Colombia Move is your trusted guide to expat life in Colombia. We cover visas, cost of living, neighborhoods, healthcare, banking, and everything you need to make a successful move — written by expats who have done it.
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Localiza is 30–50% cheaper than Hertz, Budget, and Sixt in Colombia, with 63 locations and a full app experience. Here’s my complete guide to renting a car as a foreigner.
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Your home country credit score is worthless in Colombia. Here’s how I use MiDataCrédito to track my credit, build my score with a cédula de extranjería, and why every expat should subscribe.
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Skip Airbnb and save 50–70% on rent in Colombia. Here's exactly how to use Facebook Marketplace to find apartments at local prices, negotiate with landlords, and avoid scams.
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EPS vs Prepagada in Colombia — which health insurance is right for expats? Sura, Colsanitas, and Compensar compared with real costs, coverage, wait times, and how to sign up in 2026.
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Do you owe taxes in Colombia? The 183-day rule explained — how tax residency works, what income gets taxed, how to count your days, and strategies to stay compliant in 2026.
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Airbnb vs renting an apartment in Medellín — real price comparison by neighborhood. How to save 50%+ by switching from Airbnb to a direct long-term rental in 2026.
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How to bring your dog or cat to Colombia — flight requirements, health certificates, vaccinations, airline policies, customs, and what to expect when you land in 2026.
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How much does it cost to retire in Colombia in 2026? Real monthly budgets for retirees — housing, healthcare, food, transport, and lifestyle costs in Medellín, Bogotá, and beyond.
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Should you ship your belongings to Colombia? Honest guide to international shipping costs, customs, what to bring in suitcases, and what to just buy when you arrive in 2026.
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The 25 essential apps for expats and digital nomads in Colombia — banking, transport, food delivery, language, healthcare, and everything you need on your phone in 2026.
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Is Colombia safe for women traveling alone? Honest safety guide for solo female travelers in 2026 — neighborhoods, transport, scams to avoid, and real tips from women who live here.
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Everything you need to know about internet in Colombia — mobile data, eSIMs, Wi-Fi speeds, best phone carriers, and how to stay connected as an expat or digital nomad in 2026.