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Colombia

South America, Americas

About Colombia

Low costs, eternal spring in Medellín, retirement visa at $750/month.

Colombia offers low costs, eternal spring climate in Medellín, and relatively easy residency. Retirement visa requires $750/month pension; digital nomad visa launched 2022. Safety has improved dramatically but varies by area. Growing expat communities in Medellín and Cartagena.

Country Overview

Key indicators to help you understand what life in Colombia might be like

Cost of LivingGood

Healthcare QualityModerate

SafetyModerate

English PrevalenceBelow Average

Visa AccessibilityGood

Data last updated: 1/7/2026

Highlights

✓Retirement visa requires only $750/month pension
✓Digital nomad visa available
✓Eternal spring climate in Medellín
✓Very low cost of living
✓Growing expat and digital nomad communities

Considerations

!Safety varies significantly by area
!Past reputation deters some
!English limited outside expat bubbles
!Rainy seasons can be intense

Visa Options

Available visa types for Americans looking to move to Colombia

Digital Nomad Visa (V)

DIGITAL_NOMAD

For remote workers with income at least 3x Colombian minimum wage.

24 months

$1,200/mo min

Path to ResidencyPath to Citizenship

Pensionado Visa (M)

RETIREMENT

For retirees with pension of at least $750/month (3x minimum wage).

$750/mo min

Path to ResidencyPath to Citizenship

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