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Moving to Colombia brings together 339 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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expat-guideApril 14, 2026Hiring a Domestic Worker in Colombia: What the Law Actually Requires
What Colombia actually requires when you hire a domestic worker — social security, ARL, prestaciones, dotación, and how to end it cleanly.
Colombia MoveApril 14, 2026This is how we redesigned Colombia Move: more clarity to search, publish and find
We redesigned Colombia Move. Now each listing clearly answers two questions (what it is and which side you're on), housing has its own selector of 4 intentions, and pink color alerts you when someone is searching
expat-guideApril 14, 2026Freelancer Taxes in Colombia: RUT, Facturación Electrónica & What You Owe
Everything you need to know about operating legally as an independent worker in Colombia: RUT registration, facturación electrónica, retenciones, IVA, and monthly health and pension contributions.
expat-guideApril 14, 2026Colombian Labor Law for Expats: Contracts, Severance & Employee Rights
Colombian labor law is more pro-worker than most foreigners expect. Here's what you need to know about contracts, mandatory benefits, liquidación, and your rights as an employee.
expat-guideApril 14, 2026Internet & Cell Phone Plans in Colombia: Complete Carrier Comparison
Choosing a SIM, eSIM or home internet plan in Colombia? Compare Claro, Tigo, Movistar and WOM by coverage, price, fiber availability and remote-work reliability.
colombia-move-updatesApril 13, 2026Public Q&A on Every Listing: Ask Before You Commit
Every listing now has a public Q&A section. Buyers ask, sellers answer, everything stays visible and bilingual. Here's why that matters.
expat-guideApril 13, 2026Traveling to Colombia with Pets: Complete Import & Export Guide
Bringing your dog or cat to Colombia doesn't require quarantine — but the ICA paperwork, vaccine list, and 10-day health certificate window catch a lot of expats off guard. Here's exactly what you need.
Colombia MoveApril 13, 2026Introducing Sign in with Google on Colombia Move
You can now sign in to Colombia Move with your Google account in two clicks. Email magic link still works. Both methods, same account.
bogotáApril 13, 2026Where to Buy Groceries in Bogotá: Supermarkets, Markets & Tips
From D1 to Paloquemao, here's where to buy groceries in Bogotá — by neighbourhood, budget, and what you actually need day-to-day.
medellinApril 13, 2026Where to Buy Groceries in Medellín: Best Supermarkets by Neighborhood
Looking for a grocery store in Medellín? Compare D1, Éxito, Carulla, Euro, Pricesmart and local markets by neighborhood, budget and weekly shopping style.
healthApril 13, 2026Altitude Sickness in Colombia: Bogotá, Medellín & High-Elevation Tips
Bogotá sits at 2,640m — high enough to give many visitors a rough first day. Here's how to acclimatize fast, what remedies actually work, and which cities you don't need to worry about at all.
expat-lifeApril 12, 2026How to Hire a Maid or Cleaning Service in Colombia
Hiring a cleaner or empleada doméstica in Colombia is affordable and common — but fair pay, legal obligations, and where to find help aren't always obvious. Here's what you actually need to know.