Quechimba
Canadian expat in Colombia
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Manizales, Caldas
Speaks English, Spanish, Russian
Registration: 25 August 2017
Best cities for retirement in Colombia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into Colombia for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in ...
Actually quite a bit hotter tham Medellin Between Medellin and Cali in climate Read More
Best months for air travel Colombia to U.S.? by CaliRay
I'm planning a trip to the U.S. any time between late August to mid September. Could be earlier or later if there is a significant price difference in air fare. Any information is appreciated.
I had many vacations ruined or nearly ruined due to flying internally in Colombia in October and November Complete your travels before October 1 Read More
Best months for air travel Colombia to U.S.? by CaliRay
I'm planning a trip to the U.S. any time between late August to mid September. Could be earlier or later if there is a significant price difference in air fare. Any information is appreciated.
Avoid October and November if you have a choice. Lots of delays on internal due to rainy weather Read More
Do I need a special type of Visa to marry in Colombia? by BillyBogotaUK
Hello I am a male UK citizen currently living in the UK. My girlfriend is from Colombia. We did live together in Colombia for around 14 months from 2017 to 2018. We are now looking to marry in Colombia and I was wondering [b]do I need to apply for ...
Well good to see you went to the other forum where at least there are a few people who have abit of a clue what is going on. Read More
How to get my cheating Venezuelan boyfriend out of my apartment? by joselowe
Long story short, I let my boyfriend who is Venezuelan with no paperwork stay in my apartment in Bogotá . I found out some bad stuff and I want him to leave my apartment, he had never paid one peso for rent, his name isn’t on the lease ...
I thought this kinda thing only happened to us old single male gringos *** Hope you have learned your lesson about Latin males.. Read More
MOVE TO MEDELLIN COLOMBIA
Wrong forum to be asking this complicated question ( as there are multiple visa types you can get,..IF you qualify). I will post a couple links to forums where ther is a plethora of info. On tbis subject and you can do a search.using the word ... Read More
Music day in Colombia
Is Music Popular in Colombia? Is the Pope Catholic? Everyday is Music day in Colombia.. They sing and dance all the time.. Make the Irish look like staid wallflowers Read More
The must-try activities in Colombia
Prepagos.. And smoking a bit of "Creepy" Oh and Ayhuasca But definitely NOT Burrundanga (Only a joke ja ja ja ) Read More
Accommodation in Colombia: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when youre new to or have not moved to Colombia just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
Use AirBNB and negotiate the price down Read More
Solo Arrival To Medellin by Pituco
Hello everyone, I'm coming to Medellin and my travel buddy just dropped out. I have South American travel experience, but I have not been to Colombia. Many Peruvians have told me that Medellin is dangerous and that I shouldn't go alone, but ...
I bet you 10 to one not a one of those Peruvians have set foot in Colombia Read More
Solo Arrival To Medellin by Pituco
Hello everyone, I'm coming to Medellin and my travel buddy just dropped out. I have South American travel experience, but I have not been to Colombia. Many Peruvians have told me that Medellin is dangerous and that I shouldn't go alone, but ...
If Peruvians told you it is Dangerous in Colombia, it is probably Peruvian women who have an interest in you..and are scared of the hotter Colombian women stealing you Lima is more dangerous than Medellin Read More
How to bring your car to Colombia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Colombia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age ...
I highly doubt it, and if you are worried , and REALLY want to come here, get a lawyer to "grease the wheels"..with Migraciones (hint hint nudge nudge say no more) Read More
Marriage advice by Kully
Hi all, I wonder if anyone can give me some helpful advice. I am from London, UK and my girlfriend is Colombian and we are planning on getting married in Bogota in the new year. What is the correct way of going about this including documents ...
Agro Sur Just dont invest anything in the country..thats all there is too it. And dont marry, dont go to the Notaria and sign a document saying you are in a Union Libre.. Pretty simple Read More
Cheapest cities in Colombia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Colombia. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Colombia where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to ...
I imagine Tumaco is cheap..LOL Read More
Bello Safe? by chaz2017
Is the Bello area fairly safe. I was looking at the area near the Niquita Station. Apartments go for $70-$80000 US. Its close to eating establishments, the mall and the train. It seemed reasonably safe during the day, I know most foreigners stay ...
