Further decreases in oil prices and expectations about the tampering of US monetary policy have been impacting the Colombia economy in 2015. 

Colombia’s economic freedom score is 71.7, making its economy the 28th freest in the 2015 Index. Its overall score is 1.0 point higher than last year, with improvements in six of the 10 economic freedoms, including investment freedom, freedom from corruption, and trade freedom. 

One of the Best Business Environments in Latin America and one of the most competitive countries in the region.

Information on establishing a business in Columbia

Information on establishing a business in Columbia

This site provides an overview of taxes in Columbia

The Corporate Tax Rate in Colombia stands at 25 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Colombia averaged 32.84 percent from 1997 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 35 percent in 1998 and a record low of 25 percent in 2013. Corporate Tax Rate in Colombia is reported by the Directorate of National Taxes and Customs (DIAN).

The Personal Income Tax Rate in Colombia stands at 33 percent. Personal Income Tax Rate in Colombia averaged 34.33 percent from 2003 until 2014, reaching an all time high of 38.50 percent in 2005 and a record low of 33 percent in 2008. Personal Income Tax Rate in Colombia is reported by the Directorate of National Taxes and Customs (DIAN).

The Sales Tax Rate in Colombia stands at 16 percent.

Colombia tourist visa is not required for citizens of United States of America for a stay up to 90 days.

Visa information and service provider

See “Getting Around” on this site

A guide to public transportation in Columbia

Since being liberalized in 1991, the Colombian telecommunications sector has added new services, expanded coverage, improved efficiency, and lowered costs. The sector has had the second largest (after energy) investment in infrastructure (54 percent) since 1997. 

The Q&A gives a high level overview of the key practical issues

The Q&A gives a high level overview of the key practical issues

Some dos and don’ts of proper etiquette in Columbia

Etiquette tips for women visiting or doing business in Columbia

The climate is very warm and tropical on the coast and in the north, with a rainy season from May to November. Though the temperature varies little throughout the year due to Colombia’s proximity to the equator

Current weather in the major cities of Columbia

Travel advisory from the UK government with the warning that safety conditions in parts of the country can change quickly

Travel advisory from the US Department of State

Background information on the school system in Columbia

Cost of Living in this country for some cities: Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Cartagena

Cost of living in Bogota is 68.94% lower than in New York 

This site is about the demographic features of the population of Colombia, including population density, ethnicity, education level, health of the populace, economic status, religious affiliations and other aspects of the population.

A critical analysis of the demography of Colombia gives you a clear idea of the geographical, social, political and economic conditions prevalent in the country. – See more at: http://www.123independenceday.com/colombia/demographics.html#sthash.44kCqVeh.dpuf

National and Season holidays in Columbia plus Observances

Comprehensive list of National Public Holidays that are celebrated in Colombia during 2016 

Colombia Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.

Trade Regulations and Standards in Colombia

The U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement took effect on May 15, 2012.  As a result of the Agreement, 80 percent of U.S. consumer and industrial goods exports to Colombia are no longer subject to tariff

Apartment Rentals and Vacation Rentals in Bogota

Soaring Andean summits, unspoiled Caribbean coast, enigmatic Amazon jungle, cryptic archaeological ruins and cobbled colonial communities

Expert picks for your Colombia vacation, including hotels, restaurants, entertainment, shopping, top attractions, and more.