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Practical guides for planning the move, settling in, avoiding beginner mistakes, and understanding daily life in Colombia.
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Moving to Colombia guides for real Colombia decisions
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 12, 2026Buying a Car or Motorcycle in Colombia as a Foreigner
Everything foreigners need to know about buying a car or motorcycle in Colombia — from where to search listings to navigating the traspaso title transfer process.
colombiaApril 12, 2026Post Rental for Free in Colombia: Guide for Property Owners
If you have a property to rent in Colombia, this guide explains where to post for free, how to write an effective listing and how to set the right price according to strata and location.
expat-lifeApril 12, 2026How to Watch US Netflix, Sports & Streaming in Colombia
Getting US streaming to work in Colombia takes a few tricks — but once set up, it's seamless. Here's exactly how to do it.
colombiaApril 11, 2026Offer Your Professional Services in Colombia: Guide for Freelancers
Are you a freelancer in Colombia and want more clients? This guide covers how to publish your services online, what to charge, and how to build your reputation from scratch.
expat-lifeApril 11, 2026Finding Home Services in Colombia: Plumbers, Electricians & Repairs
Finding a reliable plumber or electrician in Colombia takes some know-how. Here's exactly where to look, what to pay, and how to avoid getting ripped off.
Colombia MoveApril 11, 2026Search by Neighborhood: Interactive Map, Local Pages & Seller Stores on Colombia Move
We launched neighborhood pages across Medellin, Bogota, Cartagena and 6 more cities, an interactive map with markers by type, and seller storefronts. All free.
Colombia MoveApril 11, 2026Search by Neighborhood: Neighborhood Pages, Interactive Map and Stores on Colombia Move
We launched neighborhood pages in Medellin, Bogota, Cartagena and 6 more cities, an interactive map with markers by type and seller stores. All free.
expat-lifeApril 11, 2026Living in Colombia Long-Term: How Life Changes After Year One
The honeymoon phase ends around month four. Here's an honest look at what changes — friendships, Spanish fluency, bureaucracy, and finances — after year one in Colombia.
expat-lifeApril 11, 2026Adopting a Pet in Colombia: Rescue Dogs, Cats & What to Know
Adopting a rescue dog or cat in Colombia is easier and cheaper than you think. Here's how to find an animal, navigate the process, and set yourself up for success.
Colombia MoveApril 10, 2026Introducing Seller Stores on Colombia Move: Your Personal Storefront
We launch Seller Stores: your public page with all your listings, reviews and reputation in a single link. That's how easy it is to sell in Colombia.
medellinApril 10, 2026Best Cafés in Medellín for Remote Work: The Ones Worth Your Time
Need a café with WiFi in Medellín where you can actually work? Start with these remote-work-friendly spots for internet, outlets, noise level and neighborhood convenience.
expat-lifeApril 10, 2026Selling Your Stuff Before Leaving Colombia (and What to Buy When You Arrive)
A practical guide to the stuff lifecycle when moving internationally: what to buy when you arrive, what to bring from home, and how to sell everything before you leave Colombia.