Never been there. Furthest North I have been is Copacabana. And that is still in the valley and highly poluted. All my friends who have been living in Medeo for the past 10 years are thinking of moving out, the polution is sooo bad.. Read More
Being convincing to an employer in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding a job in Colombia is no easy feat. From applying for a job all the way to job interviews, the etiquette can be different abroad. Specially job interviews, that can already be pretty daunting, can feel even worse when set ...
Just love these naive cut and paste question.posts. ja ja Only a Colombian could tell you that. Expats either just teach Enhlish or work for.multinational corporations. I did have a friend in Manizales go through 5 interviews including a ... Read More
Bello Safe? by chaz2017
Is the Bello area fairly safe. I was looking at the area near the Niquita Station. Apartments go for $70-$80000 US. Its close to eating establishments, the mall and the train. It seemed reasonably safe during the day, I know most foreigners stay ...
Safe as you make it. I do know guys who were robbed there at gunpoint though. But they were being really stupid. You still gotta breathe that polluted Medellín air every day.which is the worst.thing. Read More
Pensioners Visa Question by LBucho
I want to start by saying I have done a ton of research and even have a Colombian lawyer so I am just looking to see if anyone here has experienced this issue and how it worked for them. If my notarized apostatized income document states that the ...
Three year visa now but still well within his "window" Read More
Crime in Colombia 2019 by OsageArcher
Bad news/good news on the murders and deaths in Colombia, so far this year. In the first two months of 2019, there have been 1700 murders in ...
Hmm.. and I thought I was gonna live forever.. Read More
How can I get an M-11 Visa based on my self-employment income? by LD1990
I've been searching far and wide about this so hopefully someone here can help me out. I'm a self-employed American, and all my clients are in the United States. Currently, I'm living in Bogota on a tourist visa. I would love to stay in ...
BTW for a rentista visa you have to document that you have 11 times salario mínimo.Documentation from invoices, bank accounts and /or financial institutions have to be notarized in US and apostolized or autheticated by the Colombian ... Read More
How can I get an M-11 Visa based on my self-employment income? by LD1990
I've been searching far and wide about this so hopefully someone here can help me out. I'm a self-employed American, and all my clients are in the United States. Currently, I'm living in Bogota on a tourist visa. I would love to stay in ...
Appparently you can do.most of your visa aplicación online one and dont need a lawyer or even. a facilitator if you live in Bogota. http://colombiaconnection.freeforums.net/thread/5424/quick-visa-guide Read More
ATM withdrawals by awanyc
Does anyone know what is the best debit cards to use with no foreign and atm fees? I have heard about Capital One and Citi Bank. I’m not sure what is the daily limit for each of them. Please advise.
You can use a PO box fe your US Bank accout. Getting a Charles Scwab, Captol 1 or similar account only pays off for people with their source income in the US. And they only cover the "published" "on screen" local ATM fees ... Read More
Avoiding compulsory pensions contributions by GuestPoster0141
Good afternoon, forum, I'm a British expat currently living in Manizales, with plans to eventually buy land up in the mountains and live as self-sustainable a life as possible. In order to get a work visa I ended up starting a SAS company, of ...
Having said that since this is directly related to the OPs company which is directly related to the visa I would just pay the 150 k per month. ..but I am probably in a different financial situation thank you are. Or talk to an accountant or ... Read More
Avoiding compulsory pensions contributions by GuestPoster0141
Good afternoon, forum, I'm a British expat currently living in Manizales, with plans to eventually buy land up in the mountains and live as self-sustainable a life as possible. In order to get a work visa I ended up starting a SAS company, of ...
Only guys I ever heard getting deported were guys with underage women, dealing drugs or otherwise broke a real criminal law. Most guys I know who left Colombia because the US government was after them or Colombians or other Gringos they ... Read More
Avoiding compulsory pensions contributions by GuestPoster0141
Good afternoon, forum, I'm a British expat currently living in Manizales, with plans to eventually buy land up in the mountains and live as self-sustainable a life as possible. In order to get a work visa I ended up starting a SAS company, of ...
