Blockades Force One of Latin America’s Biggest Coal Mines to Halt
Cerrejón, operator of one of the largest thermal-coal mines in Latin America, announced that from June 1 it would suspend...
June 2, 2026Section
Colombia News in English
Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Parex Becomes Colombia’s Top Private Oil Firm With $750m Frontera Deal
Parex Resources has completed its acquisition of Frontera Energy's exploration-and-production business in Colombia, in a transaction
June 2, 2026
Residency in Colombia for Expats: Visas Explained (2026)
A 2026 guide to residency in Colombia for expats: the Visitor, Migrant and Resident visa categories, the digital-nomad route, and...
June 2, 2026
Residence Registration in Colombia: Migración Steps (2026)
Residence registration in Colombia explained: registering your visa with Migración Colombia within 15 days, the cédula appointment, biometrics and fees.
June 2, 2026
Your First 48 Hours in Colombia: A New Arrival’s Guide
A practical first 48 hours in Colombia checklist: pesos from the right ATM, a local SIM, safe transport from the...
June 2, 2026
Cédula de Extranjería and RUT in Colombia: Your Key IDs
The Cédula de Extranjería and the RUT are the IDs that unlock life in Colombia: what each one is, how...
June 2, 2026
Banking in Colombia for Expats: Open an Account (2026)
A 2026 guide to banking in Colombia for expats: the documents you need, choosing a bank, digital wallets like Nequi,...
June 2, 2026
Ecuador Scraps Its 100% Tariff on Colombian Goods, Ending a Trade War
Ecuador's National Customs Service issued a resolution on May 31 setting the service charge on goods originating in or coming...
June 2, 2026
Colombia’s Stock Market Jumps 3.6% on Election Result
Colombia stock market report: the COLCAP surges 3.57% to 2,254.67 as a surprise first-round election result sets up a June...
June 2, 2026