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Visas and Residency guides for real Colombia decisions
Visas and Residency brings together 111 guides for expats and families sorting out Colombia visa and residency steps, with practical context on visa types, cedula timing, documents, renewals, residency paths, and official-process checks.
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venta-carrosJuly 26, 2026How to Sell Your Used Car Without Intermediaries and Calculate Withholding Tax
Selling your vehicle without dealerships avoids commissions, but requires clear documentation. We explain how to calculate withholding tax and process the transfer.
paperworkJuly 25, 2026Proof of Address in Colombia: Documents Foreigners Can Use
Colombia doesn't have a single universal proof of address document. Learn when to use a utility bill, lease, or municipal certificate for banks, rentals, and government procedures.
visasJuly 24, 2026Colombia's Rentista Visa (V-Rentista): Complete 2026 Guide to Passive Income Residency
A complete, up-to-date guide to Colombia's Rentista visa, including the 2026 income threshold, required documents, and why it no longer leads to permanent residency.
alquilar-parqueaderoJuly 24, 2026Is It Legal to Rent Out a Parking Space in a Horizontal Property in Colombia?
Renting out a private parking space in Colombia can be viable, but you must first confirm its legal status and review the regulations. This guide explains what to verify and how to avoid conflicts.
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.
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.
rentingJuly 16, 2026How to Rent in Colombia Without a Codeudor: Guarantors and Rental Insurance
No Colombian co-signer? Compare rental insurance, a fianza, a bank-held CDT, and direct-owner negotiation—with current document requirements and legal cautions.
empleosJuly 16, 2026Jobs in Pasto: commerce, health, education, and remote options
Updated guide to finding employment in Pasto: active sectors, 42-hour workweek, minimum wage, remote work, and secure applications.
pozos-profundosJuly 15, 2026Deep well in Colombia: studies, permits, costs and how to hire
The complete route to evaluate groundwater on a farm: what a geoelectric study can tell you, what permits to review, how to demand a comparable quote and what tests should remain after drilling.
visasJuly 8, 2026Spouse Visa Colombia: Complete Guide to Visa M Conyuge
Married to a Colombian citizen? Here is the current 2026 guide to Colombia's Visa M Conyuge: documents, fees, work rights, cedula, resident path, and common mistakes.
compradoresJune 29, 2026How to buy cheap furniture and appliances at expat moving sales
Expat moving sales are the best-kept secret for furnishing your apartment. Learn where to find them, what to check, and how to negotiate.
expat-guideJune 23, 2026The Colombia Expat Mid-Year Checklist: Visa, Taxes, Banking, and Insurance
June marks the perfect time for a mid-year expat check-in. Use this complete 2026 checklist to audit your visa status, prepare for tax season, and review your banking and insurance setups.