I wasnt advocating breaking the law.. I was just saying facts.the way it is in real.life...take them or leave them..its Up to the individual to do what they want.. I will quote Martín Luther King through.. who said " Everything that ... Read More
ATM withdrawals by awanyc
Does anyone know what is the best debit cards to use with no foreign and atm fees? I have heard about Capital One and Citi Bank. I’m not sure what is the daily limit for each of them. Please advise.
The local ATMs dont ask..they just give you their rate.. unless you withdraw cash with a Credit Card rather than debit card Read More
Avoiding compulsory pensions contributions by GuestPoster0141
Good afternoon, forum, I'm a British expat currently living in Manizales, with plans to eventually buy land up in the mountains and live as self-sustainable a life as possible. In order to get a work visa I ended up starting a SAS company, of ...
Osage That is the most naive misleading post you have ever made Sometimes I wonder if you actually live here Like the laws in Colombia are ever enforced? What a joke!! I know many homeowners who havent paid their predial for 10 or 20 years and ... Read More
The pet culture in Colombia by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Colombia just to make sure that their little ...
Yep..Colombians are dog crazy. Read More
The pet culture in Colombia by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Colombia just to make sure that their little ...
If you like running watch out for stray dogs and carry pepper spray. I got bit once and had to have rabies and tetanus shots. Read More
To Pay Tax in Colombia or Not by PhilCo58
If we are good law abiding Expats, we will do our legal bit to help Colombia, but that doesn't mean we are going to empty our pockets for them. When you decide to live in Colombia, one of your obligations is to visit DIAN and register your ...
Stoic traveller..I cant comment on the tax situation... But it is not a very ideal family/ personal situation.. Una relación de lejos es una relación de pendejos. Una relación de lejos es feliz para cuatro.. Hope you are ... Read More
Medical care
Yes they have hospitals.. most expat say the Medical sysem generally is better than in the US. Yes they hire only Colombians Yes many Colombian doctors are foreign trained Read More
Best universities in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Students make up an important part of the expat population. This year again, thousands around the world will be leaving their home country to study abroad. How about giving them a hand by sharing with them information about the ...
I know from experience the public Universities all suck big time.The profs go on strike for.4 to 6 months every second year. Government has no.money for public Education. Read More
ATM withdrawals by awanyc
Does anyone know what is the best debit cards to use with no foreign and atm fees? I have heard about Capital One and Citi Bank. I’m not sure what is the daily limit for each of them. Please advise.
Watch.out. You could still get hit with Exchange rate fee no.matter which Bank card you use and which Colombian Bank ATM you use. The lowest overall fees Up.until reciently have been at Colpatria ( non Scotia bank branch).and Davivienda .but are ... Read More
Cano Cristales river in Serrania de la Macarena, in Meta by eldorado18
Hi Everone. This amazing river is on my bucket list. Did anyone visit the place and can share their experience/recommendations? Thanks!
Yep a few years algo Have to take a cessna or is DC 5 flight from Villavicencio to get there Then stay for 2 days and hire a local guide for day tours. The coloured rivers are tributraries of the main river. You have to take a boat down the ... Read More
Clearing your belongings through customs in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, During ones big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings ...
I never have problems through customs as it is all personal items snd I have nothing to declare. Besides they are only interested in sums greater than $10000 Read More
Clearing your belongings through customs in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, During ones big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings ...
95 % of expats moving to Colombia just bring the bare essentials..a carry on ..a couple checked bags.. maybe 1 or 2 excess bags at.the absolute most Too expensive and cumbersome to move furniture etc. Read More
Obtaining Retirement visa by gsusser
I'm having a difficult time finding what documents are required and the fees to obtain an M-11. Perhaps I'm blind. I will go to a consulate in the US to do this. Unfortunately, all I get is a recording when I call the consulate and no info. ...
You can get medicina prepagada ( which is more expensive than EPS) and open a Bank account with just a passport. I did both with just a passport. And you dont need a Bank account in Colombia if you have a US account and ATM card. I personally ... Read More
Obtaining Retirement visa by gsusser
I'm having a difficult time finding what documents are required and the fees to obtain an M-11. Perhaps I'm blind. I will go to a consulate in the US to do this. Unfortunately, all I get is a recording when I call the consulate and no info. ...
