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Moving to Colombia brings together 318 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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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 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.

expat-guideApril 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.

Colombia MoveApril 14, 2026

Así 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, 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 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.

colombia-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.

expat-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.

Colombia 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.

bogotáApril 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.