What do I need to know when buying property in Colombia?

When we asked expats what advice they would give a foreigner before buying a property in Colombia, they said...

"1. It is important to check a property’s official title to ensure that it is legally owned. 2. It is recommended to get an independent lawyer to review any contracts and agreements related to the purchase of property. 3. Local laws require a notary public to draw up any contract related to the purchase of real estate. 4. Buyers are required to pay taxes on the purchase of property in Colombia. 5. Depending on the location of the property, there may be additional taxes on purchases. 6. Be prepared to provide documentation of your identity and source of funds when purchasing property. 7. Property transfer registrations and payments can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to complete," explained one expat living in Colombia.

What do I need to know when buying property in Colombia?

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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.