I dont think so. Think you have to come here.. But you are not given the same time restrictions after visa issue to get itt registered I really dont know why you and other people do this from the US. It makes no sense to me. If you come here ... Read More
Obtaining Retirement visa by gsusser
I'm having a difficult time finding what documents are required and the fees to obtain an M-11. Perhaps I'm blind. I will go to a consulate in the US to do this. Unfortunately, all I get is a recording when I call the consulate and no info. ...
Here is the official.migraciones site with links to the procedure http://www.cancilleria.gov.co/en/procedures_services/visa/quick-visa-guide Apparently its a lot easier now mostly online and they will send you the visa by courier (of course you ... Read More
The joy of leaving France for Colombia
You have a lot to.learn.mon ami Read More
Best universities in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Students make up an important part of the expat population. This year again, thousands around the world will be leaving their home country to study abroad. How about giving them a hand by sharing with them information about the ...
Universidad de Los Andes in Bogota is supposed to be the best https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/university-andes-colombia Read More
Best universities in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Students make up an important part of the expat population. This year again, thousands around the world will be leaving their home country to study abroad. How about giving them a hand by sharing with them information about the ...
People from develooed countries dont go to Colombia to study.Maybe to sudy Spanish. Also , people dont go to Colombia to work..only as English teacher for low wages or emporary transfers by fortune 500 companies on occaisions for mentoring type ... Read More
The joy of leaving France for Colombia
Spend your time to get to know people before you trust them to be sure the friendliness is "genuine" Read More
Lifestyle on limited budget by gsusser
Hi, long time since I posted and a lot has happened. I'm an American looking to retire in Medellin or possibly Cali, though I've never been to the latter. I only mention Cali as I believe the cost of living is less and I like warm weather. ...
The guy mentioned safety as a concern I just said Cali sis not he safest city in Colombia. How many murders 2000 a year? I have been un Colombia 6 years, never been robbed (in the streets anyway) and have spent time in Cali Not a place I would ... Read More
Lifestyle on limited budget by gsusser
Hi, long time since I posted and a lot has happened. I'm an American looking to retire in Medellin or possibly Cali, though I've never been to the latter. I only mention Cali as I believe the cost of living is less and I like warm weather. ...
You will have no problem with that if you have discipline. Limited travel as well. Cali is definitely not a safe city. And Medellin not so much either. Read More
US citizen trying to marry a Colombian needs help ! by HyperFreak
Hello everyone, sorry if this has been brought up before, I searched to avail. I just returned from Cali yesterday where I was spending time with my fiancé, so I have a question about paperwork and forms required to marry her. As ...
Hope you arent planning to import her to the US. Well its your choice buddy good luck. Read More
US citizen trying to marry a Colombian needs help ! by HyperFreak
Hello everyone, sorry if this has been brought up before, I searched to avail. I just returned from Cali yesterday where I was spending time with my fiancé, so I have a question about paperwork and forms required to marry her. As ...
Another option us go to a Carribean Island, Panamá, Ecuador, get married there and registered in the Colombian consulte in that country. Question is why do you want to get married in the first place? I hope its not her pressuring you. The ... Read More
Goverment regulations by Riverlee macintyre
I was hoping some one can tell me where the goverment info on becoming a resident are? Also from someone in plain english how it all works? My daughter is a writer and i am retired on pensions so how much do we need before the goverment will alow us ...
Well if its like Canada, they might award her alimony, But I doubt it if the marriage ended the day after the wedding. You are right about not having the marriage registerd in Colombia oit is not valid in Colombia. I can attest to that. Read More
Goverment regulations by Riverlee macintyre
I was hoping some one can tell me where the goverment info on becoming a resident are? Also from someone in plain english how it all works? My daughter is a writer and i am retired on pensions so how much do we need before the goverment will alow us ...
Stop posting BS Agro. If you own the stuff before the marriage she has no title to it. Anyway, best thing is to not own anything in Colombia, Punto Cerrado. Read More
property lawyer in Santa Marta by frpeter
We are looking to buy property in Santa Marta, and we are traveling there soon, but we would like to find a good, honest, reliable property lawyer there to help us through the process. My wife and I speak Spanish, so we don't need a bilingual ...
