Colombia, a welcoming destination to expats?

Cheryl Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

CherylModerator16 April 2025 06:40:02

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Hello everyone,

Settling in Colombia, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc.
To help smooth this transition, we invite you to share your experience since you landed in Colombia, whether recently or a long ago:

What was your first impression when you arrived?

Did you face any challenges while integrating? Any advice on how to overcome them?

Are there any support programs, groups or events to help newcomers settle in?

Do you find it easy to make friends or connections with locals and fellow expats?

What makes Colombia a welcoming destination for expats?

Share your insights and experience.

Thank you for your contribution.

Cheryl
Expat.com Team

crabpc19481 Member

Member since 04 May 2024

crabpc19481Member24 April 2025 17:24:09

Having a native speaker and a Colombian citizen for a partner is very helpful + I am also proficient in the Spanish language. I have visited several Colombian cities, but have chosen to settle in Popayan because my current partner and some of her family live here. I have lived in Popayan for over a year now. It works for me.

The most difficult thing has been getting a visa, as there are a number of possible pitfalls.