lunamick
American expat in Colombia
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Going to Venezuela : Good or bad idea ? by Kevinrellsworth
Hi I'm Kevin new to this forum. Thank you for accepting me I'm a US citizen thinking about going to Venezuela state department says no I've traveled throughout Mexico all of Central America as well as South America except for Venezuela good idea or ...
@Kevinrellsworth maybe safer than some parts of Colombia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PXbplqnQ2U Read More
Going to Venezuela : Good or bad idea ? by Kevinrellsworth
Hi I'm Kevin new to this forum. Thank you for accepting me I'm a US citizen thinking about going to Venezuela state department says no I've traveled throughout Mexico all of Central America as well as South America except for Venezuela good idea or ...
There are some youtube videos, need a visa if your are a US citizen. 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
its all about the Fed, If recession hits US rates could fall everywhere, but if inflation is sticky and rates remain high, the dollar may soar again, nobody knows Read More
Tourist visa update for 10 January 2024 by rraypo
Tourist eVisa's for Australian, Canadian and US citizens.Brazil has officially launched the eVisa portal:https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/This means that, if you are travelling with an Australian, Canadian, or USA passport, and will enter Brazil on or ...
is this true? exemption >90 daysType of visa required: Luckily US citizens are visa-exempt for a period of 90 days. However, some countries are not visa-exempt and will therefore need to apply for a Brazil Tourist Visa. Brazil visa cost: The ... Read More
U.S. Social Security Form 7162 by alan279
Bom dia. Does Form 7162 have to be mailed to Pennsylvania, or is there a way to file it online?
@alan279Hvae you contacted the US embassy in Brazil to see if rhey do road shows like they do here in Colombia? Here is an example The U.S. Embassy in Colombia is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit ... Read More
Colombia transfers
This was posted on another expat board DIAN are starting a new system in the New Year whereby ATM providers are now going to have to inform them of all withdrawals using Foreign Cards, and any multiple transaction using the same cardI dont have an ... Read More
Quality beef rib eyes by Lpdiver
Any idea how much per pound or kilo a good quality ribeye would run in Colombia? Medellin in particular.lpd
Well i think pricesmart i saw about 15 a pound which is cheaper tha the USBut maybe my conversion is off double check it Read More
Expat Inquiry - Apartment Rentals Availabiltiy in Medellin by Johnny Earl
I am a retired US senior citizen, single (widow of 10 years) moving to somewhere in Latin America. I lived in Guadalajara, MX for 6 years in the 80s and I still speak a better than basic conversational Spanish. Guadalajara is very expensive, at ...
Could a retiree live off of $1,500 a month in Envigado and Sabaneta ? You could but imho it would be tight, we are talking apt unfurnished between 500 and 700 doable. you have to furnish it. you could probably find an airbb for 700 furnished but ... Read More
Expat Inquiry - Apartment Rentals Availabiltiy in Medellin by Johnny Earl
I am a retired US senior citizen, single (widow of 10 years) moving to somewhere in Latin America. I lived in Guadalajara, MX for 6 years in the 80s and I still speak a better than basic conversational Spanish. Guadalajara is very expensive, at ...
@Johnny EarlThen walk around the good neighborhoods. call the phone numbers on the apts with signs or go into to buildings, offer the poetros a few bucks if they connect you to an apartment you rent, just my tips good luck Read More
Expat Inquiry - Apartment Rentals Availabiltiy in Medellin by Johnny Earl
I am a retired US senior citizen, single (widow of 10 years) moving to somewhere in Latin America. I lived in Guadalajara, MX for 6 years in the 80s and I still speak a better than basic conversational Spanish. Guadalajara is very expensive, at ...
Envigado or Sabanetta i live in Envigado 3 bedroom walk up 4thh floor.Safe neighborhood DoradoDo you speak spanish?Walk around plenty of signs, go into the big buidings in Sabanetta abot 15 min walk from metro speak to the doormen, offer a tip to ... Read More
Does a 401k need to be reported as a foreign asset by uknwn0424
For those of y'all that have filed a "declaracion de renta before", do y'all report your 401k as an asset in formulario 160. I'm not retired, so I don't get payouts and don't have access to my 401k without having to pay penalties, so was curious ...
Do they still check your prior 12 months to see if you kept paying insurance?I had heard thatI have a 3 year that doesnt expire until 25 Read More
Does a 401k need to be reported as a foreign asset by uknwn0424
For those of y'all that have filed a "declaracion de renta before", do y'all report your 401k as an asset in formulario 160. I'm not retired, so I don't get payouts and don't have access to my 401k without having to pay penalties, so was curious ...
