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Colombia brings together 133 guides for readers researching Colombia, with practical context on Colombia.

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expat-guideApril 26, 2026

Living in Santa Marta, Colombia: An Honest Expat Guide

Santa Marta doesn't have Cartagena's Instagram aesthetic, but it has something better: Colombia's Caribbean coast at a fraction of the price, with Tayrona National Park 45 minutes away.

Cost of LivingApril 25, 2026

Cost of Living in Colombia for a Single Person: Three Real Budgets

How much does it actually cost to live in Colombia as a single person? Here are three honest monthly budgets — frugal, comfortable, and high-comfort — with real 2026 prices.

visasApril 24, 2026

I Got Colombia's Marriage Visa Without an FBI Background Check

I was approved for Colombia's Visa M Cónyuge without submitting an FBI background check. Here is what the official checklist actually said and what worked for us.

expat-guideApril 24, 2026

How to Move to Colombia From the US: A Practical Step-by-Step Checklist

Moving to Colombia from the US is more straightforward than most people think — but the order in which you do things matters. Here's the practical sequence.

real-estateApril 21, 2026

Why Listing Your Property with Colombia Move Beats the Realtor Route

Realtor sites are gated. Colombia Move puts your property in front of the full marketplace audience — Colombians and expats alike — free, with a public storefront and direct WhatsApp.

real-estateApril 21, 2026

Por qué publicar tu propiedad en Colombia Move supera la ruta tradicional del inmobiliario

Los sitios inmobiliarios son cerrados. Colombia Move pone tu propiedad frente a toda la audiencia del marketplace — colombianos y expats — gratis, con tienda pública y WhatsApp directo.

bankingApril 19, 2026

Nequi vs Daviplata: Cuál es Mejor en 2026

Dos apps, un mismo dilema. Aquí desglosamos Nequi y Daviplata en lo que realmente importa: comisiones, límites y para quién funciona mejor cada una.

TravelApril 15, 2026

Amazon Colombia: Leticia & the Triple Border Travel Guide

Leticia sits where Colombia, Brazil, and Peru meet over the Amazon River. You can only get there by plane — and that's part of what makes it worth the trip.

TravelApril 15, 2026

Santander & Chicamocha Canyon: Colombia's Adventure Sports Capital

Chicamocha Canyon, San Gil rafting, and Barichara: why Santander is Colombia's most underrated adventure destination.

expat-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.

expat-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.

expat-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.