7 Reasons Not To Live In Colombia | Is Colombia The Right Place For You?

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Is Colombia the right place for you?
There are tons of reasons why Colombia is the right country to relocate to. But there are also a lot of reasons why not. I will talk about 7 reasons why people might reconsider moving to Colombia.
What are the reasons to reconsider relocating?
Getting to know a new culture, is surely one of those reasons. You might have been born and raised in a totally different kind of culture. And it might be hard to adapt to new habits, therefore, you might reconsider moving to Colombia. It is surely a challenge especially at the beginning to adapt to another culture.
Learning a new language is another reasons why someone might reconsider living here. If you don't speak any Spanish but still want to live in a country such as Colombia you can't but have to learn the language. English is not widely spoken here and it will be hard with no Spanish at all. If you can't imagine yourself learning a new language or if you are not willing to learn a new language, Colombia might not be the right place for you. You will miss out on a lot of things because of the lack of language skills.
And another one is stability. Stability doesn't go well with Colombia, meaning that everything can change pretty fast. Don't forget, that Colombia hasn't been stable for a long time and is still in the process of recuperating itself. There is still a lot to improve in order to make this country stable but meanwhile we have to accept it the way it is. If you are not the type of person to take a risk and rather stays in a place that gives you more the feeling of stability and security, then again, Colombia might not be the right place.
Watch the whole video in order to hear the other points, why Colombia might not be the right country for you. After watching the video it should be clearer to you if you still want to move to Colombia or not.
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[@HowToExpat]

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[@clapuber]

the background has the flag wrong my friend. is yellow, blue and red not red, blue and yellow. thanks

[@keenan3201]

Hi what countries in latin america have lots of foreigners.

[@kylebuchanan2583]

I have a story of getting drugged and robbed there if you ever want to hear it for your channel

[@Robertsdogs]

I have had a couple of drivers tell me I have been one of the 1st American "gringo" that even tried to chat with them. I had wonderful guides and tours around the little towns around Medellin. It was super fun! I've noticed american rudeness in many places, and sometimes it's not really rudeness here in the US, we've focused a great deal in our own culture about Direct Communication, as you mentioned. I've also found that doesn't work well in many other countries. in Asia omg it's even more important. I always start a conversation with someone in Colombia asking forgiveness for my Spanish, (even though I speak spanish fairly well) it really does go a very long way with connecting with people.

[@item6931]

That's a great attitude.

[@HowToExpat]

Completely agree, great comment :D

[@item6931]

I don't see why people would move to a country and not try to mix with the locals. It would be like living in a prison without walls. On the other hand I'm finding Spanish hard to learn. They speak so fast! lol

[@HowToExpat]

haha yes that's true :D

[@erichaynes7502]

Don't worry speaking and understanding a little Spanish goes a long way!

[@item6931]

@s.j d Yeah if not managed properly immigration changes from assimilation to ghettoization . I know: I'm from AU where only 2/3 of the population was actually born here. Once populations reach a critical mass where they don't have to make concessions and mix, laziness sets in and they don't.

[@seanlive6975]

@s.j d to be fair most British moving to Spain are retirees, relatively hard learning a new language past 65

[@DvNezarto]

Yeah it goes without saying if you aren’t there at least for the language and to witness a different way of life why even bother leaving your home town

[@somehispanicdude9230]

I’m Ecuadorian and love Colombia.

[@jasminejones2531]

I'm Colombian and I love Ecuador!

[@cristianloquesea]

Viajas a pasto y es practicamente vivir en Ecuador.

[@steveapplebaugh2200]

Colombia IS the right place for me... at least based on what you have shared, Sam! Thank you. I want to live in a smaller community than either of the big cities of Medellin or Bogota. I need some help with ideas.

[@Andrelmorales5665]

Te recomiendo bucaramanga o barranquilla

[@Dk-gh4yw]

Great overall perspective of Colombia. We enjoyed knowing each day was a new adventure while visiting Colombia. Having Sam and Tacha show us around and explain the culture made our visit so much more enjoyable. We can’t wait to return to Colombia.