Dumluk yep..but all they have to do is pay "Vacuna" to prevent getting barred.. Or in the case of female lawyers, perform "special services".. This is Colombia not Kansas These be the facts.. Read More
property lawyer in Santa Marta by frpeter
We are looking to buy property in Santa Marta, and we are traveling there soon, but we would like to find a good, honest, reliable property lawyer there to help us through the process. My wife and I speak Spanish, so we don't need a bilingual ...
Bwana I am objective. A fact is a fact Read More
Keeping fit in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Colombia is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Colombia? Do you exercise ...
I only have climbed it 3 times. Hernán el guía en Finca Primavera has clímbed it over a 100. One fit HP he is Read More
Goverment regulations by Riverlee macintyre
I was hoping some one can tell me where the goverment info on becoming a resident are? Also from someone in plain english how it all works? My daughter is a writer and i am retired on pensions so how much do we need before the goverment will alow us ...
Its called a "vivienda conyugal" and its the same as common law marriage in North América. By law it has to be 2 years together but nothing sitops people from.lieing and declaring it is 2 years in the Notary. Note you dont wanna do ... Read More
New restaurant in Santa Marta by ferhat24
Hi everbody. i am thinking make restaurant for turkish cuisine in santa marta. would you recommend? What kind of problem can be? and what you think about business conditions for turkish cuisine?
Nope. I dont invest anything in Colombia. What little I have invested in the past has been lost because I was too trustworthy. I suggest you go there a few months and talk to the people and start in a real smalll way. Really small businesses ... Read More
Keeping fit in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Colombia is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Colombia? Do you exercise ...
Yep I have seen more bike lanes in Medellin lately that didnt exist before. In Laureles Read More
New restaurant in Santa Marta by ferhat24
Hi everbody. i am thinking make restaurant for turkish cuisine in santa marta. would you recommend? What kind of problem can be? and what you think about business conditions for turkish cuisine?
Also lots of Arabs on the coast. Better make it a general Middle Eastern Restaurant Read More
New restaurant in Santa Marta by ferhat24
Hi everbody. i am thinking make restaurant for turkish cuisine in santa marta. would you recommend? What kind of problem can be? and what you think about business conditions for turkish cuisine?
probably in the old part tourist area. Lots of back packers there who have more sophisticated tastes than your local costeñas. The food part is the easy part if you can get a tourist client base. Local regulations and bylaws , finding a ... Read More
Keeping fit in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Colombia is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Colombia? Do you exercise ...
Working out is the same as anywhere. Except no bicycle tracks in the cities other than Bogota and Cyclovia on Sundays. Bodytech gyms are everywhere. Here in Bucaramanga there are good running clubs during the week and hiking clubs on ... Read More
Goverment regulations by Riverlee macintyre
I was hoping some one can tell me where the goverment info on becoming a resident are? Also from someone in plain english how it all works? My daughter is a writer and i am retired on pensions so how much do we need before the goverment will alow us ...
BTW- the 3 times minimum rule only applies for government or government corporation pensions. If you have a private pension, you have to go as aREntista, and it is 11 times the minimum salary. Read More
Goverment regulations by Riverlee macintyre
I was hoping some one can tell me where the goverment info on becoming a resident are? Also from someone in plain english how it all works? My daughter is a writer and i am retired on pensions so how much do we need before the goverment will alow us ...
Might as well ask us to explain quantum mechanics or the theory of relativity Read More
property lawyer in Santa Marta by frpeter
We are looking to buy property in Santa Marta, and we are traveling there soon, but we would like to find a good, honest, reliable property lawyer there to help us through the process. My wife and I speak Spanish, so we don't need a bilingual ...
Again, you're entitled to your opinion, Phil. However, I disagree. Real estate salespersons are not held to the same standards as attorneys in most jurisdictions and attorneys can be disbarred. cccmediaI disagree with you CCC You havent been ... Read More
Looking for a divorce attorney in Barranquilla by jubiliado
Can anyone recommend a divorce attorney in Barranquilla or who is licensed to practice in Barranquilla? Thank you.
