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Freelancer Taxes in Colombia: RUT, Facturación Electrónica & What You Oweexpat-guideApril 14, 2026

Freelancer 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.

Colombian Labor Law for Expats: Contracts, Severance & Employee Rightsexpat-guideApril 14, 2026

Colombian 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.

Internet & Cell Phone Plans in Colombia: Complete Carrier Comparisonexpat-guideApril 14, 2026

Internet & 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.

Public Q&A on Every Listing: Ask Before You Commitcolombia-move-updatesApril 13, 2026

Public 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.

Traveling to Colombia with Pets: Complete Import & Export Guideexpat-guideApril 13, 2026

Traveling 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.

Introducing Sign in with Google on Colombia Movecolombia-moveApril 13, 2026

Introducing 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.

Where to Buy Groceries in Bogotá: Supermarkets, Markets & TipsbogotaApril 13, 2026

Where to Buy Groceries in Bogotá: Supermarkets, Markets & Tips

A complete guide to grocery shopping in Bogotá. Learn how to balance budget staples with fresh local markets and 24-hour delivery options.

Where to Buy Groceries in Medellín: 2026 Supermarket GuidemedellinApril 13, 2026

Where to Buy Groceries in Medellín: 2026 Supermarket Guide

Navigating Medellín's grocery scene is a mix of high-end supermarkets, discount stores, and local plazas. Here is your complete 2026 guide to stocking your pantry like a local.

Altitude Sickness in Colombia: Bogotá, Medellín & High-Elevation TipshealthApril 13, 2026

Altitude 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.

How to Hire a Maid or Cleaning Service in Colombiaexpat-lifeApril 12, 2026

How 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.

Buying a Car or Motorcycle in Colombia as a Foreignerexpat-guideApril 12, 2026

Buying 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.

Post a Rental for Free in Colombia: A Guide for OwnerscolombiaApril 12, 2026

Post a Rental for Free in Colombia: A Guide for Owners

If you have a property to rent out 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 the estrato and area.