[@HowToExpat]

Thanks a lot we had a great time with you too :D

[@michellemutua5534]

Who else is moving /traveling to Colombia ✋

[@surethebest]

Helped a lot. Thanks from Paris

[@cultofmalgus1310]

One thing about Colombia and most Latin American countries you will notice is just how sterile our society in the USA and other major western powers is. The people in Latin America aren't in general as materialistic, greedy, and stuck up as we are in America. That's why I fell in love with my Colombian Fiance.

[@darkmattersproject2951]

Great video. I’ve spent 60 days in Colombia. Planning on living their next year. Everything you said is spot on. Actually the craziness and energy is part of the enjoyment. The challenge of learning a new language and culture is exciting. At least for muah 😜

[@abdelrahman9466]

Hey DarkMatters Project, I'm really intrested to hear your experience with moving to Colombia? ALso why did you decide on it or why its worth it? Do you have a good job there and how's your lifestyle there? Thank you so much for considering this :)

[@darkmattersproject2951]

@@abdelrahman9466 I’ve decided not to live in Colombia. I am back in the states. However, I am planning on moving to Buenas Aires. It’s more like Europe U.S. and South America. The prices are lower there also. Here’s another reason I am not moving kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYvRg6Sbrqd7qNU Regarding work retired

[@abdelrahman9466]

@@darkmattersproject2951 that’s quite unfortunate for what happened there.. but you’re saying Buenas Aires is cheaper than Colombia?

[@Aldiscientific]

Hello Colombia.. Greetings from Indonesia 🇲🇨

[@canggublissapartment9868]

Anjir

[@davidsantiago81]

Wow, Hello :D, thanks, greetings for you too

[@Amalia-489]

I really want to find a place in Colombia in the next 5 to 10 years. I visited Medellin in 2016 and hands down, one of my favorite cities I’ve ever been too. I jus need my husband to take more Spanish courses so he can get around on his own better. Colombia is such a beautiful and magical place, I miss it everyday!

[@gregingram4996]

I remember a college professor's once telling us that when you're dealing with American students, you can't just teach language, you always have to be teaching manners along with it! For example, even if you do speak the language, you don't just go barging up to somebody, demanding, "Que hora es?" People will just walk right past and not even acknowledge your presence! On the other hand, if you gently approach someone and say, "Perdoneme, puede Usted decirme, por favor, que hora es?" chances are the person will be delighted to help you out!

[@HowToExpat]

That's a good one! Thanks for sharing.

[@gregingram4996]

@@HowToExpat Thanks! I'm hoping to visit Bogota in the summer of 2022! Do you have any KZbin videos specifically on Bogota?

[@HowToExpat]

@@gregingram4996 Yes, we actually did record a few videos 2 years ago: kzbin.infosearch?query=bogota

[@mrmatko7243]

The mañana culture aspect is important too. Things just don't get done as quickly as we expect in los Estados Unidos. There is tremendous government bureaucracy as well especially at the lower levels. You will need patience.

[@crharper25]

I've been 3 times....twice to Cartagena & once to San Andres. My dream is to relocate to Cartagena. I absolutely loved it.

[@universeusa]

That's right, we are very polite people.

[@Iama1asupernova]

Not “all” for sure! I’ve had two coworkers from Columbia that have lived here in America for little to many years, but are the most forward, say anything they want and feel, get agitated and loud, and just arrogant! Sounds like us Americans 🤷🏽‍♀️😂😂I

[@universeusa]

@@Iama1asupernova well! We rather not generalize. 👍

[@liliasagan9511]

I love it, New Yorkers are ready for anything lol

[@kylebuchanan2583]

I lived there for the past 7 months and it was definitely a Rollercoaster experience haha

[@pamveeee]

really? why’s that?