Agro What you are saying is incorrect. 1.In Colombia , the US, Canadá and Europe it is 50% of the amount of acumulation of assets during the period of marriage. 2. If his assets are in the US or elsewhere outside of Colombia and she never ... Read More
Looking for a divorce attorney in Barranquilla by jubiliado
Can anyone recommend a divorce attorney in Barranquilla or who is licensed to practice in Barranquilla? Thank you.
If she "took" your assets.i.e. money to Baranquilla it is going to be a long drawn out process getting anything back..if ever. Many years. Like most Colombianas of that type she will have spent it all in the first few weeks. Also 90% of ... Read More
LIVING IN rIO nEGRO by Texas Bred
Anyone have any thoughts about the living conditions in Rio Negro? Want to know if it's safe to live there and what activities for the Old Texas Boy can do in the town?
Safe.yes....a little cool and boring. I think they have prepagos up there too, so you will feel well at home. Read More
Finding work in Medellin
Do you speak spanish and your level ofwritten Spanish is of such a high level that you can edit in Spanish and are willing to work at a fraction of the wage in the US in the very unlikely event that the organixzation will hire an American over a ... Read More
Discovery
Watch out for the girls with burundanga. Avoid going out alone at Night to the discos.. Medellín is talking a turn for the ugly... Read More
Estelar Mila de Oro Hotel
If you dont use it you lose it Age is a state of mind. Read More
Going to Leticia & Puerto Narino
Bring lots of bug spray Dont forgot pasaporte to visit Perú and Brazil Read More
I want to marry my colombian girlfriend by sanjayakist
HALO everybody I want to know about the marriage laws and documentsof Colombia . As I am a Indian and I am bachelor and I want to marry my girlfriend who is a colombian citizen so I want to know what documents will be require and how it could be ...
Hello I am an IT specialust from Bangladesh but I have a mansión in Toronto Canadá A beautiful Colombian woman said she would marry me if I put the house in her name. Do you think it is a good idea? Not many young women in Bangladesh to ... Read More
Taxes 2019 by loaferln
I am being told that there might be a 19 percent tax applied to all banking and credit card transactions there beginning the first of the year. Would appreciate if anyone has information on that subject.
That is the most horrible humour I have ever heard..and I have only heard it on this site. I am sure if there was the tiniest hint of truth to this it would be all over the internet and news Service. Not to.mention fact all EXPATS woúld ... Read More
Transferring Funds from a U. S. Bank by Ghagen281997
I am used to sending money from the US to Colombia via RIA when I was living in the US I have now moved to Cali and need to transfer funds from my account in the US. I am trying to avoid Bank Transfers as their exchange rates are not ...
Very strange you have a 600000 limit and the bank charges you on the US side The problenm is with your US Bank. Time to cha nge banks or at.least Bank account type Read More
Transferring Funds from a U. S. Bank by Ghagen281997
I am used to sending money from the US to Colombia via RIA when I was living in the US I have now moved to Cali and need to transfer funds from my account in the US. I am trying to avoid Bank Transfers as their exchange rates are not ...
For expats who have been here long term.it is well known ATMs are the most efficient and cost effective method of transferring cash. All Cilombian banks charge different fees and exchange rates at their ATMs. Ir is a very exhaustive subject.. ... Read More
Credit Cards in Colombia by bobomatic
My current credit cards are about to expire and I need the new cards sent to my Colombian address. To the more experienced expats... what mail service do you use to replace your expiring cards? Thanks
My CC company will send it by FEDEx free of charge if I give them enough advance warning. Best to use Established courier company , no matter who.pays. Forgot about regular mail. You will never get it. Read More
Bucaramanga... A little help for newbies!!! by KennyDeb
Hello Buca, My wife and I are moving to Bucaramanga late winter. We are fully retired, love new experiences and not afraid of challenges. We have a few questions and would like a little help. We are coming from Atlanta, GA USA. We have our dog and ...
