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Practical guides for expats living in Colombia — from getting your visa and opening a bank account to finding an apartment and navigating healthcare.
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April 15, 2026
Colombian Work Permits: Which Visa Lets You Work Legally
Not every Colombian visa lets you work — and the rules are more specific than most people realize. Here's exactly which visa you need and what it authorizes.
April 14, 2026
Hiring a Domestic Worker in Colombia: What the Law Actually Requires
What Colombia actually requires when you hire a domestic worker — social security, ARL, prestaciones, dotación, and how to end it cleanly.
April 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 pen...
April 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.
April 14, 2026
Internet & Cell Phone Plans in Colombia: Complete Carrier Comparison
A no-fluff comparison of Colombia's three main carriers, the best SIM and eSIM options for expats, and what home fiber internet actually looks like across the major cities.
April 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...
April 13, 2026
Where to Buy Groceries in Bogotá: Supermarkets, Markets & Tips
From D1 to Paloquemao, here's where to buy groceries in Bogotá — by neighbourhood, budget, and what you actually need day-to-day.
April 13, 2026
Where to Buy Groceries in Medellín: Best Supermarkets by Neighborhood
From budget D1 stores to Plaza Minorista, here's exactly where to buy groceries in each Medellín neighborhood — with real prices.
April 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 worr...
April 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 actu...
April 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.
April 12, 2026
How 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.