[@kylebuchanan2583]

@@pamveeee well a week after I arrived there back in March the whole country went into complete lockdown with absolutely nothing to do.. I was supposed to travel all over Colombia but when they shut everything down I spent 7 months only in Medellín.. I love so many things about Colombia but the confusing thing about it is that you don't know who to trust because everyone is so friendly.. In America you can kind of tell the good and the bad people here.. Over there 95% of the people are amazing but the other 5% will try to scam you and use you.. I had thought I made some friends but they drugged and robbed me for everything .. I almost died

[@pamveeee]

@@kylebuchanan2583 wow 😱 that’s awful! It sucks that there are people like that in this world. I’m thinking of going there to vacation or just travel, but not sure if I can bring myself to live there. I am part of a facebook group for expats in colombia and a lot of posts made are very similar to your comment. I currently am in Dominican Republic and I can say it’s similar to Colombia: a lot of scams.

[@kylebuchanan2583]

@@pamveeee you should go.. You'll love it but just be careful and don't trust everyone.. And watch your drinks because they might spike it with Sculpamine.. That shit will wipe out your memory.. When I got drugged with it I couldn't remember what happened for like 3 days..

[@kylebuchanan2583]

@@pamveeee Colombia overall is very safe.. You shouldn't worry too much.. If you go you will love it but just don't get out of control because you already know.. But that type of stuffs happens anywhere. It's more so the women you have to watch out for more than the men

[@FenriZz]

Hay colombianos aquí o soy el único? This video is from your perspective?

[@Cualquiera_y_ya]

Si, yo. Y odio ese pedazo de mierda. Hoy casi me matan.

[@runikx9294]

Si

[@mcdonaldskillua8203]

No yo también soy colombiana

[@runikx9294]

@ed nam Mientras que vivimos en un paraíso

[@mcdonaldskillua8203]

@@runikx9294 XD que caja

[@TheGlobalProfessional]

You are right about every day being being an adventure. My life in Barranquilla has been an emotional rollercoaster. You have to be open to new customs, ideas, and ways of living. Also there are luxuries that I’ve never had in the U.S.A. (affordable healthcare, but some things that I’ve never experienced (water not working).

[@KenierMoore]

André Every Other Day I lived in cali like 14 years and just had problems with water like 3 times, interesting how everything can change from city to city in colombia

[@David2751]

The water thing happens especially in the north coast... where I live in the andes region we have top tier water and it works all the time.

[@TarynBell]

lol USA has no sense of politeness 😂😂😂 I’m weak

[@Katefrm._dawyck]

Exactly it’s unreal

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Not sure I agree. Depends on the person.

[@tavo6317]

Depends where you go, I live in Colorado and people here and the southern states are very polite , travel around you'll find this to be truth.

[@gulfpompee9557]

@@tavo6317 it depends on your understanding of politeness. People from the south are polite compared to people from up North. But compared to people from Colombia, for example, I don't see any politeness about them. It's just me...

[@outtahere321]

If you want politeness in the USA, you have to move south. You will find it there.

[@redcat900]

I always apologize for my Lack of Spanish but always learning each day, and people are willing to not only teach me but help me with what I need, I was in Costa Rica in 2009 and I made friends super quick and easy even with my speaking little to no Spanish. They saw that I was making a huge effort in communicating with them, and they too want to learn English. It was the same when I visited Argentina, and Mexico back in the late 90s, SO, if you put in the time and energy to learn Spanish, it can and will go a long way, Plus I grew up in a largely Spanish neighborhood so being in a country like Columbia, or Mexico, I think that I would blend right in.

[@tavo6317]

Colombia brother not Columbia..lol

[@Kitiwake]

its not that hard.

[@redcat900]

@@tavo6317 Sorry.

[@andresparraparraavila4506]

Colombia will not have the best culture, but most of its people treat the foreigner with respect, kindness and a big smile, greetings, I invite you to a beer 🍺 and a more 🍻

[@diptibapat7121]

Well I found them not very responsive tho.

[@cristianloquesea]

They are cheap stereotypes, now it turns out that all Colombians are nice and we always walk happily holding hands, I treat people according to how they treat me, I am not a tour guide, I don't make a living out of it...thank God

[@samuelcastano171]

6:30 The Pico y Placa also applies to motorcycles, especially in Medellín

[@imcurtispenner]

Just to add to the pico y placo thing...it restricts when you can drive into the city. Cars with plates that end in certain letters can only drive on Mon Wed Fri, for example. This means you will need two cars to be able to drive during the day into the city anytime you please.