The Prensa actually use the term "estrato 7" https://www.dinero.com/edicion-impresa/informe-especial/articulo/el-estrato-esta-moda-colombia/204151 There is a Golf and Country club in Ruitoque Read More
Bucaramanga... A little help for newbies!!! by KennyDeb
Hello Buca, My wife and I are moving to Bucaramanga late winter. We are fully retired, love new experiences and not afraid of challenges. We have a few questions and would like a little help. We are coming from Atlanta, GA USA. We have our dog and ...
CCC- I like to stay active..a little lck of discipline lately. Today I missed my Yoga and Dance classes because I came late and miscommunication Last night I missed group running cuz of sore foot. Spend too much time on the inetrnet and these ... Read More
Bucaramanga... A little help for newbies!!! by KennyDeb
Hello Buca, My wife and I are moving to Bucaramanga late winter. We are fully retired, love new experiences and not afraid of challenges. We have a few questions and would like a little help. We are coming from Atlanta, GA USA. We have our dog and ...
I live in Cabacera, Estrato 5, but only because my Girlfriend lstudies (such as it is with the stupid strike here) relatively close. Other good areas in Floridablanca, Cañaveral Taxi from Airport costs 35 mil pesos roughly Malls-tons of ... Read More
Christmas in Colombia
About the same as finding ice on a Lake in Northern Manitoba the same time of year Or sand in Saudi Arabia Read More
Bucaramanga... A little help for newbies!!! by KennyDeb
Hello Buca, My wife and I are moving to Bucaramanga late winter. We are fully retired, love new experiences and not afraid of challenges. We have a few questions and would like a little help. We are coming from Atlanta, GA USA. We have our dog and ...
Send me a PM if you want.. Read More
Bucaramanga... A little help for newbies!!! by KennyDeb
Hello Buca, My wife and I are moving to Bucaramanga late winter. We are fully retired, love new experiences and not afraid of challenges. We have a few questions and would like a little help. We are coming from Atlanta, GA USA. We have our dog and ...
I Live here. I moved here several months ago, What would you like to know??? Read More
Colombian Spanish by borderdisorder
I Speak Colombian The first expression that most foreign people in Colombia will learn is, “Estás amañado en Colombia?” This is a general question that basically is asking you, “Are you getting acclimatized to ...
Nahh..I get it from shop owners and bums in the street trying to sell me stuff Read More
I'm looking for English speakers with whom to exchange my Spanish by MONICA90M
Hi I 'm looking for English speakers with whom to exchange my Spanish INTERCAMBIO CLASES DE ESPAÑOL POR CLASES DE INGLES
Tallman Just check out the next Marathon Gotta be fast to talk to them cuz they are usuallY WAAAY in front Read More
Dating and finding love as an expat in Colombia by Priscilla
Hello, With cultural barriers and different dating norms, finding love as an expat abroad can be exciting and challenging at the same time. Is it easy to meet other fellow single people in Colombia? How do you go about meeting people ...
Yeah..we all wait with"baited breath".... LMAOF Read More
Six month tourist visa
All I can say is "una relación de lejos es feliz para cuatro" And in your case with your "GF" there is nothing anyone could say that would be more applicable. Hope you havent been sending her "giros".. Read More
Colombian Spanish by borderdisorder
I Speak Colombian The first expression that most foreign people in Colombia will learn is, “Estás amañado en Colombia?” This is a general question that basically is asking you, “Are you getting acclimatized to ...
They calll persons(men) they dont know welll "caballero" . Really intimate friends or family "marica" , enemies "malparido hp guevon ( or huevon). When the. call you "patron" you know they are trying to sell you ... Read More
Advice on dating women from Columbia? by Aadigu
Any advice on dating women from Columbia?
Women are the same everywhere no.matter what a holes like Roosh say People are more conservative than Medellín or Cali Not quite as hot as Cali.but hotter than Medellín Los of clubs and actitudes of all types you can participante ... Read More
Advice on dating women from Columbia? by Aadigu
Any advice on dating women from Columbia?
CanadaDoug Anybody whot takes the OPS post seriously needs their head examined. I already did Armenia, no thanks, I am in Bucaramanga There are good and bad everyewhere Just keep your fieinds away from the female lawyers there, ***.you can take ... Read More
Estrato 1 Girls by elnegrito
I'm curious what thoughts and/or experiences you all have had with girls at the different estrato levels. A breakdown with a few words about each level would be appreciated. That being said I know there are good people everywhere and we probably ...
