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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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
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
@XavierC77 Try to get your old records on line from the health provider that gave you the shot originally.I lost my card years ago but the record is still online and yours may help with your sob storry when trying to obtain the new ... Read More
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
If you want a pre dated vaccine cert you maybe sol If you are over 60 (or 65) may be able to get a doctor s certificat saying you dont requure one which may work Read More
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
For the fastest yellow fever card in Bogotá, go to the free vaccination point at El Dorado International Airport (Terminal 1), located on the second floor near the DIAN offices. It is open daily from 7 AM to 5 PM (tokens end at 4 PM). Bring ... Read More
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
@Fred Bogota isnt Indonesia. Is there yellow fever on top of the Carstenz Pyramid? Like I said yellow fever is only in very remote areas of Colombia where 99% of people never go to.Dont think you have ever even been here.Yes you have to plan, but ... Read More
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
I got mine in Manizales real easySome government branch where the nurse gives them out for free.Getting the yellow card is more difficult.I had to take the hand written canet and go to the mini salud office in el centro to get mine.As far as " ... Read More
help with last minute yellow fever vaccine in Bogota by XavierC77
Hi everyone, My name is Xavier and I arrive in Bogotá on March 31st from Montevideo and fly to Costa Rica on April 2nd. I'm doing this short layover so my dog doesn't have to do a super long flight with connections trapped in the crate. I ...
@Fred Give me a break LOL. Talk about gross hyperbole. Cant believe you even live in Colombia.There is no yellow fever anywhere in Colombia except un the Amazonas. Espescially not at 2500 m in Bogota.This is just a bureaucratic requirement ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Colombia, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we ...
@ChineduOpara I could tell you stories.There are consumer protection rules in Colombia, but you have to go through hoops sometimes to enforce them ( i.e tutelas etc)If its a small amount, less than 500 k pesos, not worth the effort, which is what ... Read More
Health insurance in Colombia for newborn with preexisting condition by Ben_Bogotá
Good evening,Does anyone in Colombia have experience insuring a baby who was born with a congenital condition? My son was born in Bogotá a week ago with a minor condition of the kidneys. It is expected to resolve on its own within a few ...
If it is a temporary condition, try to get it expunged from the historia clínica and pay for that particular treatment out of pocket yourselves. Then just get a normal policy. Read More
Health insurance in Colombia for newborn with preexisting condition by Ben_Bogotá
Good evening,Does anyone in Colombia have experience insuring a baby who was born with a congenital condition? My son was born in Bogotá a week ago with a minor condition of the kidneys. It is expected to resolve on its own within a few ...
You say you are looking expat and local unsurance. Why dont you ask the insurers themselves.?Or at least go through their Tsand Cs.Forget about EPS and probably medicina prepagada...basically anything in Colombia.I tend to agree with your ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Colombia, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we ...
Dont even dream of getting a refund on anything once you pay your moneyExcept Avianca if you buy the right ticket. They follow IATTA rules. Read More
I am looking for a Job in the IT industry in Medellin Colombia by clauskoenig
I am an experienced Data and cloud Architect and Engineer. I am looking for work in Medellin. I have 26+ experience in my field. Everything related to data and information is my business.I worked with fortune 500 companies in diverse sectors from ...
Work online as a Digital nomad.Not much other choice. Read More
Apostille of S.S document by Digitarius
Anyone have any tips on how to get a social security proof document apostille from Colombia? I want to try it on my own, Third party charges are becoming more and more outrageous. Let me know please. Also I notice some 3rd parties only do ...
@Digitarius If its fr a visa in Colombia digital is mre than enough.But since you already have a visa you probably know that. Read More
Apostille of S.S document by Digitarius
Anyone have any tips on how to get a social security proof document apostille from Colombia? I want to try it on my own, Third party charges are becoming more and more outrageous. Let me know please. Also I notice some 3rd parties only do ...
@OsageArcher Worse bureacracy than Canada.Saskatchewan Dept of justice can apostille anything, s50 CAD per document' in about 4 days' but you have to.provide the document and courier service. Read More