[@mikelejeune344]

Humm, I had no idea that driving is restricted. Once I retire (considering Medellin as a destination), I wish to have the feedom to drive around the city and coutry side at will... not possible... more discussion required?

[@item6931]

@@mikelejeune344 My feelings as well. If the restrictions only apply to downtowns of big cities then I'm all good. If they're broader then that's an issue for me too. But as another poster said, if you've got the means to afford two cars with the right license plates then you're all good haha

[@HowToExpat]

@@item6931 We will have a more detailed video about having a car in Colombia. Yes outside of the big cities it is a different story. Way more comfortable to drive a car.

[@JohnB-bp6pe]

its only certain hours of the day on that day,taxis are pretty much all day on that day.

[@1rocknroy]

When in Rome. . . You might disguise the last number easily enough. Velcro.

[@xavierwarren9799]

Solid facts...as it is now I hope Colombia never changes to be like any other country.

[@luckycat9777]

I agreed with most of the points. However, some the points are not unique to Colombia. For example, you need to be open to the culture and learning the language anywhere you go. One more things that is very hard to get used to is dealing with Customer service, and bills etc.. It is really easy to do that in the US. The US is a culture where the customer is always right (not quite the same in Colombia.

[@mahindokhtjalaliyazdi9977]

Very informative, thanks.

[@renanperez1616]

Colombia is a beautiful country to visit that is it. I would not recommend any one to live there because of danger.

[@adamsarwar]

Thanks for your helpful content! 🙏🏼 I’m heading to Cartagena in a few days, and want to take a bus 🚎 or plane ✈️ to Medellin after a week or so of arriving as I’m interested in exploring Colombia, as well as the digital nomad/solo traveler scene, especially in Medellin, and Bogota after that. I’m hoping you might have a few tips for me on safe budget hostels, or living options in Cartagena/Medellin for a few weeks at a time. Hopefully where I can have my own room and be close to places like cafes where I can do work online (need WiFi) and not have to deal with unsafe areas. I’ve found some options via AirBnB and Expedia etc, and I thought I’d reach out and ask you for any tips you might have. I know very little Spanish and aim to learn fast via immersion once I’m there. Also, any tips on good travel insurance, bus/airlines that could get me around from city to city? Thanks so much in advance, I know I’m asking a bunch of questions, but any advice would help! 🙏🏼 Cheers!

[@pacificH2O]

How sad it is that Sam has to mention being polite.

[@aidaknopp548]

I suffer from lung issues and found medellin air very contaminated, it's noisy and crowded. There's no beaches or lakes. Not for me!

[@tbruce3846]

Jjajajjaa if you don’t like motorcycle going crazy< love this, so true

[@anthonymendoza1327]

On my last trip, we went to Quipdo. It is Colombia on cocaine. Wild motorcycles and crazy street parties and incredible noise and a completely different culture even compared to the rest of Colombia (much less any place in the First World) and completely unsafe. Great place. If you want to freak a North American completely out, take them to Quipdo. Compared to Quipdo, the rest of Colombia is like a small town in Kansas.

[@Iama1asupernova]

Well d-a-a-y-uuu-m-n😂🤣😂!

[@cristianloquesea]

There are foreigners who are attracted to all that, it's like a fetish, people are very crazy.

[@samuelcastano171]

Having a car in Colombia is the most normal thing, although both coexist, because the number of motorcycles in Colombia is almost equal to the number of cars, and that also happens because there are many people who have both, but in Bogotá there is a problem , because we are overloaded with cars, and that's another point, if not I don't like eternal traffic jams and chaos, definitely Colombia is not the best country to live in, because traffic jams and overloads in public transport are normal in Colombia, it does not matter if the city is large or small, the same happens in all the cities.

[@sinnedc4076]

I love Columbia especially Mehedein.The people obey rules and they like Jamaicans 🇯🇲.My daughter and son in law live there having moved from US

[@DaColombian]

*Colombia

[@villegas4527]

*Medellin

[@31pilot]

"Mehedein" what in hell is that?, do you see an H in MEDELLIN?

