Colombia, a welcoming destination to expats?

Cheryl Moderator

16300POSTS

last year

Hello everyone,

Settling in Colombia, like every new environment, can feel like stepping into the unknown and brings many questions: how will it go, how to integrate successfully, etc.
To help smooth this transition, we invite you to share your experience since you landed in Colombia, whether recently or a long ago:

What was your first impression when you arrived?

Did you face any challenges while integrating? Any advice on how to overcome them?

Are there any support programs, groups or events to help newcomers settle in?

Do you find it easy to make friends or connections with locals and fellow expats?

What makes Colombia a welcoming destination for expats?

Share your insights and experience.

Thank you for your contribution.

Cheryl
大咖福利影院 Team

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crabpc19481 Member

20POSTS

last year

Having a native speaker and a Colombian citizen for a partner is very helpful + I am also proficient in the Spanish language. I have visited several Colombian cities, but have chosen to settle in Popayan because my current partner and some of聽 her family live here. I have lived in Popayan for over a year now. It works for me.

The most difficult thing has been getting a visa, as there are a number of possible pitfalls.