mtbe
American expat in Colombia
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Lives in Pereira, Risaralda
Registration: 24 February 2015
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Trying to get citizenship and another country by brownpoppa14
While looking around to find the right fit for me any suggestions and do they have any programs of funding to help you move from USA looking for permanent residency out of the country Brandy Nicole
Yes: Residency in Mexico is easier. Several Expats in my area of Colombia have moved to Mexico in the last year already, due to the headaches of Colombian migration. Read More
Best cell phone plans for receiving 2FA in Colombia and keep US number by stealtannest3t
I have been using Google Voice for a few years now but lately it's been a bit janky getting my codes. I have a burner phone that I use with a Colombian service provider TIGO which is cheap and effective but I want to keep my US number for the phone ...
I was told by a US Banker, and this is what I do:Change all of the phone numbers for your banking contacts (and others if necessary), to that of a family member or friend who is willing to do it.When you need a code sent to you, call/whatsapp that ... Read More
Moving to Medellin ASAP by Josephdstultz
Hello all,My name is Joe, and my husband and I got married in Barranquilla, where he is originally from, and we plan to move to Medellin as soon as we can get my M visa situated. We currently live in Philadelphia, but we have been wanting to move to ...
Keep your expectations low to live in Colombia. Any work you find locally will be at Colombian rates...around $300-400US/month. Even engineers are only getting $1000 month, if lucky.Find a job in the US that will allow you to work overseas. Then ... Read More
Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Colombia as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...
I changed all of my mailing addresses to that of a family member. They throw away the trash and scan anything that may seem important and email it to me. It's free and they don't mind as I've weeded out most of the garbage anyway. I might get ... Read More
Check Mig still needed?
I took a 4 month leave of Colombia earlier this year and did the Check Mig.A friend, who left Colombia for about 5 weeks during that time, said he and his wife didn't do Check Mig (He tried but couldn't get it to work, so gave up), and immigration ... Read More
Road safety in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Colombia as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Colombia, whether ...
Been driving every visit to Colombia for 25 years, and permanently here for the last 5 years.It's seriously not that bad. There are worse countries. I wouldn't dare drive in India, but Colombia is no problem at all. I drive a car and have a ... Read More
Naturalization via marriage. Better to apply from UK or Colombia by Cayari
Hi everyone,I am moving to Colombia from UK with my Colombian wife (who is a UK citizen) in NovemberI want to apply for naturalization to become a Colombian citizen based on my marriage to herMy question is: is it better to apply for the first visa ...
You have to get a marriage visa first, which is good for 3 years, although some people have only received a marriage visa for 1 year.You can apply online. I've done it in the past, but in 2023, they made a lot of changes that make it difficult, so ... Read More
Business Ideas for Colombia by Andreyyy
Good day, My name is Andrey. I live with my family in Canada. My wife is from Colombia and we consider relocating there and starting a business. Just curious - is there any North Americans or Europeans who moved to Colombia (preferably as a family ...
Very very few successful businesses owned by expats. Do NOT move here first, then try to open a business. Investigate first for at least 12 months. Verify everything you need from the government and don't trust anyone. Whatever timeframe or ... Read More
Young Colombian wife- is it worth it? by European_chap
I've noticed that women in Colombia really love "one-day dramas." So, is it really okay to marry a woman from such a distant country? Even though I like everything about her, her whole environment – her family – just terrifies me!
@mtbe " shes older than me..and ugly" Nice guy😛 - @nico peligroIt's supposed to be humorous. I'm no Brad Pitt, that's for sure... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
"On the other hand, the Colombian peso has consistently strengthened its position against the United States dollar over the last three months. Since the November 2024 U.S. elections, the Colombian peso has emerged as one of the world's ... Read More
Young Colombian wife- is it worth it? by European_chap
I've noticed that women in Colombia really love "one-day dramas." So, is it really okay to marry a woman from such a distant country? Even though I like everything about her, her whole environment – her family – just terrifies me!
Okay....I'll be a bit more detailed. It's always an ego boost when a pretty young thing pays interest to you, when those of the same age in your country won't give you a second look.1) If you are worried or concerned now about her family, then ... Read More
Young Colombian wife- is it worth it? by European_chap
I've noticed that women in Colombia really love "one-day dramas." So, is it really okay to marry a woman from such a distant country? Even though I like everything about her, her whole environment – her family – just terrifies me!
If you're asking on an internet forum, then you probably shouldn't get married. Read More
Adventure to Medellin by Nelson GNAKPA
Hello everyone !I am a young entrepreneur who wants to try the adventure in Colombia next year. I would like to open a small restaurant first and see what happens. I would like to have all the advice and opinions of French expats or others who have ...
I'll respond here as my French is rusty, the French language page is not very active, and the response would be the same for anyone.You will not be able to come and open a restaurant first, unless you already have been here and scoped out a place to ... Read More
Car seizures in medellin, colombia by larryheath950
reasons to sieze your car in medellin, colombia
Are you asking?Not having SOATNot paying your loan on timeRobbersNot greasing the bearings properlyNot changing the oil frequently enoughThrashing your gearsLetting it sit too long Read More
A Check on Petro's Economy Two Years In by futuroexpat
OK, we are two years in with the government of Gustavo Petro. All the "nattering nebobs of negativism" have been proven wrong. The Colombian economy is strong, one of the best in all Latin America. DANE just today released the data:Construction and ...
Even more amazing what Petro has accomplished when congress will not even pass a budget to fund national goals for all of Colombia. But that will boomerang back on the party that would not pass a national budget. Your argument on Argentina is based ... Read More