@nico peligroI cancelled my Eps way to expensive for most stuff, I have a very good emergency travel insurance,I usually go back to US every 3 months for a quick visit, so i have US medical insurance, When i renew i am hoping they accept a good ... Read More
Spanish to Portugese?
I live between Colombia and Costa Rica,I am a native English speaker and almost fluent in SpanishI hate to learn a new Language but Brazil intrigues me and i am bored in CRWe used to have neighbors in Fl that only spoke PortugueseSpanish flowed much ... Read More
Does a 401k need to be reported as a foreign asset by uknwn0424
For those of y'all that have filed a "declaracion de renta before", do y'all report your 401k as an asset in formulario 160. I'm not retired, so I don't get payouts and don't have access to my 401k without having to pay penalties, so was curious ...
I posted this in the the other chat we have 2 simultaneous chats on the same sitebut from Langon site also the German lawyer who in my opinion is the best told me this 5 years agothats why i split time somewhere elseLangons website #2Option 2: File ... Read More
Payment of taxes in colombia by ooleon68
I live in Cali about 9 mos out of the yr. do I have to pay taxes here on pension money I bring to my bank account in Colombia? Any info is appreciated. Thank you
From their website langon"Option 2: File and Pay Based on 鈥淐olombian-Only鈥� ActivityAs explained in our Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia series, some local accountants interpret local rules as allowing foreign tax payers the opportunity ... Read More
Does a 401k need to be reported as a foreign asset by uknwn0424
For those of y'all that have filed a "declaracion de renta before", do y'all report your 401k as an asset in formulario 160. I'm not retired, so I don't get payouts and don't have access to my 401k without having to pay penalties, so was curious ...
@nico peligroThanks for the detailed explanation.Question if you have a retirement visa then you dont have to pay for EPS? Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@nico peligroNico you no nothing about me and you continue to try and call me outI am calling Bs? My point to you is stop trying to mind read, you know nothing about anyone except what they postI can see you cant stick to what you know, you dont ... Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@nico peligrofor you its play the field if you are single looking to."play the field" romantically, just come to Colombia as a tourist. Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@nico peligrothats the way you see it buddy. Must be true for you, not me not every buddy is wrinkly old gringo chasing dirt poor women.Sad for you that you put everyone in the same basket as yourself. Do me a favor to try to mind read someone ... Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@nico peligro"Also M茅xico is stilll very expat friendly," Isnt Mexico much more expensive than Colombia because of Mexicos strong peso due to many factors? Also Argentina for me to dfar from USA and i have heard the dating scene is not as ... Read More
Colombia visa application wont change status by Wale Taiwo
I applied for colombia visa online and uploaded all document and paid for application study. and got application confirmation email. almost over a month now the application status has not. changed . I check application. it shows application study ...
@mtbeNicedid you get 1 year? Retirement? Also what medical insurance did you have? Thanks Read More
Is Colombia becoming less friendly towads expats!! by HutchX2020
Cancellaria is deliberly delaying visas aplications in order for you to break the time continuity in Colombia so they don't give out residency visas!!!There are tons of stories on expat groups recently of massive delays of visas taking up 75 days to ...
You like here it depends on who you talk to, luck of the draw Read More
Is Colombia becoming less friendly towads expats!! by HutchX2020
Cancellaria is deliberly delaying visas aplications in order for you to break the time continuity in Colombia so they don't give out residency visas!!!There are tons of stories on expat groups recently of massive delays of visas taking up 75 days to ...
" you don't want to be making any visa applications at the Colombian embassy in Houston."Can you explain?My buddy was denied in Medellin after many years then filed in Texas and was approved Read More
Taxes in Colombia by Allankwnyc
Hi guys, I have been living in Barranquilla for a few months now and have been reading a few posts here about tax law in Colombia. I am a US citizen that pays taxes there. If I I reside in Colombia more than 180 days, I can be completely taxed ...
Dont forget world wide assets above 550,000 USD not sure of the exact total but i believe im close Read More
Taxes in Colombia by Allankwnyc
Hi guys, I have been living in Barranquilla for a few months now and have been reading a few posts here about tax law in Colombia. I am a US citizen that pays taxes there. If I I reside in Colombia more than 180 days, I can be completely taxed ...
