Latin America
Nomad Score
8/10
Avg Monthly Cost
$1,400
Internet Speed
40 Mbps
Safety
Moderate
Colombia taxes residents on worldwide income. Non-residents pay 35% flat on Colombian-source income. Residency triggers at 183 days. Digital nomad visa holders remain non-resident for tax.
Income Tax
0-39%
Capital Gains
15%
VAT / Sales Tax
19%
Tax Year
calendar
Special Tax Regimes
tourist
Tourist entry permission granted at the border to passport holders of visa exempt countries, normally valid for 90 days and extendable up to 180 days per calendar year.
tourist
Type V visitor visa for tourism, family visits and certain short business activities for nationals who are not visa exempt or who prefer a formal visa instead of entry permission only.
dn_visa
Type V visa for digital nomads and remote workers who earn income from employers or clients outside Colombia and want to live in the country medium to long term.
work
Type M work visa for foreign nationals with an employment contract or similar arrangement with a Colombian employer, providing explicit work authorisation.
education
Type M student visa for people enrolled in recognised educational institutions in Colombia, from language schools through to universities.
special
Type M visa for people with regular and stable passive income, such as rental income or annuities, who want to reside in Colombia beyond a simple tourist stay.
$1,400/month
Average for a comfortable nomad lifestyle
Colombia has excellent private healthcare, especially in Medellin and Bogota. EPS system provides affordable coverage. Medical tourism is growing rapidly.
Cedula de extranjeria needed for most banks. Nequi and Daviplata (digital wallets) are alternatives. Some banks accept passport only.
Medellin, Bogota, and Cartagena are generally safe in tourist/nomad areas. Avoid walking alone at night in certain neighborhoods. Keep valuables hidden.