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Expats' Guide to Colombo
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Colombo.

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Cost of Living in Colombo
If you're moving to Colombo, understanding the the cost of living in Colombo helps you know what to expect when it comes to apartment or house hunting, grocery shopping, transportation, dining out, utilities and more.
Essential Guide to the Health System in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Learn about the health system in Colombo: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Colombo.
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Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Colombo.
Questions & Answers:
- What do I need to know before moving to Colombo?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Colombo?
- What is the average cost of housing in Colombo?
- How do I meet people in Colombo?
- What do I need to know before retiring in Colombo?
- What should I pack when moving to Colombo?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Colombo?
- Will I be able to find a job in Colombo?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do people like (and dislike) about Colombo?
- What type of social life can someone expect in Colombo?
- What is the social scene like in Colombo?
- What advice to expats in Colombo have about housing?
- What are medical services in Colombo like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Colombo?
- Is the cost of living in Colombo high?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Colombo?
- Why do people move to Colombo?