stealtannest3t
American expat in Colombia
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Registration: 13 February 2025
Bank recommendations for opening an account in Colombia? by stealtannest3t
What banks do you recommend in Colombia? After 3+ years here I decided to take the plunge and open an account but have run into a few roadblocks. I have just used ATM's and stood in line in the past to pay bills that are only a few hundred USD a ...
Ok so here's the update - I was able to open a bank account with Banco Caja Social with just my cedula. They couldn't have been nicer and it was all done in about twenty minutes. No RUT, no declaraci贸n de renta nada! Got a debit card and ... Read More
Bank recommendations for opening an account in Colombia?
What banks do you recommend in Colombia? After 3+ years here I decided to take the plunge and open an account but have run into a few roadblocks. I have just used ATM's and stood in line in the past to pay bills that are only a few hundred USD a ... Read More
Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords by stealtannest3t
I don't frequent bars or use dating apps but there is still a small risk of being 'scoped' while living in Colombia. So for the group what precautions have you implemented to reduce the losses if you have the misfortune of being 'scoped'? For me I ...
@stealtannest3t The wasted seguro medico payment that is - don't really know about the salario minimo. Read More
Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords by stealtannest3t
I don't frequent bars or use dating apps but there is still a small risk of being 'scoped' while living in Colombia. So for the group what precautions have you implemented to reduce the losses if you have the misfortune of being 'scoped'? For me I ...
@ChineduOpara That's a bummer. Read More
Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords by stealtannest3t
I don't frequent bars or use dating apps but there is still a small risk of being 'scoped' while living in Colombia. So for the group what precautions have you implemented to reduce the losses if you have the misfortune of being 'scoped'? For me I ...
@nico peligro Hi Nico just sent you a response via DM. Read More
Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords by stealtannest3t
I don't frequent bars or use dating apps but there is still a small risk of being 'scoped' while living in Colombia. So for the group what precautions have you implemented to reduce the losses if you have the misfortune of being 'scoped'? For me I ...
@pek333 btw thanks for your response. Read More
Bank ATM with best exchange rate for the us dollar? by alienhairdo
I went to Banco AV Villa and felt extremely ripped off. Any advice?
@alienhairdo remember to always decline the conversion (ripoff). Servibanca and Scotiabank have good cajero autom谩ticos. If you have a schwab checking account they refund all ATM fees. I think there is another brokerage checking account ... Read More
Best cell phone plans for receiving 2FA in Colombia and keep US number by stealtannest3t
I have been using Google Voice for a few years now but lately it's been a bit janky getting my codes. I have a burner phone that I use with a Colombian service provider TIGO which is cheap and effective but I want to keep my US number for the phone ...
Appreciate all the responses! Read More
Best cell phone plans for receiving 2FA in Colombia and keep US number by stealtannest3t
I have been using Google Voice for a few years now but lately it's been a bit janky getting my codes. I have a burner phone that I use with a Colombian service provider TIGO which is cheap and effective but I want to keep my US number for the phone ...
Thanks good to know @mtbe Read More
Moving to Medellin ASAP by Josephdstultz
Hello all,My name is Joe, and my husband and I got married in Barranquilla, where he is originally from, and we plan to move to Medellin as soon as we can get my M visa situated. We currently live in Philadelphia, but we have been wanting to move to ...