[@philliptorrea1166]

Yea I had a bad experience in a taxi cab, I got taken into a dark alley and got beaten the crap out of and robbed. Not to mention scammed on many transactions prior to getting my a** handed to. I will never return to Colombia. US citizens stay away

[@versaceperez4704]

😳

[@outtahere321]

It can happen there and it certainly does.... you just got to double-check things and be wary of the schemes. Make sure the driver has his credentials. Make sure you get a picture of the license plate at night before getting into the taxi. Don't carry too much cash on you ore your cards.... keep only a copy of your passport on you. Keep your eyes and ears open. Sorry it happened to you and you had that kind of experience, but glad you got out with your life.

[@Iama1asupernova]

Same with DR!!!! Police bribing u fir $ as soon as you get off the plane and out of the airport or they put you in jail. They did this to my ex-husband who is 63 270 pounds play football. They don’t give a damn how mean, scary, big you are, they will try to jack your ass. That was the only negative experience we really had but I will say the driving is very scary because I always feel like they bout to try to jack us.

[@mannygarcia9149]

I don’t agree with the politeness part. Yes Colombians will greet someone nicely, but I actually feel like people from the United States are more polite to all people around them. During my time in Colombia, in particular Medellin , i seen a lot of class discrimination. People of lower class were not treated the same of people of higher status. I did like the culture, but colombia does have this superficial like aspect to it, i felt like if you were not an “ingeniero” or un “doctor” or had some type of job that appeared to make money you were not treated the same as a bus boy. Take that and couple it with this slight racist view to black colombians. I did not see many black Colombians in positions of power, or in any jobs that will allow them to be classified as middle or higher class. Colombians need to come together and allow everyone to have the opportunity to succeed, to allow more class mobility in the country. Until then, colombia will always struggle to become a great country.

[@wiviviwi]

👏👏👏

[@Iama1asupernova]

My sentiments as well. However, I thought about this while watching the documentary. Think about the world, it’s like this everywhere in the world. So my thought process is that our creator created it to be that way so that us as humans, can use our reasoning, problem-solving, and decision making processes. Idk 🤷🏽‍♀️…It’s like that in America with us people of color. Colorism… Black people come in all shades and within our spectrum of shades, we have people who dislike a different shade of black and will discriminate against their own people because of their shade. That happens all over the world. So sad.

[@outtahere321]

Carry only as much cash as you need for the day..... leave the credit cards and rest of your cash in the safe at your hotel. Go back and get more if you need it. Sometimes robberies do happen there and so it is better to leave the majority in a safe. It is a beautiful country and the majority of people there are very friendly. If you go to Cartagena to crowded areas just keep your eyes open. I love the country and have a good woman there. Most likely, I'll live there the rest of my life..... beats living in the USA.

[@micheleforte9012]

Great video..Columbia is nice to visit..but too much chaos ....safety is an issue and the stray dogs!! However, it all depends on what you can deal with.

[@Katefrm._dawyck]

Idk where you went but I’m from the US and those stray dogs don’t bother anybody they’re just there.

[@1rocknroy]

Stray dogs? Gigantic RED flag deal breaker. Unless I can carry dog spray.

[@PodcArne]

colOmbia mate

[@luisescobar8788]

Cool video man 👍

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂got it, one can’t really rent a car…..just spend your money in other transportation services, cuz the infrastructure sucks😂

[@robbiehancox5647]

Thanks Sam, good info. I will be coming to Ecuador in early 2020, but plan to visit Colombia also. Not interested in the large cities, just a few of the smaller towns. thanks again.

[@HowToExpat]

Cool, check out Rionegro, Manizales, Salento. My favorite is San Antonio de Pereira. If you need somebody to help you in these regions let us know ;)

[@luzhelenarestrepo4111]

robbie hancox , Armenia Quindio

[@juannygabrielapatino7677]

Cucuta, Sincelejo, San Andres, Chia, Ocana

[@tessjones5987]

Good info thank you.

[@alexanderjr1858]

Its hard to not be from colombia and move there

[@HowToExpat]

It can be. But it depends on each individual if they can make it work. It won't be always easy, but for us, it was worth it and we wuldo do it again, no doubt.

