ernietorricelli9
Costa Rican expat in Colombia
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Registration: 27 July 2021
Moving to Colombia solo by Cheryl
Hello everybody, Moving to Colombia is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing for ...
Cheryl : Great : i live in medellin and travel avianca frequenty : Triathlete coacH in latin america for USA sports,conglamerate. Heres my advice: Have a,plan Have enough money to support plan + contingency Stay away from toxic people places and ... Read More
Investing... What Colombia Expats Like by cccmedia
On an 天美麻豆 thread about Medellin/cost of living .. the OP, Liber87 from Hungary currently living in France, asked about investments. Liber is eager to invest in Colombia although he seemed uncertain about which direction(s) to go. He ...
This is not New York Stock Exchange / American Stock Exchange OTC or Euro stock exchange funding new IPO for investment and growth / investor and buyer be aware Read More
Investing... What Colombia Expats Like by cccmedia
On an 天美麻豆 thread about Medellin/cost of living .. the OP, Liber87 from Hungary currently living in France, asked about investments. Liber is eager to invest in Colombia although he seemed uncertain about which direction(s) to go. He ...
Thanks / Great info / There is some gem investment opportunities in developing countries - no risk -- no rewards Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :)
I was involved with drug enforcement in prior life and colombians drug traffickers fill the usa penetentiaries / they are scum and distgusting Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :)
Thanks / sad yes / i do not associate with colombianos / they are not honest integrity or trustworthy / they steal from americans at every opportunity period Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Papaya : funny : not sad I am retired sofrware executive and successful triathlete coach for major usa, enterprise living finiancally secure and well high end - *** Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Yes thiefs are global not only colombia / i am in medellin right now / last monday at noon i was riding bike and went by a small booth that said 'Claro Recargo'. I said just what i need. Spun back and put bike on side of booth. Walked 5 ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Yea / thats later list but necessary before big move Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
I am triathlete coach and probably spent 3 months in santa marta . I like santa marta taganga parque tyrona but like all / you need to watch yourself. Gringos are on the radar. I have had a bike stolen when locked - two cellphones stolen ftom right ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Last but not least a valid 10 year passport Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
You need to put together a portfolia of all important documents before leaving the usa including usernames and passwords. Portfolio should include Birth certificate Hugh school graduation College graduation Social security card USA Banking / Debit ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Hola / I have taken spanish classes and my spanish is not the best but i can function / i find that knowing the body language is as important. I know alot of americans and we talk in english and my spanish brain cells need to be then rewired after ... Read More
Border crossing: Ipiales to Tulcan? by Marquezdl
Does anyone know the current situation regarding crossing the border from Colombia to Ecuador at Ipiales/Tulcan with an American passport? I know that Ecuador does not require a special visa, but my question is regarding the current status of the ...
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All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Ronaldo / talk to tax accountnant / there is laws / you are constructing to support your own scenerio. I am a united states citizen and have two cedula 3 year cedula cards and file colombian taxes for past 4 years. Why do i do that because i am ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Great / i am triathlete coach for major usa global sports company assigned to latin america - conduct clinics for usa brits and euro ironmans. $5,000 USD per week per person. Clinics,are,in costa rica panama ecuador every month. I am from california ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Your funny / like your photo - just what i expected Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
I was in santa elena this weekend and beautiful little town - close to medellin but far enough away that you dont have to deal with constant harassment for money thieving and the venuzuela mafia thugs. Some thing you might want to consider. PS : I ... Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Not true / my accountant showed me in her office the bank information she has access to. Encompassing whether used cedula or RUT. You can run but not hide Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
You are so right / until i found my current accountant i talked with about five accountants and attorneys and fired five. *** Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Dian has access to your bank/atm transactions info when you use your foreign (ie bank of America ) debit card at colombia bank atm Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Keep it simple file your taxes Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Good Luck / keep it simple and file Read More
Vax locations in Manizales
CC Media / Who told you that : you are misinformed and should stop sending this stupid stuff on the media 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 ...
