How to register a foreign marriage in Colombia: required documents, apostilles, translations, and notary steps. A couple during an outdoor wedding ceremony. Colombian authorities will legally recognize a foreign marriage for visas and property rights only after couples who marry abroad properly regi
Las Lajas Sanctuary is a basilica church located in the southern Department of Nariño, municipality of Ipiales, Colombia. Credit: Diego Delso CC BY-SA 4.0Ten churches define Catholic tradition across Colombia, from sanctuaries built over canyon walls to cathedrals carved beneath the earth, and from
A complete guide for foreigners on how to obtain a valid Colombian driving license based on their specific visa type and legal status. A driver behind the wheel. Colombian law requires foreigners residing in Colombia who hold a cédula de extranjería to obtain a local driving license, because their f
Traveling from Colombia to the U.S. this coming Holy Week will be 11% cheaper than last year due to the depreciation of the dollar. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Traveling to the US during this Holy Week will, for many Colombians, be a more accessible opportunity than in recent years. A
Bogota launches the “Name Your Station” campaign, inviting citizens to help name Metro Line 1 stops as construction advances and the city prepares for a major mobility transformation. Credit: Bogota Mayor’s OfficeAmid one of the most anticipated infrastructure projects in the country’s recent histor
A complete guide for foreigners on how to buy a used car in Colombia, detailing RUNT checks, legal requirements, and necessary documents. A view of a green car’s side mirror. When buying a used car in Colombia as a foreigner, it is critical to verify the vehicle’s history through national databases
The United States visa expansion adds 12 countries to the list, raising the total number covered by the policy to 50. Credit: Rob Madeo cc by nc sa 2.The Trump administration is widening a visa bond program that requires some foreign travelers to pay US$15,000 before receiving permission to enter th
Ancient human riding an ox cart. Credit: Chairi Kiourt / CC BY 4.0Archaeologists have long relied on ruins, artifacts, and ancient roads to understand how people traveled in the past. However, a new study suggests that the landscape itself played a much larger role in shaping human and animal moveme
U.S. Visa bonds expand as part of a broader crackdown reshaping who can enter and who cannot. Credit: Public Domain The administration of Donald Trump has taken another step in tightening immigration controls by expanding a policy that requires citizens from dozens of countries to post a financial b
The electoral certificate from the March 8th legislative elections grants a discount on the cost of a Colombian passport. Credit: ColombiaoneColombia dropped the appointment requirement for passports. Colombia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has overhauled its passport service in Bogota: Citizens can
A guide for foreign residents in Colombia on how to create a valid open will. Foreign residents in Colombia navigating estate planning or legal proceedings often rely on specialized legal counsel. You must strictly follow local laws, such as the testamento abierto, to execute a valid will and ensure
Learn how foreigners can obtain a Cedula de Extranjeria in Colombia (Foreign ID), a step-by-step guide. On the photo, a Migracion Colombia office in Cucuta, northern Colombia. Foreigners living in Colombia must visit a Migracion Colombia location to provide biometric data and finalize their Cedula d
The Lord of the Expiration sculpted in 1960 by José Lamiel, in Spain, commissioned by Guillermo León Valencia, President of Colombia in Popayan. CC by National Police of Colombia.Since the global pandemic, Colombia has been steadily recovering and expanding, thanks in part to the aggressive internat
The San Bernardo Archipelago is made up of 10 islands. Here are five San Bernardo islands you should visit in Colombia. Credit: Sofia Londoño, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrThe San Bernardo Archipelago, located in the Colombian Caribbean Sea off the coast of the Bolivar department, has become one of the m
Five regions of Colombia were recognized as the most welcoming in the country according to the Traveller Review Awards. Credit: Reg Natarajan, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr The Traveller Review Awards 2026 recognized five regions of Colombia as the most welcoming in the country. The list includes Boyaca for th
The Colombian passport climbed to rank 34 in the March 2026 Henley Passport Index. The Colombian passport now grants its holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel access to 130 destinations globally, securing rank 34 in the latest Henley Passport Index. Credit: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). Th
Colombia’s business travel sector grew 11% in 2025, reaching 230,000 corporate visitors. Former Minister of Finance Jose Antonio Ocampo at the 2023 World Economic Forum with Shamina Singh. High-profile international events like Davos mirror the type of large-scale corporate tourism driving record gr
Three Colombian cities are ranked among the 50 best nightlife destinations for 2026, according to Travel & Tour World. Credit: Luz Adriana Villa A, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrThree cities in Colombia were included in the ranking of the 50 best nightlife destinations in the world according to Travel & Tour Wo
Colombia’s tourism revenue hit a record US$11.16 billion in 2025, surpassing traditional coffee and coal exports. The Bocagrande beach and skyline in Cartagena. As a leading destination for international visitors, Cartagena has played a major role in pushing Colombia’s tourism revenue to a record US
Manrique, once one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Medellin, Colombia, is now a tourist area considered the city’s musical neighborhood. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneIn northeastern Medellin, Colombia, the neighborhood of Manrique has established itself in recent years as one of the cit
Moniquira, known as “The Sweet City of Colombia,” is a natural and culinary paradise, famous for its “bocadillos” and “panelitas” treats. Credit: Courtesy Daniel ZarateMoniquira, located in the Boyaca Department, is a natural and gastronomic paradise often hailed as “The Sweet City of Colombia.” Its
Discover how foreigners can build a solid credit footprint in Colombia from scratch. A collection of credit cards. For foreigners moving to Colombia, obtaining and strategically using local store or bank credit cards is an essential step in building a solid credit footprint from scratch. Credit: Yur
From the world’s highest street market in El Alto to the bustling alleyways of La Paz and Sucre, Bolivia’s markets embody its soul, flavors, and cultures. Credit: Virgi Asprilla / Colombia One“Que va llevar, Caserita?” — that is how vendors greet you in Bolivia’s bustling markets, as shoppers browse
Discover the best ways for foreigners to find long-term rentals in Colombia beyond Airbnb. A panoramic view of Medellin. The city has become a top destination for expats, driving many to look beyond tourist platforms to find long-term rentals in Colombia through local sites and direct owner contacts