[@wernerdanler2742]

So what you are saying is a..holes need not apply! Lol. You're to polite Sam.

[@HowToExpat]

Haha, that could be the video in one sentence 😅

[@kevinmickmiami]

Did you address the tax law change in 2017 ? Probably the biggest reason why some retirees may want to think twice

[@HowToExpat]

Yep, just in written form till now. www.how-to-expat.com/post/taxes-in-colombia-real-talk/

[@BillyBob_McSanchez]

As a Colombian, the papaya theft issue needs to be resolved. I wish there was a 2nd Amendment over there, just like in the US

[@andhellb8584]

try to explain it to Venezuelan people

[@craigstewart1532]

English not spoken in Colombia? I don't understand. Arnold sneaked into Colombia. He went everywhere and everybody spoke English. (Collateral Damage).

[@luissanchez7568]

Hahahaha good movie 🎥

[@cristianloquesea]

Exactly, Bogota is as shown in Mr. and Mrs. Smith, tropical climate, chickens everywhere and a sepia-toned atmosphere.

[@kimberlyjany8373]

Very honest, I like it!.

[@poesgro9022]

I was raised in Las Vegas and I'm super polite. I like to think we're representing America wherever we go, so I have some southern hospitality and openness wherever I go. I mean she else would you travel?

[@MrzBadaBing]

Everyone is the east coast is a miserable hag, extremely rude , and they think the world revolves around them . I would know I’m from the east coast lol luckily I learned manners and just normally a nice person . I’m also Colombian and living here for a few months with family . It’s a breath of fresh air to be around such nice people and who are humble .

[@Jamminn555]

Great info, Sam. Thanks for those helpful insights!

[@HowToExpat]

Thanks as always Benjamin 😁

[@7703160]

So you can leave your stuff on park tables in us or Canada?

[@laural1227]

Yes. You can. You will get robbed tho

[@joyfulartist5254]

Can you become a resident there if you don’t have a online job yet but have savings and want to do online business?

[@Andrelmorales5665]

Si amigo en colombia cualquier negocio es bueno. La economía es muy vibrante

[@fox81572]

I'm from Colombia, ask your questions.

[@CapitanNaufrago]

Fun fact, we've had a stable democracy in Colombia for over 63 years. That might not seem impressive but look at the entire region and you'll see were are among the most stable, in terms of democratic stability. Very unlikely for that to change any time soon.

[@CapitanNaufrago]

@ed nam the experts don't concurr with your statement. We are flawed, yet democratic: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democracy_Index Maybe do your research next time

[@Ralphie_Boy]

*Still learning and enjoying life living in Pereira now 3 years, 12 years in total since 2007, as I posted once with one of your videos Colombia is all that you've explained and more, Speaking Spanglish all my life, thanks to New York City living, I thank my common-law wife of 7 years she's been very patient with me throughout the year's and YES I of her at time's, I did obtain my Colombian driver's license dove once and that was THAT some ask me if I have a car my response is yes and their all yellow, not rich just retired living within my means just if I lived back in the U.S.* *My last thoughts are once you've met and friended good church attending Colombians, the rest you have to take with a grain of salt,* *Thanks, Sam & Company, if your ever around Villa Verde send me a PM!* *God Bless* *Ralph*

[@HowToExpat]

Thanks for the great comment. If we are in the region I'll let you know 😁

[@williamgonzalez4899]

i live in new york and i spent lots of time in colombia and trust me!! dont compare colombia with new york!!!!!!

[@devbachu7072]

I love the culture foos the life love it bro

[@sergiorubio86]

The first point is kind of.. if you don’t want to learn a new culture well then stay in your homeland. Maybe even don’t go to another place in your country.

[@everydayvacaytaj]

A lot of that wouldn't apply if you lived out in the country or in a small town in Colombia

[@HowToExpat]

You are right, however, most expats tend to stay in the big cities like Medellín and Bogotá.

[@jonathannycum5809]

It’s like when people move to America and don’t plan to learn any English. It’s beyond frustrating.

[@sky-eo8tz]

l used to watch your videos before l traveled to Colombia . l end up moving to Turkey after my south America trip

[@HowToExpat]

Wow! Good luck with everything!

