@Adriana Gutierrez
American looking for information about Colombia
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Registration: 05 August 2017
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Surprising aspects of life in major Colombian cities (testimonials) by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone, I'm a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we're currently seeking testimonials for an upcoming article. If you are (or have ever been) an expat in a major Colombian city, what aspects of life there surprised you the most? Whether ...
I was surprised at all of the alternative systems for payments to accomodate the large percentage of the population who do not have checking accounts including:Corresponsal BancarioNequiEfectyAround the first of the month there will be long lines at ... Read More
Preventive care in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Colombia, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights on ...
@nico peligro For seniors, Sura offers Plan Complementario 60+ which in theory gives you access without referral to orthopedics, internal medicine, urology, cardiology and dermatology. That said, getting appointments in Rionegro is virtually ... Read More
Customs Challenge by GuestPoster11112
Hello All,I recently (naively) shipped a used laptop (2019 Macbook Pro) to a friend in Cali with insufficient documentation. It was an old work computer, so I didn't have an invoice or receipt to include. I simply indicated on the customs form ...
@GuestPoster11112 Smart man, welcome to Colombia. pick your battles, smile and don’t sweat the small stuff. Read More
Visa application and laywers by ccebhei
Hi all, I am not 6 weeks here and I want to apply for my digital nomad visa, am I best served with doing it online myself or with a laywer? If so, can someone recommend a good one and what are their fees?
@ccebhei I’ve used Daniel Sanchez, certified Colombian transla, very professional and easy to work with (tried messaging contact info and got error message. Maybe see if you can message me and I’ll reply with info) Read More
Visa application and laywers by ccebhei
Hi all, I am not 6 weeks here and I want to apply for my digital nomad visa, am I best served with doing it online myself or with a laywer? If so, can someone recommend a good one and what are their fees?
@ChineduOparaIs there a 90 day requirement for the FBI report? Read More
Taxation on Social Security? by nicoleadette
Hi everyone, I am so confused. I've tried researching this and I keep getting vague answers or wildly different conclusions, most of which don't seem to make much sense. If anyone can clarify and set me straight I will be incredibly grateful. I do ...
Not being fascetious…”most of which don't seem to make much sense”, welcome to Colombia. Don’t go there or you will drive yourself crazy. Embrace BIC = Because It’s Colombia.I agree you will get ... Read More
Expats currently living in Rio Negro Colombia by glennddavis8
Hello expats! I have been living in the Laurelles area of Medellin for the past few year but I am now interested in living outside Medellin in the Rio Negro area. I will be visiting Rio Negro soon and would like to meet up with any expat currently ...
CArtagena, Medellin, zona Cafetera (Salento, Filandia, Valle de Cocora), Amazon region. Read More
Expats currently living in Rio Negro Colombia by glennddavis8
Hello expats! I have been living in the Laurelles area of Medellin for the past few year but I am now interested in living outside Medellin in the Rio Negro area. I will be visiting Rio Negro soon and would like to meet up with any expat currently ...
We just built a house in El Carmen very close to San Antonio de Pereira. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and like cooler temps I recommend it. There are also plenty of apartments/condos in Rionegro and SAP but prices ... Read More
"Repatriation only" insurance? No travel, no medical. by rf2023
Haven't been able to find such a policy anywhere.I heard that SURA sells one, but it's a rumor unless I can confirm it (with them , eventually).Just wondering if anyone has knowledge of the existence of such a policy offered by either a Colombian ...
@rf2023. https://medjetassist.com Read More
An expat social media influencer said what? by Mr. Barley
When an influencer says something interesting that needs to be documented, and possibly rebutted, this thread serves that purpose, at least for me. Of course, I only follow a handful of Youtube channels at this time, although that may need to change ...
@Mr. Barley I spent a month in Pereira and a month in Armenia. Needed fans at night in both to sleep comfortably. Read More
Healthcare in Colombia - seeing a specialist by melanieclare
Hi!I’m relocating to Bogota later in the year. I’m 38 but have a couple of pre-existing medical conditions, and it seems near impossible to have these covered with private health insurance, and I have seen comments that it might even be ...
@cathyfholt pay a fixer to help you sign up. Its worth it! C*** should be able to help you. *** Read More
New Here, and I Have Questions!! by Remo Zimbaldi
Hi folks. My name is Ken. I introduced myself here several days ago, and was a little surprised to receive so many quick responses from very friendly people, welcoming me to the forum. Thank you so much for that!!If it's okay with everyone here, ...
@ChineduOpara We were able to apply online but you could not pay with a foreign credit or debit car. Wound ip going to closest migracion office to pay and finish process. Read More
New Here, and I Have Questions!! by Remo Zimbaldi
Hi folks. My name is Ken. I introduced myself here several days ago, and was a little surprised to receive so many quick responses from very friendly people, welcoming me to the forum. Thank you so much for that!!If it's okay with everyone here, ...
@HutchX2020 you sre wrong about not being able to sign up for EPS. The basic EPS program is mandatory, it’s the extensive prepagado supplemental plan which is not available to >63? Once you’ve been on EPS for 6 months you ... Read More
Residency Visa based on Marriage by Adaptivemigrant
Hi,Here are the general questions I have to apply for residency based on marriage with a Colombian woman:1) How long one should know the Colombian woman before marriage to be eligible to apply for a Colombian residency visa?2) How long one should ...
@nico peligro "I would like to find a Colombian lady and get married to and apply for a Migrant Marriage visa"If that isn’t a formula for disaster I don’t know what is! Read More
Odd contact requests by paddyroyal
Hi,For some reason, I have been getting random contact requests, always from men ,who say basically nothing about themselves and are always in another part of the world. Is this happening for anyone else?
I get them occasionally, including one this past week. Most masquerade as buff, macho military types. I assume they are preying on lonely women, hoping to score a Sugar Daddy situation. (The most recent one I got was in response to ... Read More