South American Voyager
American expat in Colombia
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About me
American
Registration: 11 January 2022
My expat journey
Colombia
USA
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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 ...
The truth in today's environment in this demonic run world is that having morals, accountability, respect, good work responsibility, family values, 2 parent god fearing households raising children, proper discipline, unselfish giving, learning, ... 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 ...
Interesting discussion about bank transfers so I did a thorough 2 hour deep dive with the help of ChatGPT and then myself researching/verifying the 15 pages of information it provided.I do have active accounts with Xoom, Remitly and Wise and as such ... 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 press But 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 ...
Bob, what type of visa has allowed you to be in Medellin for 8 years? Perhaps your just visiting a few months here and there?After exploring Colombia since my first visit/extended stay to Bogota in 1990 I arrived in Medellin in December 2010 so 16 ... 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
Yes talking about remittances, did I not read somewhere in the past few weeks that for the past handful of months the remittances are something like one billion from abroad back to Colombia, if so wow! 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 ...
As a follow up to my recommendation that I posted in the above post 3 months back, I did in fact use Apostille.pro again and same price of $149.00 plus $25.00 for a digital copy (which the Colombia immigration accepts) and this time even though I ... 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
ok troll, whatever lolThis true expat first arrived to Bogota in November of 1990, so 36 years exploring everywhere in Colombia and with the past 16 years living in/outside of Medellin.So since 1990 I have seen/experienced/lived about 9 different ... 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 ...
The big question is does Claus have a work permit? If not perhaps a DN is the only option. Read More
Safe deposit box or other secure storage for valuables? by Marquezdl
Is it possible for temporary residents of Medellin to rent a safe deposit box or other secure starage medium for personal valuables and/or cash?
Nahh the banks here just don't have safe deposit boxes for rent inside banks, never been a thing here as the culture/mindset is that not one out of a hundred of my Colombian friends have zero trust in banks.There I said it.Now when I moved into my ... 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 ...
Certainly - Apostille.pro was recommended to me by my attorney in Medellin whom I trust, and so after my standard due diligence with this company I pulled the trigger and paid $149.00 plus $25.00 for a scanned copy which is admissible by Colombia ... 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 ...
I recall a few years back when I renewed my M visa I used a 3rd party service located as I recall in Virginia??? or nearby, cost was about $160.00 USD and took a few days.I have decided to apply now for my Residency as I meet all the requirements ... Read More
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 ...
Why Cali? Work/business/vacation/etc.? Are you open to consider other cities in Colombia?What kind of visa are you considering? Have you considered in the tax implications with staying over 183 days in Colombia?How is your Spanish? How is your ... Read More
Finding an apartment for length of 1-6 months by cab989898
Message: i am interested in determining if Medellin is the place i may want to lretire and possibly buy a property. But i need to first determine if i like living in medellin ,and learning the city and dermining where i want to live. I am looking ...
OsageArcher in the above is spot on.I am going on 16 years in/outside of Medellin and this is after exploring everywhere in Colombia since my first extended 5 month work assignment to Bogota in November of 1990 and just some advice:Staying at an ... Read More
Bank recommendations for opening an account in Colombia? by stealtannest3t
What banks do you recommend in Colombia? After 3+ years here I decided to take the plunge and open an account but have run into a few roadblocks. I have just used ATM's and stood in line in the past to pay bills that are only a few hundred USD a ...
Is not the photo option working.................... Read More
Bank recommendations for opening an account in Colombia? by stealtannest3t
What banks do you recommend in Colombia? After 3+ years here I decided to take the plunge and open an account but have run into a few roadblocks. I have just used ATM's and stood in line in the past to pay bills that are only a few hundred USD a ...
I've been with Bancolombia for a dozen years with multiple account (i.e credit cards, LOC, R.E. mortgage, debit cards, Nequi, etc.) and would do it all over again. Just saw this DAVI ad while walking in the Medellin metro this past weekend. Read More