nico peligro
Canadian expat in Colombia
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Bucaramanga, Santander
Speaks Spanish, English , Russian, French
Registration: 18 September 2020
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I am Businessman.
My expat journey
Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia
Saskatoon, Canada
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Moving to Cali in July 2026 by ACOD2026
Hi everyone,I'm moving to Cali in July of this year, only staying around 6/8 months—family of 6. Looking for advice on housing: furnished rental or unfurnished? I'm so confused as we have to think about the kids' school as well. Any advice ...
@Raul - New Transvaal How did the move go? LOLThere was no move.It was obviously a fake post.Moving a family with 6 kids down to Cali Colombia for only 6months.Some people believe any cock n bull story. Read More
COLOMBIAN SCAM GIRLS: THE BLACKLIST by JohnyLondon
I think there should be a blacklist of girls on the forum, indicating: their first name, surname (or alias), the city where they are staying, with a short description of the situation and their telephone numbers (which, if Googled, could be checked ...
Its a free world ladyBoth parties have free wills. Whose relation isIt " ruining"?Allready too many laws and regulations no one enforces and everyone ignores Read More
Most common payment methods in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Colombia, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
@Paulooch I was barred and put on a black list by a slimy Mickey mouse Canadian.Fintec called " Koho" years ago.They went all AI early before the bugs were worked out and thier algorithim shut my account.Apparently, there is or was a law in ... Read More
Most common payment methods in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Colombia, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
Also US citizens have Charles Schwab accounts for withdrawing funds because they reimburse the extremely exhorbitant Colombian ATM fees. Matter of fact , Schwab will reimburse you the ATM fees in any foriegn country.As a Canadian, I have a Wealth ... Read More
Most common payment methods in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Colombia, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
Remitly is better than WU or Wise for sending moneyAt least from Canada Read More
Most common payment methods in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Colombia, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
All of the above.like everywhereIts not really a third world country you knowNo etransfers like Canada though Read More
Rental nightmares in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Colombia can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
Yep its a nightmare with all the fiador requirements rtc and getting quite expensive Read More
Remote income ideas by Bhill5687
Hi everyone,I’m a native English speaker from the U.S. with strong Spanish, TEFL training in progress, content creation experience, and I’m currently building a budget bodybuilding web app.I’m planning a trip to Colombia and ...
Colombia is NOT cheapI know Colombians paiid in USD or Euros complaining how their income has dropped dramatically in the last year due to the exchange rateSame with expats Read More
Navigating friendships as an expat in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Colombia reshapes many aspects of life, and friendships are often one of the biggest changes. Whether you're maintaining lifelong bonds back home, building new local relationships, or forming connections with fellow ...
Rule 1 dont talk about politics LOL Read More
A right wing candidate was elected president: Now what? by mtbe
To start a new thread on Mr Opara's question from another thread: Now what?Personally...too early to tell. Many were worried about Petro (including myself), but much of it was overblown. Many of the concerns of el Tigre, I think, are overblown as ...
Hey Jason.with all due respect...just for a rebutal to the closed thread you Trump yahoos and the Woke freaks are the same side of the same looney tune coin.Dont include me with the woke nuts or you MAGA yahoo types.Like I said I am a ... Read More
A right wing candidate was elected president: Now what? by mtbe
To start a new thread on Mr Opara's question from another thread: Now what?Personally...too early to tell. Many were worried about Petro (including myself), but much of it was overblown. Many of the concerns of el Tigre, I think, are overblown as ...
@mtbe I agree.If Conservative Latín Américan leaders buddy.up.to Trump, its for conveience, and to have good relations woth WHOEVER is president of the US, not to emulate him Read More
A right wing candidate was elected president: Now what? by mtbe
To start a new thread on Mr Opara's question from another thread: Now what?Personally...too early to tell. Many were worried about Petro (including myself), but much of it was overblown. Many of the concerns of el Tigre, I think, are overblown as ...
@OsageArcher Nothing wrong with being strong...like Uribe, law and order, fiscal responsibility and free trade, freedom.of the pressBut Trump? Its the stupid , hipocritical and incompetent and stubnorn part.of Trump.and his yahoo followers that ... Read More
About ready to start the Retirement Visa process by LuckySpyGuy
I've lived in Medellin for eight years and am looking at the process for getting a retirement visa. I'm expecting to get that process started in March since everything expires in June. I'm looking for recommendations from people who have already ...
I recomend lLangon Law.Used them.many times.Note that based on presintiendo miimu wage and exchange rae you ned minimum $1550 US onthly pension toqualify for a pensionado visa. And you cant join the EPS healthcare system.wot a pensionado visa. Read More
Finding a local guide by Budgerigar
I'm looking for a local guide to show me around the city for 2 to 4 hours a day.Preferably someone reliable and familiar with the area.
@ChineduOpara So Chin are you still.in Baranquilla/ Colombia?We can complain all we want, the grass is slwsys greener on the other side but life is pretty pleasant here.As long as you have a visa and a bit of money.But the world is full of pleasant ... Read More
Women’s health and support systems in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in Colombia often means navigating a new healthcare system and social norms, particularly around women’s health. From finding the right medical support to understanding what’s openly discussed or not, ...
Depends how much money you have. You can get anything you want. Read More