Sure / you are in colombia / everybody will gringo guoge. Have nots want the haves have. I have a simple solution - No - F*** Y** that is global acceptable 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 ...
Simple / integrity works Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Ronaldo / tourist visas are good for 90 days plus,90 days of extension which is 180 days over 1 year and not calendar year. DIAN tax filng is 183 days of more. Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Yes large sports complex that was site of latin america olympic games 10 years ago. Awesome place 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 ...
Ronaldo / i am not a tax accountant thats why i hired a competent and skilled tax firm to provide those services. I can prove name etv to you. Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Yes / colombia banks have readily available tansaction records of all atm trsnsctions both local and foreign issued debit/credit cards. DIAN has access to those records. Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Great / for november use one of the pools at estadio. I pay the 120,000 por mes with unlimited access and can use the gym. Estadio is a large sports complex but is broken up into about 10 sports units. Each sports unit specializes in a particular ... Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Doug / Exactly - colombia DIAN Shifts there tax template every year. A competent a tax accountant who stsys abreast of these tax change shifts is the best solution. I know numerous expats who play the 'Head in the Sand wont catch me ' ... Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Diksha : The best decision on colombia taxes is the hiring of a young entrepreneur competent and skill financial planning and taxation accounting firm. I have filed the last 3 years and sleep good at night knowing i am doing the right thing. Cheers Read More
New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Colombia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
The best place to connect is international coffee shops / alot of expats safe and free of being robbed Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
No / Thats what you want to believe and your personal perspective. Be enlughtened by talking to skilled tax acountant and DIAN agent. Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Nico / you are getting too much bad info and talking to expats who are out of touch. Every expat has there own spin / they end up paying fines or deported. Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Yes it is / your visa and cedula number are basically your social number in colombia - DIAN knows that and have systems in placd to track your transaction and money movement at banks and atms in colinbia from foreign banks. Read More
Form to avoid the ~30% tax on importing personal/used items by mtbe
Is there a form we would need to fill out to avoid the ~30% tax when importing personal (used) items into Colombia? We are sending just a few boxes. I thought I read somewhere that if a Colombian (my spouse) was outside of the country for a ...
Talk to competent tax accountant Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
DIAN Knows every ATM transaction when you use your Bank America debit card in colombia territory - same with transfers Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
I now have competent and skillful tax accountant in medellin. I have fired 3 ither psuedo colimbia accountants. I was in her office and using my cedula,card sho showed me what information DIAN has access to and it is encompassing. Colombia,has made ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Is barbosa nice / why the shift Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
If you go to any latino section in the united states ie miami orlando jackson heights spanush harlem etc. English speaking stops when you enter and the loud bongo music starts. Thats the culture and you will not change that Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Excellent / being fluent in spanish definitely helps / i dont think 10% of the colombian population speaks english and i dont think they want to eather. Is a colombian latino proud thing. If you dont speak spanish colombians view you as being ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Thank you for your comments / i am on my second 3 year cedula and medellin is my homd base. I have my support team of eps sura medical , visa agency, tax accountant and attorney in medellin and is working well. I travel alot all over colombia and ... Read More
Palomino life by LuciaCortes91
Hello! I recently traveled to Palomino and fell in love. I am considering moving there, however, I would like to know if anybody knows of good long term rental properties. Since it麓s a small town, I am finding it quite difficult to find any ...
Glad you like my spelling / great for 5th graders Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
I think medellin should be your first stop - many vibrant expats here to advise - has good suppirt professionals for vusas attirneys etc. Get your bearibgs and fly cheap for weekend and checkout santa marta cartegena san andres etc. Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Yes / check that out and how you will live financially here. When you get cedula card - colombia social security number they know more about you than you do. I can speak from experience. Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
I think you right in some ways about the high influx of immigrabts - when that happens in any country it brings crime drugs prostites and mental illness and homeless. I recentlt returned from coaching assignment in santa marta taganga parque tyrina ... Read More
Palomino life by LuciaCortes91
Hello! I recently traveled to Palomino and fell in love. I am considering moving there, however, I would like to know if anybody knows of good long term rental properties. Since it麓s a small town, I am finding it quite difficult to find any ...
