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Moving to Colombia brings together 315 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-guideApril 14, 2026Hiring 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.
Colombia MoveApril 14, 2026Así rediseñamos Colombia Move: más claridad para buscar, publicar y encontrar
Rediseñamos Colombia Move. Ahora cada anuncio responde dos preguntas con claridad (qué es y de qué lado estás), la vivienda tiene su propio selector de 4 intenciones, y el color rosa te avisa cuando alguien está buscando
expat-guideApril 14, 2026Freelancer 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, 2026Colombian 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 14, 2026Internet & 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.
colombia-move-updatesApril 13, 2026Public 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.
expat-guideApril 13, 2026Traveling 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.
Colombia MoveApril 13, 2026Introducing 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.
bogotáApril 13, 2026Where 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.
MedellínApril 13, 2026Where 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.
HealthApril 13, 2026Altitude 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.
Expat LifeApril 12, 2026How 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.