If you married in the United States or Canada and one spouse is a Colombian citizen, registering the marriage in Colombia is an important step. The registration creates a Colombian...
Foreign nationals can legally get married in Colombia, whether they are marrying a Colombian citizen or another foreigner. In most cases, the marriage can be completed before a Colombian notary...
Marrying a Colombian citizen can provide a pathway to legally live and work in Colombia. However, marriage does not automatically grant immigration status, permanent residency or Colombian citizenship. A foreign...
Last updated: June 2026 Increasing the capital of a Colombian company may be necessary when the business needs additional funding, plans to admit a new investor, wants to strengthen its...
Last updated: June 2026 Foreign investors acquiring real estate, contributing capital to a Colombian company or participating in another qualifying investment must understand Colombia’s foreign exchange registration rules. Registering foreign...
Mandatory Colombian Resident Visa Transfer Before October 31, 2026: Who Must Apply? Last updated: June 2026 Foreign nationals holding certain Colombian permanent resident visas must complete a mandatory visa transfer...
Retiring abroad is a major life decision that requires careful planning-especially financially. In 2026, Colombia remains one of the most attractive retirement destinations in Latin America due to its quality...
Every year, the Colombian government sets the new Minimum Monthly Legal Wage (Salario Mínimo Mensual Legal Vigente – SMMLV), a number that impacts workers, businesses, expats, and financial planning for...
Moving to Colombia can be an exciting life decision-whether you’re relocating for business, retirement, investment, or lifestyle reasons. However, many expats unknowingly make serious legal and tax mistakes that can...