Colombia Personal Income Tax RateIn Colombia, the Personal Income Tax Rate is a tax collected from individuals and is imposed on different sources of income like labour, pensions, interest and dividends. The benchmark we use refers to the Top ... Read More
Taxes in Colombia by Allankwnyc
Hi guys, I have been living in Barranquilla for a few months now and have been reading a few posts here about tax law in Colombia. I am a US citizen that pays taxes there. If I I reside in Colombia more than 180 days, I can be completely taxed ...
Ha i should have a template. 80,000 subtract your home country taxes paid(if not already in the adjusted fiqure) and i am guessing 30% plus of that. It aint pretty imhoofcourse i am no accountant 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
Well if they have trouble finding buyers for bonds, US rates will need to rise more and the USD will go up, Europe may have to start cutting already in recession, USD/EUR $ will rise. I follow the currency market closely most "experts" have been ... Read More
USD DXY strength bullish?
https://www.google.com/finance/quote/USD-COP?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjy_c2MzfKAAxXASjABHZSdCrwQmY0JegQIJRAn&window=1M Read More
Is Colombia becoming less friendly towads expats!! by HutchX2020
Cancellaria is deliberly delaying visas aplications in order for you to break the time continuity in Colombia so they don't give out residency visas!!!There are tons of stories on expat groups recently of massive delays of visas taking up 75 days to ...
@mtbe "'enhanced'Like collecting the wealth tax ha ha ha ha , i havent seen it happen with the expats here yet. I am sure its on their radar but getting digitized and coperation is a whole nother thing.Many things are unenhanced here so palms can be ... Read More
Online bank accounts by antonioggriffin
Are there any online bank accounts that don't require a handful of documents I don't have?Any expats open an bank account as a foreigner?
Question about a bank account. If you have a visa and do not renew it. Would i lose my bancolombia account too? Read More
35 Interesting Facts About Ecuador You Might Not Know 2023
https://theboutiqueadventurer.com/facts-about-ecuador/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=user%2FAllAboutFacts#google_vignette Read More
Visiting Aug 20 to 23 How is nightlife ? by cartbeforehorse
How is the nightlife..bars..etc on weekdays ( sun-tues) this time of year?聽Is it going to be good or dead?聽Where should I go?
CC you gotta admit 23 expats in 7 months aint nothing to blink at even for tight rope walkers Read More
Visiting Aug 20 to 23 How is nightlife ? by cartbeforehorse
How is the nightlife..bars..etc on weekdays ( sun-tues) this time of year?聽Is it going to be good or dead?聽Where should I go?
Just be careful in Medellin with the bars, never leave your drink out of your eyesight. But why not see the city, just google lots of fun things to do, just google Read More
Accuracy of the youtube Gran Colombia channel- Colombia over Ecuador
This was my first time watching.He was not to positive on Ecuador.This is a long term opinion.Colombia less coruption?I thought it was an interesting comparison butnot sure if it is accurate, but i really dont know Read More
CCC or others ..stamping of passport between Colombia and Ecuador by nico peligro
CCC..you make the land Journey between Colombia and Ecuador a lot I understand.My question to you or anyone else, is it mandatory to get your passport stamped crossing the border between Ecuador and Colombia? Or to put it another way is it easy to ...
@nico peligro curious besides Venezulans, what happens to someone(gringo) who enters the country illegally?Banned for many years? Have there been any cases? Would hate to spend even a day waiting in a jail cell waiting to be deported.now that visas ... Read More
CCC or others ..stamping of passport between Colombia and Ecuador by nico peligro
CCC..you make the land Journey between Colombia and Ecuador a lot I understand.My question to you or anyone else, is it mandatory to get your passport stamped crossing the border between Ecuador and Colombia? Or to put it another way is it easy to ...
@Mr. Barley Also tourist trip. Was it a day trip? must have been Read More
I was saddening to learn what happened yesterday in Quito. by lunamick
I am delaying my trip to Ecuador and see how things pan out.Hopefully this is a turning point for the country.I am curious to hear expats opinions that are living in Ecuador.
Lets hope not Read More
Wealth tax and 401k by Cristy1977
Hello. Does anybody know if 401k and IRA balances count for the wealth tax calcularion? Thanks
Does anyone have an idea why the US and Colombia do not have a tax treaty?Could it be that so many dual citizens from Colombia make the US thier homeand Uncle Sam does not want exempt them from paying US taxes?Most only visit Colombia for short ... Read More
I was saddening to learn what happened yesterday in Quito.
