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New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026

Last post 2 weeks ago by Julien

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The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down?

Last post 5 months ago by mtbe

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The Working Holiday Visa for Colombia

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I left the USA by bus in 2016. No passport, No cell phone. Only $450.

Last post 50 minutes ago by nico peligro

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Why all the negativity about Colombia?

Last post an hour ago by nico peligro

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Manizales and surrounding area

Last post an hour ago by nico peligro

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Requirement to have Un Tomador y Un Coduedor to Rent an Apartment

Last post 19 hours ago by Marquezdl

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Bank recommendations for opening an account in Colombia?

Last post 5 days ago by South American Voyager

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Question about the Tourist Permit Shuffle

Last post 6 days ago by nico peligro

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Managing meals in Colombia

Last post last week by ChineduOpara

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Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords

Last post last week by ChineduOpara

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Trying to get citizenship and another country

Last post 2 weeks ago by nico peligro

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Entry stamp 90-day extension - online?

Last post 2 weeks ago by ChipW

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Bank ATM with best exchange rate for the us dollar?

Last post 4 weeks ago by nico peligro

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Union libre

Last post last month by nico peligro

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Best cell phone plans for receiving 2FA in Colombia and keep US number

Last post 2 months ago by South American Voyager

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Moving to Medellin ASAP

Last post 2 months ago by OsageArcher

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USA Decertifies Colombia in the War on Drugs

Last post 2 months ago by ChineduOpara

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Remuneration structure in Colombia

Last post 2 months ago by nico peligro

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Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Colombia

Last post 2 months ago by mtbe

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Managing retirement savings in Colombia

Last post 2 months ago by Medellin_bound

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Retiring in Colombia

Last post 3 months ago by nico peligro

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Long term care insurance

Last post 3 months ago by nico peligro

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Health insurance for 72 year

Last post 3 months ago by Adriana Gutierrez

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How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Colombia

Last post 4 months ago by cccmedia

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Young Colombian wife- is it worth it?

Last post 4 months ago by ChineduOpara

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Check Mig still needed?

Last post 4 months ago by ChineduOpara

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Road safety in Colombia

Last post 4 months ago by ChineduOpara

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Allergies in Medellin

Last post 4 months ago by tolbertpitman

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Pensionado visa approval for 15 months

Last post 4 months ago by nico peligro

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Naturalization via marriage. Better to apply from UK or Colombia

Last post 4 months ago by nico peligro

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Colombia Tax filing deadline for 2024 taxes

Last post 4 months ago by El Jer

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Business Ideas for Colombia

Last post 4 months ago by mtbe

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Colombian SIM Card Registration

Last post 5 months ago by nico peligro

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Moka pot in Medellin?

Last post 5 months ago by Marquezdl

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Taxation in Colombia for a dual U.S. and Colombian citizen.

Last post 5 months ago by OsageArcher

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Debit card denial in colombian for colombian wife

Last post 5 months ago by South American Voyager

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Sending and receiving packages in Colombia

Last post 5 months ago by crespobrenda

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Obtaining Drivers License

Last post 5 months ago by OsageArcher

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Most common scams in Colombia

Last post 6 months ago by South American Voyager

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My family will be moving to Bogota in July

Last post 6 months ago by hannyleencolombie

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New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025

Last post 6 months ago by ChineduOpara

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SSA form 7162 Proof of Life Form

Last post 6 months ago by blueangels1818

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Looking for a realtor in Cartagena

Last post 6 months ago by OsageArcher

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Expat from the US

Last post 6 months ago by Andreyyy

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El Eje Cafetero

Last post 7 months ago by nico peligro

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Taxes for expats in Colombia

Last post 7 months ago by nico peligro

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Retirement visa insurance international insurer recommendations

Last post 7 months ago by nico peligro

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Prescription refills?

Last post 7 months ago by nico peligro

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What makes you happy in your expat city in Colombia or elsewhere?

Last post 7 months ago by crabpc19481

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A Check on Petro's Economy Two Years In

Last post 7 months ago by nico peligro

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Traveling send gift and uber

Last post 8 months ago by Bluebill87

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Errors on the check mig form to enter Colombia

Last post 8 months ago by nico peligro

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The cost of filling a two-bedroom apartment in Cali Colombia

Last post 8 months ago by nico peligro

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Moving to Cali Colombia

Last post 8 months ago by crabpc19481

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LIVING IN rIO nEGRO

Last post 8 months ago by aospina

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Low Cost health insurance options for Retirement Visa?

Last post 8 months ago by stealtannest3t

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Hostel for newbie in Medellin

Last post 8 months ago by South American Voyager

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Tax accountant

Last post 8 months ago by nico peligro

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Retirement visa

Last post 8 months ago by nico peligro

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Shipping a car to Colombia

Last post 8 months ago by nico peligro

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Colombia, a welcoming destination to expats?

Last post 8 months ago by crabpc19481

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Cataract surgery in Pasto--living in Pasto

Last post 9 months ago by expat42451

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Indian relocation to colombia

Last post 9 months ago by teacherincolombia36

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Bicycle for Sale, good price!

Last post 9 months ago by Bhavna

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Cheapest route out

Last post 9 months ago by ccebhei

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Moving to Colombia, seeking local help

Last post 9 months ago by teacherincolombia36

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Cost of living in Colombia in 2025

Last post 9 months ago by nico peligro

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Nexo anyone having trouble contacting them?

Last post 9 months ago by nico peligro

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Job opportunities for native English speaker in Bogota

Last post 9 months ago by milan90

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Remote work from Colombia

Last post 9 months ago by milan90

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Indian community in Bogota

Last post 10 months ago by An Shuliak

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Any "UUs" in medellin?

Last post 10 months ago by plzdnr

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Cheapest cities in Colombia

Last post 10 months ago by ChineduOpara

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Finding a divorce lawyer in Colombia?

Last post 10 months ago by nico peligro

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Visa types

Last post 11 months ago by nico peligro

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Expat Registered Nurse in Colombia

Last post 11 months ago by nico peligro

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Spanish Language Classes

Last post 11 months ago by kevinabeatty

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Mig Check trouble

Last post 11 months ago by crespobrenda

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Living on $500/month

Last post 11 months ago by nico peligro

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Surprising aspects of life in major Colombian cities (testimonials)

Last post 11 months ago by Adriana Gutierrez

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