombia during 2026. Learn how much your Compensation Fund pays and the legal requirements.
empleoJuly 22, 2026Service Bonus 2026: How to Calculate It and Payment Dates in Colombia
Complete guide to calculating the service bonus in 2026. Learn the formula with the new minimum wage, payment deadlines, and rules for domestic service.
dianJuly 22, 2026Electronic Invoicing for Freelancers in Colombia: Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Enable the Free DIAN E-invoicer (2026)
Practical guide for freelancers in Colombia on electronic invoicing in 2026. Learn about the thresholds, the Support Document, and how to enable the free DIAN platform.
pensionesJuly 21, 2026How to Download Your Colpensiones Work History and Correct Missing Weeks
Auditing your pension contributions is vital. Discover how to download your official report for free and compel the entity to correct inconsistencies within legal deadlines.
emprendimientoJuly 21, 2026How to Register a Trademark in Colombia with the SIC: Costs, Classes, and Prior Search
Discover how to legally protect your business name in Colombia with the SIC. We explain the updated costs, how to search for prior registrations, and avoid costly mistakes.
marketplaceJuly 21, 2026How to Sell Antiques and Collectibles in Colombia
Discover how to identify the real value of your antiques, art, and coins in Colombia. Learn where to sell safely and which objects are protected by law.
healthcareJuly 21, 2026Genki Insurance for Colombia: Traveler vs Native for Digital Nomads and Expats
Genki keeps appearing in Medellin nomad groups. Here is the evidence-based Colombia verdict on Traveler vs Native, claims, exclusions, visa wording and EPS.
empleoJuly 21, 2026How to Download Background Certificates for Job Searching in Colombia: Official Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to download for free online all the official background certificates that Colombian companies require to hire you.
empleoJuly 21, 2026Minimum Wage 2026 in Colombia: Daily Value, Hourly Rate, and Transportation Allowance
Discover the official minimum wage values in Colombia for 2026, including the impact of the 42-hour workweek and the real costs for employers.
leasing-habitacionalJuly 20, 2026Housing Leasing vs. Mortgage Credit in Colombia: Which to Choose in 2026?
Discover the key differences between housing leasing and traditional mortgage credit for buying a home in 2026, and optimize your down payment and tax payments.
vender-librosJuly 20, 2026How to Sell Used Books in Colombia: Second-hand Bookstores and Direct Sales
If you have a bookshelf full of books you no longer read, you can turn them into money. We explain how to sell them in bookstores or directly online.
expat-guideJuly 20, 2026Why the Dollar Is Falling Against the Colombian Peso—and What It Means for Expats and Retirees
The dollar now buys about 18.8% fewer Colombian pesos than a year ago. Here is what changed—and what it means for pensions, rent, visas, work and daily life.