I am delaying my trip to Ecuador and see how things pan out.Hopefully this is a turning point for the country.I am curious to hear expats opinions that are living in Ecuador. Read More
Figuring out my expenses for life in Ecuador... by juliet1980
I鈥檝e been trying to figure out approximately how much more affordable would it really be if I were able to move to Ecuador in a few years to live by myself鈥�1.How much does private health insurance cost in Ecuador? In the US it is ...
@elcirculo090 Thanks for the information, this may seem petty but one of the things i love about Medellin and San Jose is that they have a pricesmart, When i was traveling thru Ecuador i did not find anything like that. Do you know of a large store ... Read More
Figuring out my expenses for life in Ecuador... by juliet1980
I鈥檝e been trying to figure out approximately how much more affordable would it really be if I were able to move to Ecuador in a few years to live by myself鈥�1.How much does private health insurance cost in Ecuador? In the US it is ...
@rkg695 Wow thanks, I currently live between Costa Rica and Medellin, I love Medellin but i dont stay more thank 180 days because of the tax laws, I spent 6 weeks in Ecuador less than 2 years ago, Salinas was nice, I love Banos but to far from the ... Read More
Wealth tax and 401k by Cristy1977
Hello. Does anybody know if 401k and IRA balances count for the wealth tax calcularion? Thanks
@Mr. Barley " they could ask for your 1040 or other documentation to verify your income for purposes of EPS."Most people like me use social security and they usually ask for that letter and bank statements for X amount of time.At least my last visa ... Read More
Exports plumment Colombia
https://www.bloomberglinea.com/latinoamerica/colombia/exportaciones-colombianas-se-desplomaron-27-en-junio-y-bajan-13-en-primer-semestre/Exportaciones colombianas se desplomaron 27% en junio y bajan 13% en primer semestreSolamente durante el sexto ... Read More
Wealth tax and 401k by Cristy1977
Hello. Does anybody know if 401k and IRA balances count for the wealth tax calcularion? Thanks
@Cristy1977聽Technicaly yes, but i have yet to find a expat that pays it or Dian hunt an expat down, but most people with wealth stay less than 182 days or ignore it, but they will take donations Me i love to travel have family in CR so it is ... Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@Mr. Barley I think you would be a good one, appreciate all the info Read More
Receiving SMS's sent from abroad? by emerald788
Hi, I have a Movistar/Tigo SIM card and I noticed I cannot receive SMS's sent from overseas. I sometimes need to get verification SMS's, etc. Does anybody know if there is a trick to getting SMS's like this? Maybe a SIM with another network like ...
@orgullodemexico I think Tigo used to sell this device but stopped. I did not realize you could use Jetpack(i believe verizion) or MiFi( Tmobile?) hereare we talking about the same thing? By activation do you mean you need to have a US data plan ... Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
@Jean Louis23 good post, seems like they cant or dont keep track of Atm or foreigh CC purchases from people i talk to that live more than 6 months.But iam not sure since i am not a tax resisdent Read More
LIVING IN rIO nEGRO by Texas Bred
Anyone have any thoughts about the living conditions in Rio Negro? Want to know if it's safe to live there and what activities for the Old Texas Boy can do in the town?
@ChipW Thanks Chip, How is the transit into Medellin? I know mass transit is sxcellent in most of Colombia.Is there a direct bus? Most direct buses still seem to make a lot of stops. It seems like its an hour away from MedellinI have settled in ... Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manab铆 Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
CC aside from being in the "game"Arent tourists in Cuenca generally safe? Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
Nico"I have never heard of any one paying the wealth tax."Agree but to be safe and because i love to travel and have roots in CRi stay only 180 daysAnyone on the board who has paid the wealth tax? Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
@cccmedia I believe if your not in the game it literally has no impact on my daily life so it not a worry for me.Now if it brings violence then the anty is upped, Pickpockets are the most common. In over 30 years of traveling living in Latin ... Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
@wlabarge "can you expand on how the drug trade affects the quality of life there?" You mean the building craze and luxury cars? Like Brickell in Miami?I am half joking and i know there are many innocent victims of the drug trade. But it is a ... Read More
Are Colombia expats underpaying their EPS obligation? by Mr. Barley
intentionally or not, I have routinely seen expats stating they are paying the minimum required by law for independents, which is $1,160,000 x 12.5% = 145,,000 pesos. 145,000 pesos at conversion rate of 4,100 to 1$ = 35 U.S. dollars.Not ...
