Colombia
Are foreigners allowed to own property in Colombia?
When we asked expats in Colombia if foreigners are allowed to own property, they answered...
"Yes, foreigners are allowed to own property in Colombia. The Colombian government has established a legal framework that allows foreign citizens to purchase and own real estate in the country. Foreigners can purchase property in their own name, or through a Colombian corporation. In order to purchase property, foreigners must obtain a visa and register with the Colombian government. Additionally, foreign citizens must open a bank account in Colombia and obtain a tax identification number," said another expat in Colombia.
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Are foreigners allowed to own property in Colombia?
If you live in Colombia, newcomers to Colombia would love to hear your answer to this question:
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
