On July 22, 2022, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued Resolución 5477 with changes in the legislation of Colombian visas, among the changes include new visas such as the long-awaited by expats who want to work remotely from Colombia: Digital Nomad.
As we already know, Colombia is a great tourist destination thanks to its beaches, mountains, and jungles, which attract hundreds of tourists in search of adventure and new experiences. However, in recent years, foreign investors and entrepreneurs have seen a vast opportunity to develop their businesses in our country. Buying a property in Colombia is the most profitable and safe among those businesses.
We know that the suspension of the service of the letter of benefits by the U.S Embassy in Colombia affected many foreigners who were about to begin the Colombian visa process. For this reason, at expatgroup.co, we have activated the new service of apostille of the benefits letter so that you can apply for the Retirement visa.
Usually, when we travel or even more when we plan to live in another country, we think about everything: tickets, lodging, plans, and places to visit, but have you thought about how important it is to ensure your health? It is advisable to have a health insurance policy, not only to comply with the requirements of the Colombian visa application but also because our health and welfare should always be a priority, especially if we are in a foreign country.
If you are interested in buying health insurance, either comply with the new requirement of Resolution 5477 to apply for your Colombian visa or have your health assured while traveling. We recommend the various plans that Assist Card has for you.
Below we explain the step-by-step process to get your Health Insurance with Assist Card
In expatgroup.co we provide you with a detailed step-by-step guide to obtain your Cédula de Extranjería in Colombia. From the validation of your visa to the submission of essential documents, we accompany you throughout the process to meet all legal requirements and you can get the inherent benefits that comes with having this identification document.
On July 22, 2022, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued Resolution 5477, establishing some changes regarding Colombian visas. Among these changes, new requirements are added, such as the certificate of criminal, criminal, or police record of the country of origin and/or residence.
The Migratory Movements Certificate in Colombia is essential for recording travel history and completing immigration procedures.
Migración Colombia is the only entity authorized to process the Cédula de Extranjería. This procedure requires prior scheduling and following a protocol established by the Colombian government. However, given there are no appointments for Cédula de Extranjería available during the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024, the expat community in the country needs to evaluate alternatives that allow them to finally obtain their ID cards to facilitate the completion of legal procedures and travel, among others.
To help you find the right job for you, we’ve broken down four of Colombia’s most thriving industries in terms of foreign employment.