Colombia Electricity Bills Now Come With a Personal Savings Target
Every Colombian household now has an individual consumption target based on its own 12-month history. Exceed it by 10 percent...
September 9, 2026Section
Colombia News in English
Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Colombia Gun Permits Are Valid Again, and the State Arms Maker’s Website Fell Over
President de la Espriella signed a decree lifting Colombia's general suspension of firearm carry permits. It took effect on Wednesday...
September 9, 2026
Colombia Healthcare for Foreigners Costs From US$55 a Month
Healthcare in Colombia for foreigners: EPS enrolment is mandatory with a visa over three months, from about US$55–60 a month....
September 9, 2026
Is Colombia Safe for Foreigners in 2026? City Guide
Is Colombia safe for foreigners? Get official crime data, travel advisories, and safety tips for Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, and...
September 9, 2026
Why Colombia’s New Deals With Washington Are Smaller Than Billed
Colombia's new right-wing president is rebuilding ties with Washington after the Petro years. The two papers signed so far are...
September 9, 2026
Colombia Markets: COLCAP & the Peso
Colombia's COLCAP reached a record close on Tuesday, September 8, while the peso firmed to around 3,119 per US dollar....
September 9, 2026
Martin Garrix Plays Bogotá and a Brand-New Arena Near Medellín
Martin Garrix plays Bogota on December 4 and the new DAVIarena near Medellin on December 5. Prices, the 18+ rule...
September 8, 2026
Banking in Colombia for Expats: Cédula Rules
Learn the cédula requirements for opening a Colombia bank account for foreigners, including which banks accept only the cédula de...
September 8, 2026
Rock al Parque Turns 30 in Bogotá With Three Free Days in October
Rock al Parque returns to Bogota on October 10-12 for its 30th edition: free entry, more than 60 acts, four...
September 8, 2026