I spent two hours in palomina last year / got off bus / cheched out the place for while and jumped on next bus out - low class rondeviiu Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Thats true / i am part of close expat group.of true trustworthy friends advisors in medellin / we meet at coffee shops joke and talk alot love to chat abou two afro - americans here on sex mission for young latino babes on bucket list. they ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
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Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Travel to medellin / call me 312 *** / i have many trustworthy friends that will advise / your choices / smart choices - smart results Never met expats in costa rics panama nicarugia ecuador colombia that married latin women worked out well / ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
Great / you sound as if you have found the life formula,for success,that fits your lifestyle. I attended UCLA, and lived in santa monica,and charleston south carolina. I have also found my passion living. Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Great thanks for clarification / if you stay out of colombia for more than 183 days contigious your cedula is null and void - so kind of mute issue Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
The process is simple. - hire a competent tax account. - get a RUT / colombia tax id. - tax accountant will advise what information you need to gather for filing. - File DIAN form 210 each september for previous year. DIAN has access to your cedula ... Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
USA social security retirement benefits are raxable income by DIAN in colombia. Read More
All about taxes for expats in Colombia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Colombia. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Good topic and alot of expats dont want to here about colombia DIAN tax filing requirements and have there little schemes to stay under the radar. If you stay in colombia for 183 days or more you are required to file DIAN taxes each year The reason ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
David / another thing do everthing before you leave 1. - set up bank account - direct deposit - mail address. 2. If you live in colombia for 183 days or more and have retirement or income coming into colombia you need to File DIAN (Colombia irs) ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
I just used avianca as an example. Bur i have found the wingo's and other lower cost options are lower service options and you end up paying for luggage or peanuts or coffee etc. I have good experiences and treated well with avianca and and this ... Read More
Thinking of Moving but to where in Colombia? :) by dgb1
Hola, I am David, I am wanting to come to visit Colombia and check out several cities to possibly live in but I have questions about everything. Passport, check Visa info, check, major cites, check. I see a lot of AirBnB but have also watched ...
David / a good source for information that will answer many of your quetions is medellinguru.com. will explain about visas places to live and places not to live. Is it safe, if you dont speak spanish you wil帽 be taken advantage of for sure. If ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Colombia by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Colombia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
i agree / i am vacuma / i think this is a joke / the numbers are fabricated and misinformation Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Colombia by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Colombia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Hola / Where you boy Read More
New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021
Great / Yes / Gringos never learn / same stuff differennt day - i have traveled and work in latin america for 5 years. Home base and triathlon training at estadio medellin Gringos think they are cool with teen colombia and venezuela putas. Old ... Read More
Moving to Cerritos, Colombia - Pereira by decadude
I met a woman from Colombia and we have fallen fast for one another. I am fortunate to work from home and also run a business that I also can run over the phone and from home. I currently reside in Texas and all of my family and friends lives in ...
You are funny /;colimbia women will.eat you alive / found a new latino honey / reevaluate stupid Read More
Last visit before my move- advice? by cctravel40
I am visiting Colombia in 2 weeks mostly to spend time with my significant other as we have not seen each other since February. My plan is to 鈥渕ove鈥� there in the 1st quarter of 2022, initially going on a tourist visa and hoping to turn ...
I have been traveling in costa rica panama and now residing in medellin. I am on 2nd 3 year cedula card in colombia. Here is some suggestions. 1. Sent up a portfolia of all documents birth certificate passport social security cards tax records ... Read More
New members of the Colombia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Colombia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I am triathlete coach in latin america and home base is estadio medellin Cheers Ernie Torricelli Read More