Watch out her Mozo doesnt pop in on you on his moto with a gun some day. That out to liven up your laclustre dating life.. LOL Read More
Estrato 1 Girls by elnegrito
I'm curious what thoughts and/or experiences you all have had with girls at the different estrato levels. A breakdown with a few words about each level would be appreciated. That being said I know there are good people everywhere and we probably ...
jaja this site is getting a wee bit risque... Pushing the limits.. Read More
Advice on dating women from Columbia? by Aadigu
Any advice on dating women from Columbia?
Just walk around with a $100 Bill taped to your head Read More
RE: Consumer rights by PJ27188
Hi all, My wife and I are currently in a dispute with C. and they are refusing to allow us to see a record of calls made from our land line over the month of September. Does anyone know any law we can cite that we can use to force this information ...
Good luck tryingt to sue in Colombia. You will be waiting 5.years for anything to happen... plus end up paying the .lawyer more than you will get back. I was suggesting saying you were talking to a lawyer as a threat.only..to.make them MAYBE show ... Read More
Exchange Rates Around the Country by dumluk
I just checked xe.com currency rates for the COP against the dollar and its well over 3100 now.......If I remember correctly, (which is questionable) when I was in Medellin in March, I was getting a bit more than 100 pesos less than the posted ...
Note- THe all included exchange rate- is simply net pesos you recieve out of ATM divided by dollaras extracted from your account, regardless of the published fees or internal exchange rate they use. But I am sure you know this already Read More
Exchange Rates Around the Country by dumluk
I just checked xe.com currency rates for the COP against the dollar and its well over 3100 now.......If I remember correctly, (which is questionable) when I was in Medellin in March, I was getting a bit more than 100 pesos less than the posted ...
They all charge on exchange rates. Some have "Extra" published charges (which they charge Colombians using cards from competing banks as well). Davivienda total costs compared to XE: Com is constent at 3.5% (Based on exchange rate) Other ... Read More
Exchange Rates Around the Country by dumluk
I just checked xe.com currency rates for the COP against the dollar and its well over 3100 now.......If I remember correctly, (which is questionable) when I was in Medellin in March, I was getting a bit more than 100 pesos less than the posted ...
Its not the location. Its the ATMs Lately Davivienda is charging significantly less per transaction than the other banks Also exchange rate is based on rate Close of Business the day before, close of business Friday on weekends Read More
RE: Consumer rights by PJ27188
Hi all, My wife and I are currently in a dispute with C. and they are refusing to allow us to see a record of calls made from our land line over the month of September. Does anyone know any law we can cite that we can use to force this information ...
Cheaper way.. just tell them you are talking to a lawyer I am surprised they dont just give you the information Read More
Obtaining Drivers License by Texas Bred
What or how do I go about obtaining a drivers license in Colombia? I would at least, if nothing else, be able to own and ride around on a scooter. Wonder if they have the drivers test available in English?
How do you get by without the test?They call it "vacuna" (and sometimes "Palanca") Read More
Cartagena - is this the place for us to retire?
I also heard the place is over run with hookers Allthough I didnt notice the 2 or 3 times I have been there-mostly because I wasnt looking Read More
Flipping apartments in Medellin or Bogota by GuestPoster69354
Does anyone have any experience in flipping apartments in Medellin or Bogota? My target market would be local Colombians and not foreigners. The limited information I can find says that 65% of Colombians live in estrato 2-3 making it the largest ...
somebody is gonna be left "holding the bag" with all these speculative purchases in Medellin Read More
Flipping apartments in Medellin or Bogota by GuestPoster69354
Does anyone have any experience in flipping apartments in Medellin or Bogota? My target market would be local Colombians and not foreigners. The limited information I can find says that 65% of Colombians live in estrato 2-3 making it the largest ...
Asking advice on this site after purchasing 3 properties in Medellin is like asking a friend in 2nd year med school whether it is safe to have unprotected sex after you have spent a week having unprotected sex with several different low class ... Read More