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Moving to Colombia brings together 921 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-guideMay 4, 2026How to Schedule Your Cedula de Extranjeria Appointment in Colombia
A practical guide for foreigners who need a Colombian cedula de extranjeria appointment: where to request it, when slots open, and what to prepare before 5 p.m.
expat-guideMay 4, 2026How to Choose Between Medellín, Bogotá, Cali, and Pereira
Four cities, four very different lifestyles. Here's the honest framework for choosing where to live in Colombia — based on climate, budget, and what you actually need.
cryptoMay 3, 2026Crypto Taxes in Colombia: How DIAN Treats Bitcoin and What You Owe
DIAN classifies crypto as an intangible asset — not currency. Here's what that means for your tax return, your foreign-asset declaration, and your P2P Binance trades.
empleoMay 3, 2026Severance Pay and Employment Settlement in Colombia: How They Are Calculated and How to Claim Them
Practical guide to calculating your settlement upon contract termination in Colombia: severance pay, interest, service bonus, vacation, and compensation with a real numerical example.
impuestosMay 3, 2026Property Tax in Colombia: How much is paid by city and when
Everything you need to know about the property tax in Colombia: how it is calculated, when to pay in each city, how to take advantage of early payment discounts, and what happens if you don't pay.
expat-lifeMay 2, 2026Pico y Placa in Colombia: City Guide for Bogotá, Medellín, Cali and More
Pico y placa changes by city and rotates every certain time. Here you have the clear guide: schedules, days, fines and how to avoid the problem.
bogotaMay 2, 2026Best Neighborhoods in Bogotá for Direct Owner Rentals
Skip the agency commissions. These four Bogotá neighborhoods have the densest concentration of direct owner rentals — with real price ranges and how to find listings before agents do.
medellinMay 2, 2026Best Neighborhoods in Medellín for Finding Direct Owner Rentals
Some Medellín neighborhoods are dominated by agencies charging 1–2 months' commission. Others are almost entirely owner-managed. Here's where to look for arriendo directo.
marketplaceMay 2, 2026How to sell a used cell phone in Colombia without any issues
Everything you need to check before listing your used cell phone: IMEI, invoice, battery, photos, and how to get paid without getting stiffed.
marketplaceMay 1, 2026How to Price Used Electronics in Colombia (And Actually Sell Them)
Selling used electronics in Colombia? This guide covers real COP price ranges, how the factura affects resale value, what buyers always check, and how to close the sale safely.
marketplaceMay 1, 2026What to do with your furniture and appliances before moving out of Colombia
You have a moving date, an apartment full of furniture, and zero desire to lose money. Here is the plan to sell everything before you leave.
returning-colombiansMay 1, 2026How to Open or Reactivate Your Bank Account When Returning to Colombia
You returned to Colombia and your bank account no longer works. This guide explains how to reactivate it or open a new one, what documents you need, and the fastest options for a returnee.