gurrego
American expat in Colombia
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About me
American, Married with children
Speaks English Spanish
Registration: 28 March 2017
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How to open a Recovery House in Cali, Colombia by NYTOCALI2017
I am thinking about opening a recovery house in Cali, Colombia for women to recover from surgical procedures. Medical Tourism is big and its not slowing down. I would be providing laundry services, meals, nurses 24/7 and security. I would ...
Hi, I live in Cali. I think it is a business that would be good, with a great bilingual team working for you. If you leave someone in charge while you are gone, make sure you trust them because unfortunately there are too many dishonest workers ... Read More
Does anyone here live in Cali? by willern
Hi, I just joined the community. I notice that the majority of expats in Colombia live in Medellin or Bogota. Does anyone here live in Cali? If so, introduce yourself! :D I'm Steph, from Ireland, currently living in Cali, Colombia with my ...
I am Colombian born, but American raised. I see Americans every once in a while and enjoy having a good conversation. A meet up should be planned! I am from Washington State. Read More
Apostille Diplomas by dinodna
Hi all! Has anyone had to apostille their diploma(s) for work in Colombia? I am specifically wondering whether I have to apostille my BSc, MSc, AND PhD or will just the PhD suffice? Also, do they want the actual diploma apostilled or can I ...
Hello, If you apostille just your PhD and transcripts it should suffice to get the equivalent here in Colombia. I recommend doing it for all transcripts and diplomas because everything seems to be on a case by case basis with he department of ... Read More
66 years old...Health insurance...impossible? by Andymedellin
Is it impossible to get an good Health insurance policy in Medellin if I am 66 years old? Will Medellin Prepaid insurance accept me? Which companies?
Hello, You can get "Pre-pagado" insurance, until the age of 70 or 80 (with a physical, and not including pre-existing conditions) with many companies. I will tell you that the premium will be really high and it's better the stick with ... Read More
Taxation in Colombia by m07801
Hello All, Im considering to retire in Medellin next year. I visited the city this past February and enjoyed the city. i was very impressed. Im 61 years old from the USA. I would be living on my pension from my job, ...
Just because it isn't taxed in the US you cannot expect Colombia not to tax it.... consult with a Colombian tax attorney who knows the laws about foreigners paying taxes in Colombia.I believed the first statement above .. until today. This ... Read More
Taxation in Colombia by m07801
Hello All, Im considering to retire in Medellin next year. I visited the city this past February and enjoyed the city. i was very impressed. Im 61 years old from the USA. I would be living on my pension from my job, ...
Hi, I am right there with you. I am an Army Vet living off of VA compensation. It is not taxed in the USA but I am not sure how that works here. Guillermo Read More