@Josephdstultz Welcome Joe - your best bet is to work remotely for a US, Canadian or EU company or else you will receive Colombia wages which are a lot less than what you are accustomed to receiving. Don't have any job leads but hope this comment ... Read More
Best cell phone plans for receiving 2FA in Colombia and keep US number
I have been using Google Voice for a few years now but lately it's been a bit janky getting my codes. I have a burner phone that I use with a Colombian service provider TIGO which is cheap and effective but I want to keep my US number for the phone ... Read More
Safety from Scopolomine - bank accounts - phone apps - passwords
I don't frequent bars or use dating apps but there is still a small risk of being 'scoped' while living in Colombia. So for the group what precautions have you implemented to reduce the losses if you have the misfortune of being 'scoped'? For me I ... Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@crespobrenda Yes I agree with Nico's comment #18. Not to be repetitive but the Starr policy I bought for $120 for the year has repatriation. Good luck! Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@ChineduOpara Good luck with your surgery! Hope you recover swiftly. Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@coscia16 ...also recommend Colombia service providers if you decide not to do it on your own. Shop around for English speakers if your Spanish is lacking. Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@South American Voyager Forgot to answer insurance question. I don't plan to purchase medical insurance in Colombia. I am in good health work out 5-6 days a week and watch what I eat. I will be eligible for Medicare in about 6 months in US. I ... Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@coscia16 In my opinion - No you can do this on your own no lawyer and no Visa service. However, for $300 I got top-notch service from a known law firm (Langon) and one week approval after filing to me was very fast. Thought it would be a month. ... Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months by stealtannest3t
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ...
@South American Voyager Good question. Langon's fee was a flat $300 which included one virtual meeting which I never needed to use. I did not contract for the "rush" service they responded typically within 24 business hours excluding weekends and ... Read More
Pensionado visa approval for 15 months
Visa was approved one week after submission. Preparing documemts took about two months. Worked with Langon Law who were competitive with price and very responsive and knowledgeable. Used Monument Visa for apostille of SS letter and FBI background ... Read More
Low Cost health insurance options for Retirement Visa? by stealtannest3t
Hello all - Applying for retirement visa and looking for advice on low cost option for qualifying health insurance. I never intend to use the medical insurance since I prefer to pay out-of-pocket so cheapest option that qualifies is my goal. Some ...
Good news I got approved today for the pensionado rentista Visa. That was fast you say...Yes I am a bit surprised. I will make a new post with more details but just wanted to say thanks to those who responded! Read More
Retirement visa insurance international insurer recommendations by expat42451
I read Stealtannest3t's post聽 on necessary insurance to qualify for the retirement visa here in Colombia-- I have very much the same question Stealtannest3t does.聽 聽I am in Pasto. I moved over from Ecuador some 2 weeks ago and have ...
I will keep the group posted on my results with the low cost insurance policy. I anticipate only getting a one year pensionado visa since that seems to be the norm now. Anyone else have better luck? Read More
Low Cost health insurance options for Retirement Visa? by stealtannest3t
Hello all - Applying for retirement visa and looking for advice on low cost option for qualifying health insurance. I never intend to use the medical insurance since I prefer to pay out-of-pocket so cheapest option that qualifies is my goal. Some ...
Thanks for the info Nico! I am going with Starr Travel Insurance medical only for $120 /year covers $50K medical expense and $100K repatriation. Got my clean bill of mental and physical health from a Colombian doctor friend with no mention of ... Read More
Retirement visa insurance international insurer recommendations by expat42451
I read Stealtannest3t's post聽 on necessary insurance to qualify for the retirement visa here in Colombia-- I have very much the same question Stealtannest3t does.聽 聽I am in Pasto. I moved over from Ecuador some 2 weeks ago and have ...
@expat42451 Thank for your response. I like you maintain a healthy active lifestyle so I prefer to pay out of pocket as the need arises. So I am not looking for a policy that has benefits. I will be filing my pensionado visa application early ... Read More
Low Cost health insurance options for Retirement Visa?
Hello all - Applying for retirement visa and looking for advice on low cost option for qualifying health insurance. I never intend to use the medical insurance since I prefer to pay out-of-pocket so cheapest option that qualifies is my goal. Some ... Read More
Colombia Tax filing deadline for 2024 taxes by stealtannest3t
Hello Forum Members!Anyone know when the deadline is for filing tax declaration here for year 2024? Hoping this is not as murky a topic as most tax issues in Colombia. Thanks!
Excelente ... thanks so much! Read More
Colombia Tax filing deadline for 2024 taxes
Hello Forum Members!Anyone know when the deadline is for filing tax declaration here for year 2024? Hoping this is not as murky a topic as most tax issues in Colombia. Thanks! Read More