[@sky-eo8tz]

@@HowToExpat thanks

[@scottphardin]

Who is that handsome guy in the supermarket?

[@theonenonly122]

Are the marriage/divorce laws in Colombia as anti male as they are in the United States?

[@thehistoryofnarcos1399]

thx bro :)

[@rasimalsaaid8033]

Thank you !!!

[@jaypawar3015]

Amazing country ♥️

[@sicksaint3804]

No entendí nada :'v

[@williamgonzalez4899]

y habla horrible de new york este chico no esta bien sincronisado

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂attention World, only New Yorkers are suitable to visit Colombia, all others expect to be mugged, robbed, etc, but, don’t worry by friendly people😂 or wait maybe only English speaking people get mugged, robbed, etc👍🏼

[@janine1744]

cool thank you

[@nicholas8144]

Hi so what other latin countries have more foreigners living there?

[@davidelliott1594]

Mexico and Brazil are two that immediately come to mind.

[@urielbuitrago1722]

Hey Man, I think you have a misconception about the stability in Colombia. You need to study more about it and compared Colombia with other societies... New York is more dangerous than Medellin!!!

[@vegazos89]

It's not

[@Katefrm._dawyck]

Álvaro Vega tbh NY is way more dangerous

[@Iama1asupernova]

I Would definitely not agree.

[@craigstewart1532]

You overstate the difficulty in getting a car and license. It's not 20 hours of practice unless you are inept.

[@Georgelikestodesign]

Lolol

[@MrAnubis51]

Hello. sam I am moving or should I say want to move to a little town called Jamundi. with my S.O. how is Colombian. is that town good for an American. I do speak Spanish. New Mexican Spanis that is.

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂soo Colombian Motorcyclists are the only one’s that can be rude/not friendly😂

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂New culture? There is new culture anywhere you go……throwing shade to an “American lifestyle’ sounds discriminative.

[@norklein7280]

All person around the world, have a bad and good experience. Yesterday in NY I be scared with that raining time, hooooo my Good, terrible, I see train station in NY under water😳 now more at 15 person are dead 💀

[@Recuper8]

Thanks

[@franklinlisand6013]

How do you open a banc account in colombia ?

[@HowToExpat]

www.how-to-expat.com/post/open-a-bank-account-in-colombia/

[@angiedavila242]

I

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂The USA should practice that, if you don’t know English then the USA, is NOT the place for you😂

[@Avanttik]

That is the truth.

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂if stability is an issue…..then why are there Colombians in USA😂

[@maryluzsanchez3745]

Hello hi all people i Daniel Camacho living in Tolima, Colombia happy you today bye.

[@BogotaDowntowN]

Melgar Most Tourist TowN in Colombia..! Ugly but Loved! xDD

[@DAREDEVILBKLYN]

Colombia is a two sided coin good life bad life choose wisley bad vises cheap here. Lots of different expats and tourist in Colombia need I say more.

[@Saleem1818]

Dude said it's too polite... lol

[@fixao.txm137]

Soy Colombiano🇨🇴 Y Quisiera Ser Estado Unidense🇺🇸 Alv :'(

[@anasali-jf7dz]

so i will have to learn Spanish in four month.

[@HowToExpat]

You don't have to be fluent. Just the basics will already help you a lot.

[@luissanchez7568]

Hey if you need help with Spanish just text me. Welcome to Colombia 🇨🇴

[@mosheridan7016]

Up and coming country

[@perceivedpal3888]

😂Sense of politeness or no sense of business administration😂

[@jhoanyherrera9981]

Hola, soy de Colombia

[@diceflawless9115]

I missed your email example. You spoke too fast. What did you say? Lol

[@leonalbertosernaospina2215]

im from colombia and the title.... its offensive

[@BogotaDowntowN]

Type "Paseo Melgar" xDD

[@MuhammadQasimswati8857]

I need girl for marriage in colombia

[@deshawndedavis2040]

weirdo

[@Rick51]

I ...... uugghhh

[@monicagudino6738]

I want to be a narco

[@isaacgarcia6052]

There are many more hahaha