@nico peligroagree Panama too hot and expensive, I have family in Costa Rica but its to small in terms of pueblo pequeno, infierno grande,My exwifes family is there and i like my privacy. I have alot of friends there, I was thinking Ecuador but just ... Read More
Are Colombia expats underpaying their EPS obligation? by Mr. Barley
intentionally or not, I have routinely seen expats stating they are paying the minimum required by law for independents, which is $1,160,000 x 12.5% = 145,,000 pesos. 145,000 pesos at conversion rate of 4,100 to 1$ = 35 U.S. dollars.Not ...
@nico peligro Thats why after 11 years I am looking for a more sable country to locate to. Yana you are not alone, What countries are you considering?I split my time in Costa Rica, i have roots there but i spent 6 weeks in Ecuador, i am gonna go ... Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
I met an expat who once told me his theory, If they start pressuring all the Colombians and Expats with wealth and income that spend more than 183 days a year they could lose much more in revenue. These people are buying real estae spending big ... Read More
How do I get mail from the US? by khobbs40
I was just filling out my foreign medical program paperwork for the VA and they ask for a mailing address which makes me wonder about the mail system in Colombia and how I will get my mail reliably from the United States. Things like social security ...
@Mr. Barley My virtual mailbox gives me the option to recycle for free instead of scan.i recycle almost everything Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
@Tommy Lee70 Agreed, I bump into expats all the time that just ignore the tax thing.It is true there are many expats living in Colombiaon a small check, who can blame them, There are many with big assets outside of Colombiaand not one i have spoken ... Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
@lunamick Glad i only stay less than 6 Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
@Mr. Barley From the blog "Even if you 1. were a tax resident in 2022 and/or 2. engaged in certain Colombian-related activities it doesn鈥檛 necessarily mean you actually have to file taxes in Colombia. You would be required to file taxes if:the ... Read More
Are Colombia Expats underpaying their income & wealth tax? by Mr. Barley
I will be researching that question further, but in the meantime, there is a new blog post by the law firm of Langon titled "Filing Personal Taxes in Colombia: A Comprehensive Guide 2023".No link to be provided.
From the blog "Even if you 1. were a tax resident in 2022 and/or 2. engaged in certain Colombian-related activities it doesn鈥檛 necessarily mean you actually have to file taxes in Colombia. You would be required to file taxes if:the gross net ... Read More
Certificate of Deposit (CDT) -- 17 % annual return? by cccmedia
On an obscure 大咖福利影院 thread concerningpotential USA debt default, a poster suggestedinvesting in a Certificado de Dep贸sitode T茅rmino (CDT) at one of the Colombianfinancial institutions.According to a list e-published at ...
@mtbe everything has risk especially 14% even in the US, Backed by the full faith in Who?Even the most secure creditor in the world is having trouble findingbuyers for the debt Read More
Certificate of Deposit (CDT) -- 17 % annual return? by cccmedia
On an obscure 大咖福利影院 thread concerningpotential USA debt default, a poster suggestedinvesting in a Certificado de Dep贸sitode T茅rmino (CDT) at one of the Colombianfinancial institutions.According to a list e-published at ...
You can get 14% in the USA with certain Etfs that contain higher quality "junk" bonds, The higher the rate in any market the more riskier the investment Read More
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Colombia, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We鈥檇 love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: ...
Good stuff CC Read More
Very interesting article about Cuenca
I am thinking of switching from Colombia/Costa Rica to Colombia/Ecuador. Although Cuenca seems pretty chilly at ... Read More
Colombia Visa Hell, 2023 by Mr. Barley
Alejandra, associate of star visa facilitator James L., has a pair of new blog posts, including one offering tips for visa applications in 2023.Here is an excerpt:Some persons are having to pursue visas for up to 6 months. We have seen many people ...
@Mr. Barley do you have a link to the blog? Read More
Life in Quito by rkg695
I鈥檓 curious what experiences others have had living in Quito (between paros please); What areas are recommended / desireable with regards to amenities, transportation, parks / plazas, services, food, medical, safety? Anyone familiar with ...
@Mr. Barley I did this in Medellin for years for 23$ a month for a nice private locker, enough for 10 to 15 suitcases, thanks for the heads up, i love to travel with only a small backpack, Read More
Life in Quito by rkg695
I鈥檓 curious what experiences others have had living in Quito (between paros please); What areas are recommended / desireable with regards to amenities, transportation, parks / plazas, services, food, medical, safety? Anyone familiar with ...
@Mr. Barley would you need a car in Cumbay谩? If i remember from my short visit it seems not close to the city center. Read More
Thinking about moving to Medellin by Temptingmango
Hi everyone, My name is Maby. I am thinking about moving to Medellin at the end of summer 2019. My daughter would be finished with elementary school and I would like her to do middle school and high school in Colombia which is what's ...
@Temptingmango Hi I love Envigado, I have an apartment there but only spend 6 months to avoid paying taxes. Technically not Medellin but so close i dont notice the 1 metro stop. Sabanetta is also an option. I have lived all over Medellin, Pobalado, ... Read More
Life in Quito by rkg695
I鈥檓 curious what experiences others have had living in Quito (between paros please); What areas are recommended / desireable with regards to amenities, transportation, parks / plazas, services, food, medical, safety? Anyone familiar with ...
What are the monthly rents in a comfortable 2 bedroom in Quito? Read More
How do expats live in Colombia as undocumented immigrants? by Mr. Barley
With the new rules that went into effect around October 2022 for qualifying and renewing M visas, I think there are expats who will be no longer be able to renew their visa but will nonetheless decide to stay in Colombia and live in the "shadows." ...
Its not just the visa siutation in Colombia, it is the tax on foreign income which could drive someone to consider this. But for the tax thing i know many gringos and Colombians living in Colombia with assets and income over seas that pay nothing ... Read More
CCC or others ..stamping of passport between Colombia and Ecuador by nico peligro
CCC..you make the land Journey between Colombia and Ecuador a lot I understand.My question to you or anyone else, is it mandatory to get your passport stamped crossing the border between Ecuador and Colombia? Or to put it another way is it easy to ...
@nico peligro The only problem is if you are traveling to a major city like Medellin it is a long trip by bus, Some people say flying wiuld live a digital footprint buy i doubt Colombia is that organized, I just like the intrigue of it. With the ... Read More
How do expats live in Colombia as undocumented immigrants? by Mr. Barley
With the new rules that went into effect around October 2022 for qualifying and renewing M visas, I think there are expats who will be no longer be able to renew their visa but will nonetheless decide to stay in Colombia and live in the "shadows." ...
Where can you get a stamp on a piece a paper? Everything is electronic now. Read More
How do expats live in Colombia as undocumented immigrants? by Mr. Barley
With the new rules that went into effect around October 2022 for qualifying and renewing M visas, I think there are expats who will be no longer be able to renew their visa but will nonetheless decide to stay in Colombia and live in the "shadows." ...
The one idea i heard someone discussing is get and Ecuadorian visa(easier?) enter Ecuador by air and then cross the border without stopping, i am not advocating becasue if you get caught i think you could be deported with 6 or 7 years of no entry Read More
How do expats live in Colombia as undocumented immigrants? by Mr. Barley
With the new rules that went into effect around October 2022 for qualifying and renewing M visas, I think there are expats who will be no longer be able to renew their visa but will nonetheless decide to stay in Colombia and live in the "shadows." ...
I think you could easily cross between Ecuador and Colombia but unless you had an Ecuadorian visa you would have issues in Ecuador to fly out Read More
Bank routing number for Bancolombia? Anybody? Please by hikingwithu
I've searched the web, spoke to a bank branch manager and used the online chat for Bancolombia and I cannot get a normal bank routing number to use in the online form for the stimulus check from the US. What's the problem? The routing number ...
@OsageArcher Hi question about Daviviendas branch in Miami. Can i open an account and deposit money in the US and withdraw it in Colombia? I currently have Banco de Colombia. I am also having a hard time registering for Daviplata, it wont accept my ... Read More
Best Cities to Live in South America by cccmedia
Medell铆n, Colombia, tops the list of Best Placeson this continent, according to Go Visa Free'stop-ten list for 2023.The accompanying article posts the fact ofthe Paisa capital's year-round spring-like weatheras one reason for the city's high ...
I want to investigate Cuenca to split with Envigado, I have lived in several barrios in Medellin, I think Envigado and Sabanetta are better than Medellin if i was to get more specific Read More
Clarifying Tax on U.S. Expats in Colombia by voyager39
I've read through some summaries of the taxation of U.S. expats in CO and am still unclear on some points. I'm hoping to clear up a couple of items here. There is apparently a determination of a presumptive minimum income of 3% of all ...
@nico peligro How many wealthy Colombians live in Colombia? Many live in Miami now, Juannes is pratically the mayor of South Beach Shakira Maluma Miami is loaded with wealthy Colombians even more in the past few years Read More
Old new posts mixed
Is there anyway to have home page open up with the newest posts listed first. Here when i come to the forum posts from years ago appear with posts a few minutes ago? A Read More